Chapter 72: Chapter 72

Alejandro

It has been over an hour since Anna called me to inform me that she has left her house, but she is yet to arrive. I walked around the hall, exchanging pleasantries with those who I knew. I used this opportunity to bond with Lucas, telling him about who they were.

Lucas would be my heir. Though he is not interested in learning anything about the company or how it is run, I do not mind. What matters now to me is that he and I have a good relationship. Then we can work together.

Thinking about the times we would spend together in the company and having him give suggestions at the board meeting brought a smile to my lips.

Though I was happy that Lucas was by my side, I wasn't happy about Nora, who kept sticking close. I wanted to push her away and remind her of her position in my life, but that would not sit well with Lucas. When she tried to snake her hands around my arm, I moved my hands, turned, and sent her a slight glare.

She didn't make eye contact. She pretended she didn't know I was mad at her move.

The last thing I wanted was for Anna to misunderstand the situation. I am not and will never be ready to accept Nora back into my life.

“Nora is still as beautiful and enchanting as she has always been.” Mr. Colin said. Nora smiled sheepishly and moved her hair to the back, showcasing her manicured nails.

Before she could answer the compliment, Mrs. Collin added, “It would not be a surprise if she were to get back with Alejandro.” She said, and I smirked; that was a dream so different from reality, “after all, Nora is one of the most beautiful women in the room.” She turned to face her husband.

She hit his hands softly as if she was trying to remember something she had to say, and I hoped whatever it was would be far from her memory. “It's easier to go back to the one you've been with before than a new one.” She finally remembered.

“Right?” She turned to me for support, and I wanted to wipe that stupid smile on her lips.

“It's true,” Nora answered.

“Well, excuse me,” I said, slipping away. I had sent Anna a text but she hadn't responded. I also called her, but she didn't answer. I was beginning to get worried. Even if she wasn't coming, I needed her to call me and tell me she was okay. I walked out of the hall. At the exit, a man in a blue suit stopped me.

“Mr. Costa. I'm so glad I met you.

I furrowed my brows, trying to remind him as his face was not so familiar, “It's me, Morgan.” He said upon sensing that I had no idea who he was. He was young, with broad shoulders and long hair which rested on his shoulder.

I still didn't have any idea who he was. I stared at him. I hope he will go straight to the point on what he wants.

“I have been meaning to see you, but I have not had such opportunities till now.” He said, “I don't know if we would be able to meet up and discuss.” He said.

“Talk to my P. A,” I said.

Before I made it to the door, but halted my step when I realized I didn't want such a man speaking to Anna.

I called back Mr. Morgan, who was already beginning to walk away. “Monday noon. Let's meet at my office.” I said and walked away.

It was not like I didn't trust her; I just didn't want to take any chances.

His speaking to Anna didn't sit well with me at all.

I redialed Anna's number, but this time, it was unavailable. I ran my hands through my hair, a frustrated sigh escaping my lips. Where is Anna?

“You look tense,” a voice said behind me, and I turned. Williams, “Do you know why Anna is yet to be here?” He asked.

“I knew this would be about her.” He said, coming to stand close to me. I walked to a rail and placed my hands on it.

“What happened with her?” He asked, his eyebrows raised out of curiosity. I explained to him.

“Be patient, man. Maybe something came up. She will be here soon.” Williams tried to lay on my shoulder when he said this, and I sent him a glare; his hands immediately hung halfway before he pulled it back to his side and dipped it into his pocket.

I inhaled sharply, my eyes scanning the surroundings, pitching on every car that entered. “I hope you are back with Nora.” He said, making me turn to him, “You even came to this party with her. What happened to all the hatred you had for her?” He asked.

“You, of all people, should know better,” I said. “I do know, but what I can't figure out is why you had her accompany you here. People are going to talk and talk about you guys. Oh, are they getting together? Oh, don't they look so good together?” he said, imitating what he must have probably heard.

“Let them talk. We both know I have someone else in mind.” I said. “So you have no plans to get back with her?” He asked again, and I wondered if he didn't understand what I had said earlier.

“No,” I said.

“So why is she here with you?” He said.

“So I have to explain myself to you?” He raised two hands above his head. “Just curious.” He said. I smirked. Williams was a smart man, and I am sure he knew why I was keeping Nora close to me.

“You saw the change, right?” I asked, and he instantly knew who I was referring to. “All in all, Nora is working the magic you've not been able to work over the past years,” he added.

“Fair enough,” I said.