Surprise Marriage to a Billionaire
Chapter 62: Where He Stood

Chapter 62: Where He Stood

It had been a while since Alexander had slept in his bedroom at the ancestral mansion, and he was trying to convince himself that it was the reason he couldn’t sleep at all. But deep down, he knew better.

As he sat in his office, yawning every few minutes, he cursed under his breath. "Damn!" He couldn’t focus on anything if this continued.

"It’s her fault," he muttered, stubbornly blaming Rain for his restless night. It was unlike him to point fingers so irrationally, but last night had been different. His thoughts had been plagued by memories of Rain at his penthouse, and to his embarrassment, those memories had led to something he hadn’t experienced before—a wet dream.

It was humiliating, something he never thought would happen to him again, and it left him feeling off balance and irritated.

He flinched when his door swung open. Eric strode in and announced, "Rain Clayton resigned from Smith Law Firm. Do you know about this?"

"If you’re here just to gossip, get out," Alexander grunted.

Eric clicked his tongue and settled into the sofa. "My father wants me to recruit her for our firm. But I heard she’s taken a position at the Meta City Prosecution Office. There are some funny rumors about why she left Smith Law Firm just days after starting."

Alexander frowned and turned his attention to Eric. "I thought you weren’t interested in gossip," he said.

Eric smirked. "How about a cup of coffee outside? You look like you could use one."

Alexander stood up from his chair, his sleepiness overtaking his irritation. "Let’s go."

He ignored the surprised look on Eric’s face. He needed a distraction; staying in the office alone was proving unproductive, especially since he couldn’t focus on his work.

As they stepped out of the office, Alexander rubbed his eyes, trying to shake off the lingering fog of sleeplessness. Eric led the way to a nearby café, a popular spot for professionals needing a break from their hectic days.

The cafe’s warm atmosphere and the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee offered a welcome change. They found a quiet corner, and Eric quickly ordered two cups of strong coffee. Alexander released a deep sigh. He could feel Eric’s boring stare at him.

"What?!" Alexander huffed, his frown deepening.

Eric eyed him with a mix of curiosity and skepticism. "Something’s not right with you. Are you actually interested in your fake wife? I’ve never seen you so worked up about a woman. To think you’re skipping work just to join me for coffee and gossip about her?"

Alexander was taken aback by the realization. He knew why Rain had resigned, but the idea of Paul spreading rumors about her was unsettling. "Spill the beans. What exactly are the rumors about her resignation?" he demanded.

Eric raised an eyebrow. "Well, one of the rumours going around, courtesy of Smith Law Firm, is that Rain resigned because she’s heartbroken. They’re saying she’s devastated after finding out that Paul Smith chose to marry her legitimate half-sister instead of her."

Alexander’s face twisted with frustration. "Ridiculous! That’s bullshit!" he grunted.

Eric’s forehead creased in response to Alexander’s intense reaction. "What’s got you so worked up?"

Alexander took a deep breath and recounted the true events behind Rain’s resignation. "Paul drugged Rain, and I shudder to think what might have happened if I hadn’t arrived in time." He then detailed the entire situation to Eric, explaining why Rain had left Smith Law Firm.

Alexander was taken aback by how deeply he was invested in clearing Rain’s name. The thought of them tarnishing her reputation and portraying her as petty fueled his anger. Rain didn’t deserve this, especially after enduring harassment from Paul, who not only cheated on her but also drugged her and subjected her to something unimaginable.

Eric’s eyes widened in shock. "What!? That bastard! How could he do that?"

Alexander’s jaw tightened. "I’ve got Tyron on the case already. Smith Law Firm won’t escape this. They’re going down."

Eric’s face lit up with a smirk. "Looks like we’ll be taking down one strong competitor soon. Paul won’t see it coming, especially since he doesn’t realize he’s tangled with you as well," he commented. Then he shook his head as he added, "Paul will be shivering when he finds out it was you who rescued Rain from his grasp."

Alexander had no photos online because he valued his privacy above all else. He wanted to ensure that no one could recognize him unless they had met him personally. It was a deliberate move to protect his identity and keep his life out of the public eye.

"Also, get me the best violent crimes lawyer in your firm. I want that person to coordinate with Rain and the investigation directly against Paul," Alexander instructed Eric suddenly.

Initially, he had planned to investigate the matter and let Rain handle the legal proceedings. But now, he wanted to personally oversee the case and ensure that Paul faced the full consequences of his actions. There was no way he was going to let that bastard walk away unpunished.

"Alright, I’ll make all the necessary arrangements," Eric nodded, his tone serious. He could see how determined Alexander was, and he knew better than to question him when he was like this.

"I’ll have the lawyer reach out to Rain directly and start coordinating with the investigation. We’ll make sure Paul doesn’t get away with anything. And don’t worry, we’ll keep this under wraps. By the time Paul realizes what’s happening, it’ll be too late for him to do anything about it."

Then his demeanour shifted to something more contemplative. "I feel bad for Rain, though. She worked so hard to become a lawyer, supporting herself throughout college and law school."

Alexander didn’t respond, lost in thought. Eric continued, "Of course, you probably already knew that..."

Eric’s expression turned playful as he looked at Alexander. "So... did something happen between you two? You know, when she was drugged and you brought her to your penthouse?"

Alexander’s face flushed. "Shut up and stop with your dirty thoughts, Eric!" he scolded, trying to mask his embarrassment.

Eric chuckled, clearly amused. "I guess something did happen, seeing you blush like that!"

Alexander glared at his friend. "Drop it!"

Then Eric’s face suddenly grew serious as he reminded, "Kidding aside, you should sort your feelings out before Carla arrives. You know how things were left between you two. If you’re not clear about what you want, this situation with Rain could become a bigger mess than it already is."

Alexander’s expression darkened at the mention of Carla. He looked away, his jaw tightening. "I know," he muttered, the weight of the past pressing down on him. "But right now, I have to focus on what’s in front of me."

His thoughts drifted to Rain and the complicated feelings she stirred within him. He knew Eric was right—he had to figure out where he stood before the past came crashing back into his life.

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