Chapter 32

“What’s wrong with him? He dropped me the second Elizabeth walked in!” Esme wondered.

“I found it. Let’s go,” Elizabeth said, smiling as she followed Joseph.

Esme could tell Alexander was distracted. Golf was no longer on her mind.

“Let’s go,” Esme said, standing up and walking out, clearly annoyed.

Alexander noticed her mood and followed. “Esme.”

Esme shoved him away, her eyes blazing with resentment. She wanted some quality time with him, but it was all ruined. Since meeting Elizabeth, Alexander’s eyes had been glued to her. He dropped Esme the moment Elizabeth showed up.

Some actions, even if unintentional, come straight from the heart. Esme liked Alexander and was willing to compromise, but she had her limits!

Seeing Esme unwilling to talk, Alexander said coolly, “I’ll call the driver to take you back.”

Esme stopped in her tracks. She looked at Alexander, full of questions. “You send me back and then what? Go find your ex-wife?”

‘I’m furious! He won’t even try to make it right and wants the driver to take me back! How could he think that’s a solution?’ she thought.

Alexander frowned, lowering his voice. “Esme!”

“Alex, do you even like me?” Esme’s eyes welled up, tears streaming down.

People around them started whispering, recognizing the drama between Alexander and Esme.

Alexander sighed, feeling drained. “Stop it. Let’s go home.” He reached for Esme’s hand.

Esme yanked her hand away, disappointment all over her face. She pulled out her phone. “Henry, I’m at the golf course. Pick me up now!”

Alexander just stood there, the afternoon sun glaring, but he felt nothing but gloom.

As Esme walked away, she slowed down. She could never stay mad at Alexander for long. She was giving him a chance, hoping he’d come after her. If he just tried a little, she’d forgive him.

Esme bit her lip, counting down in her head. Suddenly, she felt a hand grab her arm and pull her into a warm hug.

Alexander’s voice was soft in her ear. “Esme, I was wrong. If I had to choose between you and Elizabeth, it’s you. Always you.”

“Don’t be mad. What do you want? I’ll get it for you, okay?” His dark eyes were calm, sincere.

Esme started crying again. “I thought you didn’t love me anymore.”

Alexander’s heart melted. “I’m just tired. How could I not love you?” He gently reassured her.

Chapter 32

“Let’s go home,” he said, stroking her hair.

Esme trailed behind him, eyes red and feeling totally wronged. But weirdly, all Alexander could think about was Elizabeth.

After dropping Esme off, Alexander hit up Kieran for a drink.

The dim light in the private room made Alexander’s face look even colder. Kieran had a girl in his lap; their PDA was nauseating.

“Get out,” Alexander snapped.

Kieran chuckled, shooed the girl away, and plopped down next to Alexander. He took a swig of his drink, his black shirt half-open, showing off his chest. “You see the news?” he asked.

“What news?” Alexander grumbled, downing his liquor.