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    Yet, how enduring could his concern be?


    Sadie smiled ruefully at herself, her mood darkening.


    She would prefer Noah’s indifference over this superficial concern.


    Such care only intensified her pain and confusion.


    Meanwhile, in avish vi on the city’s outskirts, Alex slowly awoke. He rubbed his eyes, groggy, his head throbbing.


    The night before, he had drowned his sorrows in alcohol, hoping to numb the pain and escape his problems.


    However, the effects of the alcohol had worn off, and reality was waiting for him as he awoke.


    He rose from bed, walked to the window, and pulled open the curtains.


    Bright sunlight flooded the room, momentarily blinding him.


    Squinting, he looked out at the familiarndscape, feeling utterly lost. Uncertain of his next steps, he pondered how to face Sadie, handle the pressure from Aliza, and navigate the demands of his family.


    “Ring. Ring. Ring…” His phone’s sudden ring jolted him from his thoughts. Alex picked it up and saw it was his assistant, Stan Cabot. After hesitating for a moment, he answered. “Hello?”


    “Mr. Howe, you finally answered!” Stan’s voice wasced with concern. “Where have you been these past few days? I’ve been calling repeatedly, worried sick.”


    “I…” Alex’s voice was rough.


    “I’m fine, Stan. Just needed some time alone.”


    “Mr. Howe, I’m d you’re okay,” Stan replied, his voice heavy with relief. “But if you don’t return soon, there’s going to be significant trouble at Howe Group.”


    “What happened?” Alex’s brow furrowed.


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    “Miss Aliza Perry has been appointed as the general manager of Howe Group,” Stan replied. “Now, the Perry and Howe families are joining forces, preparing to take on Wall Group together.”


    “What?” Alex was shocked. “How is this possible? Why would my father agree to this?”


    “Your father waspelled by the circumstances,” Stan exined, his voice heavy. “The Perry family is now fully cooperating with Howe Group.”


    Alex was silent for a moment.


    He knew Stan was telling the truth.


    Ever since his disagreement with Terrance, Terrance had been utterly disappointed in him.


    Terrance’s decision to form an alliance with the Perry family for the sake of their family interests was predictable.


    However, Alex hadn’t expected things to escte so quickly.


    “What are you nning to do now?” Stan inquired. “Do you want toe back and see for yourself?”


    After a brief hesitation, Alex responded, “Alright. I’ll return immediately.” Ending the call, Alex felt the weight of his decision.


    He quickly freshened up, changed into clean clothes, and left his vi.


    Shortly thereafter, he drove directly to Howe Group headquarters.


    His mind was burdened, haunted by thoughts of Sadie.


    In the general manager’s office at Howe Group headquarters, Aliza sat behind her desk, stirring her coffee with a slight, triumphant smile.


    Since being appointed as the general manager, she had been tightening her grip on thepany.


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