Chapter 109
No.1
After reviewing the footage, Alexander studied Charlie.
"Why intervene?"
Charlie stood straighter. "To protect the witness. And Editor Sinclair."
Alexander's brow furrowed.
"Isabella could've framed Evelyn for tampering with evidence," Charlie met his gaze. "I couldn't let that happen."
A cold draft brushed Alexander's forehead.
It struck him then—Evelyn had earned her own loyal team.
No.2
A memory surfaced from his youth.
"Father, why outsource investigations to Autumn Detail?"
Mr. Kingsley had smiled. "Professionals handle professional matters."
Young Alexander hadn't understood why Autumn Detail warranted such trust.
Until he met Evelyn's parents.
That couple possessed a rare magnetism that inspired absolute loyalty.
Autumn Detail charged triple the market rate yet never lacked clients.
No.3
Because they never failed.
That conviction...
Ultimately killed them.
Alexander paused outside Evelyn's door.
Iris silently offered the keycard.
The door opened.
Nathan and Iris stayed behind, exchanging a look.
No.4
"His private affairs," Nathan murmured. "Don't pry."
Iris's eyes widened with realization.
Pride swelled in her for Evelyn.
That composed woman didn't just match Alexander Kingsley.
She held the power to choose him—or walk away.
Inside, Evelyn was organizing documents.
"Iris, some water please."
No.5
A masculine hand offered a glass.
Evelyn looked up into Alexander's dark eyes.
"Here to accuse me again, Mr. Kingsley?"
His throat moved.
"The technician confessed," he said quietly. "Why didn't you tell me the truth?"
Evelyn Sinclair lifted her gaze, her eyes cold as frost.
Alexander Kingsley stood before her, his towering figure casting a long shadow.
No.6
"Why didn't you tell me?" His voice was low, simmering with restrained anger.
The corners of Evelyn's lips curved into a distant smile.
"Mr. Kingsley, what exactly is our relationship?"
Her words struck like a blade, piercing straight into Alexander's heart.
His brow furrowed, pain flashing in his eyes.
"This matter concerns Kingsley Group too," he tried to explain.
"Then go investigate your precious company. What does it have to do with me?" Evelyn countered.
No.7
The air turned icy.
Alexander stared at her for a long moment before speaking again. "Have we really reached the point where we can't even talk properly?"
Evelyn let out a soft laugh.
"Mr. Kingsley, this is how I treat people who mean nothing to me."
Alexander's expression darkened instantly.
"What about Julian Ashford then?" Jealousy dripped from his voice.
"He's my senior and my friend," Evelyn replied calmly.