All Chapters of RISE OF ALEXANDER CAGE: Chapter 41
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Chapter 40
RISE OF ALEXANDER CAGE/Miraukwuma
Xander's eyes narrowed as he watched Hermia accept the award on his behalf. The room seemed to fade into the background, and all he could focus on was the smug smile spreading across Hermia's face. He felt a surge of anger and embarrassment, his mind racing with questions. Why had Hunter not told him about the ceremony? And what was Hermia's motive for accepting the award?As he stood there, frozen in shock, the audience began to murmur and whisper to each other. Xander's face burned with humiliation, and he knew he needed to take action. He took a deep breath, pushed through the doors, and strode towards the stage. At the last moment, he made a turn and went to his family table and took a seat beside Randy. The empty seat on his other side was soon occupied by Hunter. "Why didn't you go on stage and get your award from that heartless bitch" Randy said with urgency in a low voice as she glared at Hermia. The lady in question got down from the stage with no care for the world. "I'm
Chapter 41
RISE OF ALEXANDER CAGE/Miraukwuma
Everything in the HQ seemed as normal as it could be on a day with an external occasion. Hunter parked the car next to the few cars still parked in the parking lot, likely cars of staff working overtime.The company night view was stunning. The neatly arranged lights on the high fence illuminated on the glass walls of the building.In summary, it was a beautiful view."You don't have to follow me, I would be quick" Xander said and when he heard Hunter highlight the car after him.Hunter didn't bother responding as he felt tired and stress at the same time. The sooner they leave here, the sooner he could rest, he thought.Hunter walked into the building and Xander sighed at his snobbish behavior then followed him. He knew his assistant was annoyed with him but he couldn't help the tingling feeling that something was wrong.On entering the building, they heard voices in the reception and it seemed like they were arguing. The voices belonged to five of their employees who gathered round
Chapter 42
RISE OF ALEXANDER CAGE/Miraukwuma
"You were supposed to come straight home" Randy stated when she reach Xander. She had changed out of her red gown she wore to the ceremony and was now putting on sweats under a brown coat. She titled her head, a bit to see Hunter and said, "Didn't you tell him?" "I did" Hunter answered politely as he didn't want to anger Randy more than she already was. "Don't be mad at him, I was the one who wanted to see how the office was going in my absence and it's a good thing I came or I wouldn't have kno-" Xander said with a nervous smile before Randy shut him short. "Your dad wants you home and that's final, let's go" Randy said and took Xander's hand leading him towards the entrance. "But I still have to check the video" Xander said and turned to Hunter for assistance. His tired assistance just rolled his eyes and shove his hand into his pant pocket. "You can check it tomorrow" Randy responded, "You don't even know how worried your family are?" Randy mumbled. "What did you say?" Xande
Chapter 43
RISE OF ALEXANDER CAGE/Miraukwuma
Xander washed the plates he used to feed Emily her breakfast and wore his suit, the last piece of clothing so he was ready for work. "Hunter is here" Trente called from the door as he welcomed Hunter in. Hunter had left for his apartment that morning to get ready for work. "Tell him to come to the kitchen" Xander said back and soon he heard some footsteps enter the kitchen. Hunter was met with a sight. Emily was holding tight to her father's neck, refusing to let go. "Emily, please, let go, I would back tonight" Xander promised. "I don't believe you" the little girl pouted and Xander turned to Hunter for help. His assistant raised his hand in surrenderance. Trente and Randy joined them. Randy smiled at the little girl attitude. Deep inside she wished she could to that. Hold Xander back from leaving for work but she remembered the tension she walked in the previous day. "Trente?" Xander changed his direction for help"I don't want to make a little lady mad so she is all yours"
Chapter 44
RISE OF ALEXANDER CAGE/Miraukwuma
Those eyes weren't his. That wasn't him. He wouldn't steal his company secrets because he is angry at his father. That wasn't him. He wasn't smart enough to see that as an option to rebel. "That isn't, me" Xander spoke up. "I know" Hunter responded "You believe me?" Xander questioned, doubt stewing his features. "We were together on this day" Hunter turned to his boss and stated. The little effort Hunter made to defend him caused his lip to tilt into a smile. "So who is this?" Xander asked to no person in particular. "We would have to find out how someone can impersonate you face so well and forget your eyes, unless.. " Hunter said and stopped as he reran his thoughts again. He slowly stood straight like found the answered to his unanswered question. He continued, "Unless he wants to be caught?" Xander nodded in affirmation as some puzzles were coming into place. "We need to know the files he took so we can know how to shield any attack." Hunter inputed again. "You are righ