Chapter 179

As Grace's questions hung in the air, Alex exchanged a meaningful glance with the butler and Bambi, silently conveying the gravity of the situation. Sensing the tension building, Grace's patience wore thin as she demanded answers.

"What is she talking about? What about the company?" Grace pressed, her voice edged with frustration.

Alex hesitated, weighing his words carefully before responding. "Mum, I promise I'll tell you everything when we get home," he reassured her, his tone earnest.

"Why not here, hun?" Grace insisted, her tone growing more insistent by the second.

"Now is not the time or place. Let's respect our friends, Mum," Alex replied gently, his eyes pleading for understanding.

Rolling her eyes in exasperation, Grace begrudgingly acquiesced. "As soon as we all get home, you start talking," she declared firmly.

"Okay, Mum," Alex agreed, his tone tinged with a hint of resignation.

Just then, a welcome distraction presented itself as Rich and his wife came into view. Sensing