The Billionaire's Forbidden Longing

Chapter 45 Rumors Abound Just as Mia was cheering, Alexander and Mason pushed the door open, looking a bit surprised at the scene inside. Mason asked, "Sloane? Are you playing a game?" Sloane stood up, feeling a bit embarrassed, while Mia rushed over to Alexander. "Uncle Alexander, Allison is amazing!" Mia exaggerated what had just happened, and Alexander raised an eyebrow, turning to Allison. "Wanna play a gwith me?" Allison was a bit taken aback; she didn't expect Alexander to be into games too.

Mason glanced at Sloane beside him and sighed inwardly when he saw her pale face.

They had known since childhood that Alexander had no romantic feelings for Sloane, not even much friendship, but Sloane was deeply infatuated.

"Mr. Carter, are you afraid of losing?" Allison raised an eyebrow, her eyes full of challenge.

Alexander's smile deepened as he pulled out the chair next to Allison and sat down. "Pick your character!" Allison nodded with a smile, her eyes carrying a hint of playfulness, which made Alexander feel very happy. As he looked at Allison, his eyes were filled with indulgence, something Sloane had never seen before. Allison said confidently, "I choose the minion!" too!" Allison seemed much more relaxed. When she played the game, she went all out, charging with a minion, with Alexander providing cover. The two worked together really well.

In just half an hour, they cleared all the levels. Allison didn't expect Alexander to be a gaming expert too. Her face lit up with joy, and this was the Allison that Alexander liked the most.

Alexander smiled, "If you like it, I'll play with you often!" Hearing his words, Allison nodded, then Alexander stood up and turned to Sloane. "I'll take them home. You guys enjoy the celebration!" Sloane almost couldn't keep her composure. This was the first tAlexander had spoken to her proactively, and it wasn't in a cold tone. Unfortunately, it was all because of Allison that Alexander showed Sloane skindness. Mia hooked her arm around Allison's and left together. Alexander draped his suit jacket over Allison naturally before leaving, a scene that finally made Sloane burst into tears.

Seeing this, Mason let out a sigh. "Sloane, give it up. Alexander has someone he likes!" "Give up? Why? Mason, I've liked Alexander for eighteen years. Why should I give up? Just because of that girl? Why can she be with him? I don't accept it!" As Sloane spoke, she couldn't help but cry out sadly, while Mason pulled her into his arms, feeling quite helpless. People always said love should happen naturally; forcing it led to no good, especially for someone like Alexander. Meanwhile, Mia was still chattering, insisting on pulling Allison to play games all night, but Alexander refused and handed Mia over to Hunter. "Make sure Mia gets hsafely. I've already called my sister!" Hunter would do anything for Mia. If Alexander didn't add this instruction, Mia would probably drag Hunter to play all night, which he wouldn't dare in front of Liliana.

Alexander drove Allison home. Not long after the car started, he felt a weight on his shoulder, then he turned and saw Allison had fallen asleep leaning on him.

It hadn't been an easy day for Allison. She worked overtat hto finish a program, went to the east side of town to pick up a chess set she made herself, rushed to deliver the gift before her grandfather's banquet started, and then socialized with the Bennett family all evening.

It was only during the gjust now that she relaxed a bit. Seeing she was so exhausted, Alexander felt quite heartbroken.

Alexander was well aware of Allison's situation in the Bennett family, but since she didn't bring it up, he couldn't interfere in the Bennett family's affairs. Otherwise, with Allison's personality, she would definitely be angry.

If you're loving the book, nel5sis where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience-all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Allison was always on guard, and up until now, the only person who had truly gotten close to her heart was Mia. Alexander adjusted the jacket on her and planted a kiss on her hair.

The car soon arrived at the apartment building, but Allison was still asleep. Alexander signaled the driver, James, to get out first, giving them sprivate time.

Alexander enjoyed the rare quiet moment. When Allison woke up, she was startled to find the car quite dark and tried to get up, but Alexander held her. "Don't be scared, I'm here!" Leaning against Alexander, Allison felt less scared. Since leaving the Bennett Villa five years ago, she had never relied on anyone and had handled everything on her own, which had becher habit.

"Why didn't you wakeup?" Allison asked.

"You were sleeping soundly, so I let you rest a bit longer. Did anything upset you at the banquet? If there's anything I can help with, just letknow!" Allison shook her head. "I can handle it myself." Her refusal to accept his help was expected. "Your father is transferring the Bennett Group's assets. Many project losses and broken funding chains are because of him." This was all Alexander could say now. After all, this was Allison's family matter, and he couldn't interfere too much.

Back home, Allison kept thinking about this issue and decided to call Jonah. "Jonah, I need the Bennett Group's financial statements for the past three years." Jonah responded and went straight to Hayden's room. "Mr. Hayden Bennett, Ms. Allison Bennett wants the financial statements for the past three years." Hayden was sitting in a recliner, and hearing Jonah's words, he tapped the chair leg with his cane. "Give them to her! From now on, whatever Allison wants, give it to her. Tell the shareholders that all decisions in the Bennett Group are made by my granddaughter." Jonah nodded and went to Hayden's study to send all the financial statements of the Bennett Group for the past three years to Allison.

If you're loving the book, nel5sis where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! The moment Allison received the statements, she knew that Hayden was probably aware of what was happening in the Bennett Group. Moreover, there must be a reason why Hayden hadn't returned from abroad in five years.

Soon, in the elite circles of Skycrest, news about Allison started to spread. Allison Bennett, an honor student at Willowbrook High School, had just inherited 20% of the Bennett Group's shares. Everyone in the circle began to pay close attention to this eighteen-year-old high school student, while Yasmin beca laughingstock. They said that Yasmin was raised by the Bennett family, yet she couldn't even compare to another daughter who grew up wild.

Yasmin, after receiving calls from several friends asking about Allison, angrily smashed her phone.

On Monday at school, rumors about Allison increased. "Even Superman can't get everything right. She must have cheated" "Yeah, she can cheat at school, but she won't be able to cheat on the SAT. When she gets caught, it'll be so embarrassing!" Mia was furious at such comments and got into a fight as soon as she entered the school.

A group of girls shouted at Mia, "Mia, you're just a sidekick of Allison. I'm telling you, I don't believe she can really get a perfect score!" "Yeah, she cheated, she definitely cheated!" Hearing their words, Mia was so angry. "Nonsense! You're just jealous that Allison is better than you, prettier than you, has better character than you, and even studies better than you! So you're jealous of her, how ugly!" Caught red-handed by Mia, the group of girls angrily surrounded her, ready to fight. Suddenly, Allison kicked open the bathroom door and coldly looked at them.

"Do you have any evidence that I cheated?" Allison said coldly while looking at the girls. These girls were all from well-off families e daughter's of the elite in Skycrest. But a person's background and character were two different things, Mia had the most prestigious family background, but she never used it to pressure others, which was what Allison liked most about her. Allison continued, "Since everyone doubts my grades, just wait and see."