Chapter 172 Discussion

Claire looked at him, considering his suggestion. “A press conference?” Alex nodded his head. “Yes. Press conference is a-” Claire cut him off before he could finish. “I know what a press conference is,” she said, frowning. Alex paused, puzzled. “Then why did you ask?” Claire rolled her eyes. “I wasn't asking. I was just thinking out loud. And I don't think it's a good idea.” Alex raised his eyebrows, intrigued. “Why do you think it's a bad idea?” Claire opened her mouth, then closed it again, unable to find the right words. Alex leaned forward slightly. “What is it then?” Claire turned away, gazing out the large window of her penthouse. “I don't want to clarify it.” Alex's expression softened slightly, but his voice remained firm. “You don't want people to know whether we're married or not.” Claire nodded, and for some reason, hearing it aloud caused a pang of hurt inside Alex. He cleared his throat, clenching his fist on his thigh to steady himself. “If you want your compan