Chapter 17 Save Him

Maria's number also flashed on the screen. Alexander's eyes instantly turned towards Lucas who was already looking down. Before Alexander could say anything, a message popped from her. 'Sorry, by mistake.' Alexander wasn't aware of the fact that Maria and Lucas were in a relationship. So, Lucas almost lost his breath when Alexander saw Maria's call later that night. "Still she managed to save me," Lucas whispered. Meanwhile, Fredrick was talking to Alexander, knowing how sad he was on that day. "I was waiting for you. Where were you?" His uncle finally asked in a worried tone. "I had some work," Alexander lied, hiding his guilt. He didn't want his uncle to see the vulnerable side of him. Every year that day reminded him how mercilessly in front of his eyes they killed his mom. They killed that woman who fought for their lives. For what? Money? Power? Name? "I will snatch every damn thing from them," Alexander gritted his teeth. "Every time you lie, I catch you. Don'