Chapter 48

Alec’s POV. "Alec, what are you going to do? Where are you going?" Alana questioned, her concern evident as she moved closer to me while I walked away. "Please, let me handle something. I promise I won't disrupt your career," I assured her, giving her shoulder a reassuring squeeze before continuing my ascent. "You've got something great going, and I wouldn't dare destroy it or hurt you." "But what are you planning to do?" Alana persisted, her frown deepening. She would soon turn that frown into a glare once she discovered my intentions. "Just wait, okay? Let me make a phone call." I evaded her probing questions, my mind set on my plan. "Fine, you'd better stay true to your words," Alana sighed, walking away, and leaving me alone to carry out my mission. "I am, honey, I am," I assured her. I couldn't fathom causing harm to Alana in any circumstance. I left her in the living room and headed straight to the room I had designated as my office. My anger surged, and I wasn't entirely