Chapter 112- Crossroads Of Ambition.

OLIVIA'S POV. As the banquet drew to a close, Charles and I were eager to retire for the evening, our exhaustion evident in the weary lines etched on our faces. My feet were sore, and I held my heels in my hands, I was ready to go back barefooted. The banquet hall was emptying, the clatter of dishes and murmur of voices fading into the night. Charles and I were ready to leave, our minds heavy with thoughts, when Alexander appeared before us, his approach swift, urgent and purposeful. "Olivia, Charles. I am glad I still met you both here. I must speak with you." He said. Charles and I exchanged tired glances at each other. "There's more we need to discuss." Alexander said. "Okay, fine. Let's talk." I said, dragging my feet back to the chair. "I am deeply sorry for the inconveniences. I had a phone call which was really urgent, so I had to leave, I only just returned." He began. "Okay, it's fine." Charles said. Despite our fatigue, we reluctantly agreed to pos