Alex’s eyes lit up with feigned excitement. “Grandmother, that’s a wonderful idea! It’s high time I settled down anyway,” he said, smiling broadly. Inside, though, he was struggling with Celine’s rejection, but he wouldn’t let Lucas see his vulnerability.
Lucas, on the other hand, couldn't contain his frustration. “What? Why would you hang the position of chairman on marriage?” he demanded, his voice rising. “Isn’t it supposed to be based on competency? I’ve been competent for the longest time!”
Old Madam Rodriguez sighed, her expression calm but stern. “Lucas, you’ve always been the smart one. But a company like ours needs stability, and marriage signifies responsibility and stability.”
“Stability?” Lucas scoffed. “I’ve been running our international branches, even my businesses, succ
