The Billionaire's Forbidden Longing

Chapter 147 Joe Has Arrived "Alexander, knock it off! Allison's in the next room, and she's wiped out. She needs her rest, so don't go bothering her!" Liliana snapped.

Eventually, they managed to pin Alexander down long enough to finish his IV drip before letting him leave his ward. The second he was free, he made a beeline for Allison's room. Seeing her almost brought him to his knees.

Allison, who was always so full of life, now looked pale and frail, completely worn out. Alexander's heart ached as he took her hand, anger flashing in his eyes.

"Allison's stable now, just lost a lot of blood," Liliana said softly. "Jessa and I talked it over. Once you're both discharged, you're coming hto recover. But if Dad finds out about this, he'll lose it." Alexander didn't argue; he knew she was right.

"But there's something else," Liliana continued. "For Allison's sake, we need to have an engagement party. Her status needs to be made public; otherwise, it wouldn't be proper for her to stay with us." "Allison might not want to move in, Liliana. Let's wait until she wakes up," Alexander replied.

Liliana nodded.

With Allison in the hospital and Jasper arrested, the Bennett family was in chaos.

"Preston, what are we going to do? Jasper's been taken by the police. They say he's involved in that chemical warehouse explosion. How is that possible?" Helena cried.

Preston looked equally troubled. "The police say he's involved, so what can I do? Why would he rent a warehouse and fill it with chemical waste? He's brought this on himself, and no one can save him!" Preston, not being Jasper's biological father, had no intention of helping him.

Moreover, Jasper was still under investigation, and the family couldn't even see him.

Helena, realizing she couldn't rely on Preston, secretly hired a lawyer for Jasper.

Allison woke up three days later, and even Joe had rushed to Skycrest to check on her. Seeing her condition, he was furious.

"Henry, you idiot! How the hell did you take care of Allison? I thought she'd be safer with you here in Skycrest. But look at her now!" Joe berated Henry relentlessly.

Henry hung his head, not daring to utter a word.

The events of the previous night had terrified Henry. Allison had gone into hypovolemic shock; if they had been any later, they might not have saved her. So, he stood there, taking Joe's scolding without complaint.

"And another thing, I heard Allison is in a relationship. Who is she dating? Allison has so much potential. I was planning to mentor her so she could beca professor before she turned thirty, and now she's in a relationship? It's so infuriating!" Joe fumed.

Joe was beside himself with anger. His star student, destined for a postdoctoral career and a bright future in the medical field, was now distracted by romance. He couldn't fathom it.

As Joe was ranting, Alexander clooking for Henry and ran into Joe.

The moment Henry saw Alexander, he signaled Alexander to leave.

However, Alexander boldly introduced himself. "You must be Mr. Watson. Hello, I'm Alexander, Allison's boyfriend." "How old are you?" Joe asked suddenly.

"Twenty-eight," Alexander replied.

Joe slammed the table in anger. "I knew it! Allison has a boyfriend because she was tricked by an older man like you!" Lost in the world of this story? Make sure you're on to catch every twist and turn. The next chapter awaits, exclusively on our site. Dive in now! Henry was at a loss for words. If Alexander was considered old, what did that make everyone else? But in front of Joe, Henry didn't dare say a word. Seeing Joe redirect his anger at Alexander, he felt somewhat relieved.

"Mr. Watson, I truly care for Allison, and we're about to get engaged. We plan to spend our lives together," Alexander stated firmly.

Joe's face turned an even deeper shade of red. "I've worked so hard to nurture her talent. Our family has been doctors for generations, possessing exceptional medical skills. I intended to pass all my knowledge to Allison. And you're talking about marriage? Lettell you, Allison isn't even considering marriage before she's thirty. Now get out of here!" Joe was beside himself with anger and heartbreak over his favorite student.

Despite Joe's outburst, Alexander didn't back down. Instead, he calmly took a seat in front of Joe.

"Mr. Watson, I never intended to hold Allison back from doing what she loves. On the contrary, I fully support her career. Whatever she wants to pursue, I'll be there to support her. I understand you're angry about what happened to Allison, and I know this is a deeply personal matter for the Bennett family. Even so, I promise you, I will never let Allison suffer again," Alexander said seriously.

Joe snorted, his face still grim, but his attitude towards Alexander softened slightly.

"I heard Hayden is still alive?" Joe asked.

Alexander nodded.

"Would you like to see him?" Alexander asked, watching Joe stand up.

Joe adjusted his clothes and looked at Alexander. "Taketo him. I want to see if he has the nerve to face me!" With that, Joe walked out first.

Lost in the world of this story? Make sure you're on to catch every twist and turn. The next chapter awaits, exclusively on our site. Dive in now! Alexander turned to Henry, who quickly cover.

"Alexander, Mr. Watson and Allison's grandfather don't get along. Be careful not to get caught in the m crossfire," Henry warned. Alexander nodded and called James on his phone. When they reached the entrance, James was already waiting with the car. "Mr. Carter, the car is ready," James said. Alexander nodded and personally opened the car door for Joe.

Joe glanced at the Rolls-Royce parked at the entrance and then looked at Alexander. "It seems you have smoney." Alexander smiled but said nothing. After Joe got in, Alexander got in on the other side.

In the car, Joe scrutinized Alexander.

"The Carter family in Skycrest, the wealthy one is it yours?" Joe asked.

Alexander remained humble in his response. "We're not that wealthy, just better off than average. My m family doesn't have many strict rules, especially regarding marriage. My elders are all fond of Allison. Honestly, I feel like I'm the one who's not quite good enough for her." Joe nodded, a hint of approval in his eyes. "At least you know your place. You're right; you're not good enough for Allison." James, driving, couldn't help but glance at Joe in the back seat. Joe's confidence was impressive; he even dared to say that Alexander wasn't good enough for Allison.

"I have shistory with the Bennett family, mostly through Allison's grandmother. I'm well aware of m Allison's background. Her grandmother had good taste, except when it cto men. Hayden was a terrible choice," Joe continued, his voice tinged with regret.