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*＊✿❀CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR❀✿＊*

➹THIRD PERSON PERSPECTIVE➷

✾March 14th, 2013- 07:24: Sheffield✾

Alistair was restlessly pacing back and forth in the sitting room of Lorenzo's penthouse. He had devised a brilliant plan that would be put into action as soon as the documentary was released. He was hopeful that it would be effective. Alistair had seen the news last night about the documentary being released in two days instead of a month. Fortunately, he was well-prepared.

While he desires to proceed to the hospital to pay a visit to Lorenzo, he must refrain from doing so until all necessary arrangements have been made and the situation becomes more favourable.

He is currently at Cordelia's residence because she reached out to him, explaining that Cassius had departed the previous day and had not yet returned. As a result, she was solely responsible for caring for the twins, which was a challenging undertaking.

"I am concerned, as he has not responded to my calls or messages. He informed me that he was meeting a friend and would return shortly, stating that he would be back by half past nine last night. However, he has not yet returned. Could you please advise me on the appropriate course of action?" Alistair was going to have a serious conversation with Raphael upon his return if he does return.

Alistair had discovered the truth about Raphael some time ago and intended to inform Cordelia of the matter, but unfortunately, he never had the chance to do so.

Despite being alone with Cordelia at this moment, it would be unwise to reveal such sensitive information to her given her current emotional state. She may not be able to process it effectively.

"May I offer you a cup of tea? I would be pleased to prepare my signature blend." Alistair made a suggestion, hoping it would help ease the noticeable tension in the room.

"Certainly, I would be delighted to have a cup of your signature blend." Alistair possesses remarkable tea-making abilities that are widely recognized and admired by a great number of individuals.

He made his way to the kitchen, eager to prepare the most delectable tea imaginable. However, the sudden ringing of the doorbell echoed throughout the house, prompting Alistair to rush towards the door with the intention of answering it. Unfortunately, Cordelia reached the door before him. She harboured a glimmer of hope that it might be Raphael, but her expectations were not met.

"Hello." Cordelia opened the door wider to allow the individual to enter her modest residence. Alistair was displeased by the individual's arrival.

"Mr. Gallagher, it's a pleasure to see you again. It has been quite some time since our last encounter." Alistair let out a polite chuckle, choosing to ignore the man's remark and return to the kitchen to prepare tea for Cordelia. However, his plans were interrupted when his cousin called out to him from the sitting room.

"ALISTAIR, COULD YOU KINDLY PREPARE YOUR SIGNATURE BLEND FOR PIERRE AS WELL. HE WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT!" Alistair let out a heavy sigh, but he politely agreed to make tea for Pierre as well, even though he was not particularly enthusiastic about the idea.

He was in the kitchen for five minutes, respectfully preparing the tea when he heard footsteps approaching him from behind, Alistair recognised the footsteps as belonging to Pierre.

"I am curious to understand the unique characteristics that contribute to the exceptional quality of your tea." Pierre wore a slight smile as he positioned himself on one of the several stools situated in front of the kitchen island in Cordelia's kitchen.

Alistair disregarded him as he proceeded to prepare the tea. He was tempted to add a sleeping pill to Pierre's cup, but he refrained from doing so as it was not in his nature to engage in such actions.

"May I ask why you are not in Finland with Mrs. Guerriero?" Pierre looked at Alistair, folded his arms, and rested his head on them.

"I humbly offered my help, but she graciously declined and suggested that I stay in Sheffield." A few more minutes have passed, and Alistair had completed preparing the tea for his cousin and the individual who evokes strong negative emotions within him.

Pierre, like Raphael, has many secrets that only Alistair is aware of, and it frustrates him that these two men are involving Cordelia and Meredith in their schemes, manipulating them as if they were mere puppets.

Although the truth will eventually be revealed, it is uncertain whether this revelation will simplify or complicate matters for all involved.