Shadows Within The Past

Chapter 70: Rumour

Robert's eyes sparkled with curiosity. "Amelia, how are you? I didn't know you had influential connections."

Amelia's brow furrowed. "Sir, 'influential connection'?"

Robert's smile hinted at amusement. "Yes, I'm talking about Alexander."

Amelia's expression turned innocent. "Oh, him? He's not that influential, sir."

Robert's chuckle filled the room. "Modest, as always. I heard rumors, Amelia. About Alexander's... empire."

Amelia's eyes darted around, ensuring they were alone. "Rumors, sir. Nothing confirmed."

Robert's gaze pierced hers. "Be careful, Amelia. Powerful men have secrets."

Amelia's voice barely above a whisper. "I can handle myself, sir."

Robert's nod was thoughtful. "I hope so. You're one of our best."

Amelia's call connected, Alexander's deep voice answering.

"Hey, what's up?" Alexander asked.

"What influence did you have on Robert?" Amelia inquired.

Alexander's chuckle rumbled. "I... nothing that much."

Amelia's laughter echoed. "Did he say something?"

Alexander's tone turned serious. "Just rumors, Amelia. Ignore it."

Meanwhile, at the office...

"Did you hear Amelia's dating some big shot?" a coworker whispered.

"I know, right? Robert's been keeping an eye on her," another colleague replied.

The gossip spread like wildfire.

"I heard he's some powerful businessman," a coworker whispered.

"No way, he's more than that," another colleague chimed in.

Suddenly, Robert's voice cut through the chatter.

"Enough."

The room fell silent.

Robert's serious tone commanded attention.

"We don't know the truth, and it's not our business."

But the damage was done.

In hushed tones, they continued speculating.

"Is it true? Is Amelia dating... him?"

"The Devil himself?"

Eyes widened, fear and awe mixing.

One brave soul dared ask Robert, "Is it true, sir? Is Amelia involved with Alexander?"

Robert's expression turned grim.

" Keep it down and I won't confirm or deny. But remember, respect Amelia's privacy."

The room fell silent, but minds raced.

Amelia remained oblivious, lost in her work.

Unbeknownst to her, her connection to Alexander had become office legend.

Shadows lurked, whispers intensified.

Alexander's presence loomed, shrouded in mystery.

As Alexander strode into the bank, his commanding presence electrified the air. Amelia's colleagues exchanged awestruck glances, whispers spreading like wildfire.

"Who is that?" a coworker breathed.

Robert's warning glance silenced them, but curiosity lingered.

Alexander's eyes locked onto Amelia, his smile hinting at secrets. She felt a shiver run down her spine.

"Ready?" he asked, his deep voice sending tremors.

Amelia's hands shook slightly as she gathered her belongings. Alexander's arm wrapped around her waist, pulling her close.

" Ignore them," he whispered, his warm breath sending shivers.

His possessive gesture sparked curiosity, fueling whispers.

"Is that... him?" someone whispered.

"The Devil himself?"