Chapter 37 Monica turned away without a second thought , not wanting to stick around any longer . Alexander was still fuming when he saw Monica heading for the door . Just as she was about to open it , the door swung open from the outside and smacked into her . He quickly reached out , pulling her into his arms , concern flickering in his eyes as he looked at her face . " You okay ? " Monica nodded . Alexander then glanced at the door , ready to chew out Joseph , but then he saw Stella . His mood soured even more . " What are you doing here ? " Stella noticed their close stance , gritting her teeth in jealousy , but she forced a smile . " I was here with friend for dinner and saw Joseph outside . Thought it was you , so I came over to say hi . " " Ever heard of knocking ? Alexander's harsh tone sent a chill down Stella's spine . But with Monica there , she couldn't back down and had to keep up the act . So , she walked over to Alexander , smiling , " Sorry , Alexander . Are you guys done ? I just finished up too ; let's leave together . " Her words made it seem like they were super tight . A flash of annoyance crossed Alexander's eyes . But before he could say anything , Monica smiled . She knew Stella was marking her territory , but she didn't care . She slipped out of Alexander's arms and smiled . " Thanks for the help , Mr. Smith . I won't bother you anymore , goodbye . " Alexander was irritated by her indifferent attitude , said nothing , and just snorted . Stella hurried to Monica's side , pretending to be all sweet and caring . ' Monica , I'm sorry , did I hit you just now ? " Monica didn't want to talk to her , but Stella's fake concern made her stomach churn . She could only look at her with a half - smile . " Ms. Brown , I've told you before , I don't want anything to do with you . Can you stop being so fake ? It's really disgusting . " If Stella said one more word , Monica feared she might actually throw up . Stella called out , all hurt , " Monica , I really see you as my sister , why do you hate me so much ? " 1/4 3:43 pm PPP Chapter 37 As she spoke , she reached out to grab Monica's hand . Monica immediately pulled her hand back , and Stella fell backward . Neither Monica nor Alexander moved to help , just watching her hit the ground . Stella was stunned . She had clearly fallen towards Alexander , yet he didn't catch her . They just stood there , looking at her in her sorry state . Monica sneered , " The same old trick from nine years ago , and you haven't changed a bit . " Stella looked hurt . " Monica , what are you talking about ? " " I told you , stop acting . " Monica's voice was suddenly sharp . Not only was Stella startled , but even Alexander didn't expect such a strong reaction from her , and he couldn't help but look at her . But Monica just stared at Stella , her words cold . " Stella , do you think I'm still as naive as I was nine years ago ? " " Monica ... " Stella instinctively wanted to call her affectionately , but seeing Monica's hateful gaze , she held . back and said , all hurt , " Monica , why do you always misunderstand me ? I don't even know what you're talking about . " " You don't know ? Monica laughed coldly . Stella , I really wonder how many times you practiced that fall to make it look like I pushed you down the stairs . Little did they know that when I reached out , it wasn't to hurt you ; it was to save you . " Alexander was stunned by her words , staring at Monica as memories from nine years ago flooded back . Back then , when everyone heard the commotion and rushed over , they saw Stella tumbling down the stairs , and Monica's hand was outstretched in mid - air . Everyone , including him , thought Monica had pushed Stella . Could it be that Monica had actually tried to save Stella ? He couldn't help but waver , wondering if they had all misunderstood Monica . Seeing the shock on Alexander's face , Stella knew he was starting to doubt . She bit her lip hard , not expecting her appearance today to backfire and give Monica the upper hand . She cried out , " My leg hurts , Alexander . " 2/4 3:43 pm ; p P P.Ter Chapter 37 She reached out to him , looking pitiful . But Monica had had enough and turned to leave . Alexander frowned , instinctively wanting to chase after her , but Stella grabbed his pant leg , looking pained . " Alexander , help me up , please . " Alexander didn't move , looking down at her coldly . Stella tried to explain , " Alexander , believe me , I didn't harm Monica . I just wanted to apologize to her . I don't know why she is so hostile towards me , I ..." " Enough ! " Alexander's voice was stem . He glanced in the direction Monica had left , but she was already gone . He turned back to Stella . " Stella , I have nothing to do with you . If you interfere in my affairs again , the Smith Group and the Brown Group's cooperation will end . Do you understand ? " " Alexander ... " She cried , looking at him pitifully . Before she could say anything , he shook off her hand , picked up his coat from the chair, and walked out . But Alexander didn't want to look at her anymore . Stella lay on the ground , finally crying out in grievance . She didn't know what she had done wrong for Alexander to hate her so much , not even showing her any respect . Joseph looked at her sorry state , shaking his head and sighing , thinking she brought it on herself . She had grown up with Alexander , she should know Alexander hated people who didn't know their place the most , let alone someone who dared to meddle in his private affairs . Even Monica , as Alexander's wife , had never done such a thing . If Stella continued like this , the Brown Group might end up being buried with her . But Joseph didn't plan to tell her this . Alexander came out of the private room , chasing in the direction Monica had left . He didn't know why he was in such a hurry until he spotted her by the elevator , at which point his heart calmed . He grabbed her arm and led her away without a word . " What are you doing ? " Monica was startled by him . 3/4 3:43 pm Chapter 37 Alexander didn't answer her question , pulling her into his private elevator . Monica was speechless , but he had already closed the elevator door , so she couldn't leave . She said patiently . " Mr. Smith , you are the boss here and have privileges , but I don't . Please don't do things that cause misunderstandings . " Chapter Comments 01 Write Comments SHARE 4/4