Chapter 16 Russell stormed off , too furious to strike his son again . While Alexander recuperated , he began reasserting control over what little remained of the Rockwood estate . He had once been the family's golden boy - the one who'd brought Rockwood Holdings to its peak . To him , the current mess was just a bump in the road . He'd handled worse . Once he felt comfortable back in the business world , he turned his full attention to winning Allison back . Every day , he sent a fresh bouquet of roses to her doorstep . He even hired people to take turns playing love confession videos outside her home . In the video , Alexander appeared freshly groomed , smiling softly into the camera . " Allie , I was blind before . But I know now - it's always been you . Just give me one more chance , and I promise , I'll make you the happiest woman alive . " Allison was sick of it . She had the guards throw out the delivery crew every time , but it never stopped . The taces just kept changing . And then one day , Alexander showed up himself . ha massive bouquet of roses in his arms . He pulled up in the only Rolls - Royce the Rockwoods had left , stepped out with a " Allle , I came to take you home , " he said with a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes . " We'll drive out to the cliffs tonight , just like old times . Tomorrow , we'll hit the water , chase the sunrise . And after that … maybe disappear somewhere no one can find us . " " All those things I never did for you before - I'll make up for every last one of them " " I've already filed to reinstate my legal identity . Once that's cleared , the death certificate will be nullified . And that means our marriage is still valid . You'll always be my wife His tone was sweet , but there was an edge buried underneath - one that didn't go unnoticed . Allison frowned , unsure whether to believe him . Quinn had appeared at some point , stepping up behind her . He wrapped a casual arm around her waist , guiding her forward . " Assuming you can get your identity reinstated , " Quinn said , voice laced with mockery , " You really think the Rockwoods have a chance in hell of rising from the grave ? " " Quinn , this is between me and my wife , " Alexander snapped , " You're nothing but a vulture , taking shots while I was gone . But now that I'm back , I'm taking back everything - my company and my wife . " " Allie , don't be afraid . I'll bring you home where you belong . " Allison gave a soft laugh , gently patted Quinn's arm , then stepped toward Alexander on her own She reached out and picked up the roses from his hand . Alexander's eyes lit up with hope . He lanew it . Deep down , she still loved him , Smack She whipped the roses straight into his face . The thorns ripped his cheek , drawing a thin line of blood . He stood there stunned . bever even liked roses , " she said coldly . " That was your sweet Sarah's thing . " ' My love for you died a long time ago , Alexander . Every time you chose her over me , every time you inade me beg for scraps of affection -I bled that love dry . " Chapter 16 Col " Being with Quinn was my decision . And it was the best damn one I've ever made . " " You killed my father . And I will never forgive you for that . As for that whole ' our marriage will valid ' crap ? I'd love to see you try and make that happen . " Her voice was sharp , her expression like frost - pure rage wrapped in elegance . Alexander felt the words tear through him like glass . His chest burned like She wasn't the same girl he'd left behind . it had been split open . " I didn't mean to kill him … " he stammered , stepping back instinctively . " I - I was just trying to scare you . I didn't know it'd go that far . " Crack She slapped him hard across the face . " Stay away from me . The only thing left between us is hate . And I won't stop until we settle this for good . " Alexander stared at her in disbeltet , unable to comprehend the hatred in her eyes . " No. No , you still love me , " he insisted . " You always came back before . You were just angry . Tell me what I have to do . Just tell me and 1 make it right " I wouldn't forgive you if you died trying Allison turned without another glance , slipping her hand into Quinn's as they walked away together . Alexander stood frozen in place , eyes locked on her retreating figure , lips trembling " You're lying , " he muttered . " You must be lying to me .