Chapter 0188 Chapter 0188 Welcome , she greeted us in a cheerful tone .
How can I help you today ? We dont have an appointment , Elizabeth began smoothly , but we were hoping to speak to someone about a custom order .
The woman opened a large , leather bound notebook and began flipping through the pages .
I believe we have some availability today , she said .
Was there a specific tailor you were hoping to see ? We employ several .
Oh , I said , faltering slightly .
I dont actually know their name .
Thats quite all right , she reassured me with a kind smile .
Thats actually common here .
Many clients come in knowing which celebrities weve worked with but not the name of the tailor themselves .
You know what I mean .
Yes , thats kind of the situation , I admitted , my nerves showing .
Im looking for the person who makes clothes for Alexander Black .
Her cheerful demeanor faltered for a fraction of a second .
Ah , she said cautiously .
Im not sure I can help you there .
Hes very selective about his clientele and books up weeks sometimes months in advance .
For a walk in client … This is Alexander Blacks fiancée , Ella Rowan , Elizabeth interjected , her voice firm .
The woman froze , her face paling slightly .
Her eyes flicked to me , and I saw the exact moment recognition dawned .
Oh ! I I am so sorry , she stammered , her fingers flying through the notebook pages more frantically now .
Please forgive me , Miss Rowan .
I didnt recognize you at all .
I believe hes in today , but Im not sure if hes back from lunch yet .
Let me check for you right away .
Id really appreciate that , I said , offering her a reassuring smile .
Her nervous energy seemed to settle slightly as she returned my smile and disappeared into the back , leaving us alone in the quiet , elegant space .
Alexander POV Sir , August said as he stepped into my office .
I had just ended my call with Ella and hastily wiped the smile from my face , hoping to avoid one of his comments .
Lately , hed made a habit of pointing out my lighter moods .
Yes ? I asked , meeting his gaze expectantly .
Mr.
Slater has arrived .
Shall I bring him up to the office ? No , that wont be necessary , I replied .
Let him know Ill meet him in the lobby shortly .
Were going out for drinks to discuss the details of our arrangement .
August hesitated , his frown deepening .
Are you certain you want to get involved with him ? There are plenty of other locations we could consider for the wedding .
David Lake attempted to humiliate me , I said , my tone sharp with purpose .
Undoing the damage hes caused isnt enough of a response .
I need to ensure hes the one left humiliated .
Though his concern was evident , August didnt argue further .
He was well aware of the risks tied to this arrangement .
Slater and I hadnt worked together in years , and when we last parted ways , it wasnt under friendly terms .
Still , the property Slater owned and that I was confident could convince him to offer was unmatched .
The 1/2 +25 BONUS Chapter 0188 leverage it would provide was worth any discomfort .
This was the best option available , and I wasnt about to let personal grievances cloud my judgment .
Ill inform him , August said finally , his tone resigned as he left the office .
For a brief moment , I allowed my thoughts to drift back to Ellas voice on the phone .
That same flutter of determination returned , steeling my resolve .

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