Marcus had made it clear that anyone who spread the rumor would face the consequences.

But Alexis was uninterested in Hank's words. She hailed a taxi and got in without giving him a second glance.

Left alone, Hank clenched his fists, filled with frustration.

He was not ready to give up on Alexis, but her anger suggested there was no hope for him, at least for now. He had planned to use their business cooperation as a means to get closer to her and eventually foster a relationship.

Meanwhile, Alexis was preparing for a business trip the following day.