Unity in Opposition

Alexander glanced at Astra as they rode back. During their last date, he realized he didn't know as much about Astra as he had thought. This dinner made it clear that they were practically strangers.

Even though Astra had always been a part of his life, this dinner revealed a stark truth: he didn't really know her.

He had never realized the extent of Astra's struggle with her new family until she refused to give up the office, and the entire mood shifted.

As soon as Silas ensured Astra wouldn't hold it against him if he were to side with the board of directors, they all started to ignore her.

The atmosphere became lively, with Silas, Sophia, Violet, and the twins enjoying themselves and sharing laughter.

It was as if their unity against Astra had somehow brought them closer together. Alexander had known that Silas wasn't talking to Sophia after he learned what she had said to Astra, thanks to Violet's revelation.