Chapter 87: Knight in shining armor

Alex was on his way back to the party after his private conversation with Tyra when his father stopped him in the hallway.

"Alex, I was looking for you. Can I have a word with you?" His father asked Alex to follow him to his study.

"What is this all about, Father? I need to get back to my party." Alex was not particularly fond of their talks, especially when it was just the two of them. It always ended up in a disaster. It was different if his mother was here to mediate between them. 

"This will not take long. Please take a seat." Fred instructed as he also sat on his chair.

He meant to talk to his son alone ever since he arrived, but there was just no time earlier. Now, it was the only time they could spare before they formally began the celebration. He wanted to talk before announcing the engagement of his son with his chosen fiancé.