New York's most prestigious French restaurant was founded solely by the Alexander family.
I had once mentioned the discomfort of walking in high heels during an inspection.
Alexander then adjusted the entrance so cars could drive directly inside.
I laughed at his extravagance then, but today, this entrance truly served its purpose.
"Darling, are you alright?" Alexander anxiously rushed out of his sports car, scooping me into his arms.
Seeing the blood stains on my body, his deep blue eyes transformed into vertical pupils with rage.
"Emily, don't be afraid. I won't let him get away with this!"
Alexander and I have known each other since childhood.
When he was eight, his father's illegitimate son locked him in a cold basement. I heard his cries for help and broke the lock with a fire axe.
I rescued him.
At that time, he was eight, and I was twelve.
I treated him like a little brother, always playing with him, but never had thoughts beyond friendship.