The Announcement

"I understand your concern, Kate," Caleb said, his tone serious. "But I trust Alexander. He really likes you, and he knows how to handle himself."

Despite Caleb's attempts to reassure her, Kate remained deeply skeptical of the nature of Ava and Alexander's relationship.

Ava's hand remained intertwined with Alexander's as she led him toward a group of distinguished foreign company owners and CEOs. As they approached the first table, Ava turned to Alexander and whispered, "These are some very important people, Alexander. Just be yourself and let your charm do the talking."

With a reassuring smile, Alexander nodded and followed Ava's lead as she introduced him to the group. "Good evening, gentlemen. I'd like to introduce you to the one and only Alexander Sterling, the brilliant mind behind the Sterling E-Drive car."

The foreign company owners and CEOs looked up in surprise and admiration. One of them exclaimed, "Alexander Sterling! We've been trying to meet you in person for ages. Your w