352: Unwanted Confrontation

After witnessing Alex's outburst, Emma was left speechless by his assertions. Alex's voice carried a mix of frustration and desperation as he confronted her at her own doorstep. "What is my relationship with him to you? Do I need to report my meetings to you? And why are you causing a scene at my doorstep? I had a business discussion scheduled with him. If you have personal issues with him, sort them out elsewhere. It's ridiculous to fight here," Emma retorted, her voice firm yet tinged with disbelief. Alex, his swollen and bruised face a canvas of emotions, shot back immediately. "Is it so wrong for me to seek a semblance of respect or acknowledgement from you? You engage with Bauer, you let him into your house, but you leave me out here, like an outsider. If I hadn't stayed today, would you have even remembered to contact me again?" Emma was taken aback by Alex's candidness. She had always known him to be composed, so this outburst was totally unexpected. "I think you’re