Let a line $L: 2x + y = k, k > 0$ be a tangent to the hyperbola $x^2 - y^2 = 3$. If $L$ is also a tangent to the parabola $y^2 = \alpha x$,then $\alpha$ is equal to:

  • A
    $24$
  • B
    $-12$
  • C
    $-24$
  • D
    $12$

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