Chapter 8
As he spoke, Dominic’s eyes were filled with sincerity
Isabella knew he me every word.
But for her now, whether he was sincere or not no longer mattered
The damage was done. Pain might fade with time, but scars would remain forever.
She lowered her eyes, murmuring softly ||
“It’s too late. We can’t go back.” ||
Dominic didn’t catch her words. He simply poured her another glass of water.
“Isabella, the doctor says your injuries are serious. You need complete rest. Ter contacted specialists in Europe and arranged for you to recover there.”
Isabella looked up at him calmly. “Europe? When?“]
Tre booked a flight for AM Uree days from now.
Three days from nowasn’t that his wedding day with Chloe
So this was about getting rid of her?]
Isabella was about to speak when his phone rang
sering “Chloe” on the screen, he hurriedly give her a few parting words before rushing out of the room
“Anyway, it’s all set. I’ve arranged everything in Europe. You’ll be taken care of Once Eve handed business here, I’ll come get you.”
Watching his retreating figure. Isabella swallowed the words
Don’t bother. That day, Tll be getting married too.
It didn’t matter anyway. Everything was about to end.
Whether she said it or not made no difference now!
During her days of recovery in the hospital, Dominic would visit orasionally. But never stay longer than ten minutes.
Isabella didn’t ask where he went, because Chlor would taunt her with texts, sharing their whereabouts.
They were selecting wedding dresses and preparing invitations.
Staring at those images that the joy and happiness in Dominic’s expression, Isabella felt nothing.||
She processed her own discharge paper, then went to a mall and chose a simple wedding dress for herself
Carrying the bag home, she was about to open the front door when she beard noisy conversation inside.
“Dominic, crashing her wedding is one thing, but you’re actually marrying Chloe? Seven years ago, she publicly broke your engagement and humilisted you. Now you’re sending out invites and planning a big fucking wedding? Isabella’s bound to find out! What then?||
Dominic took a sip of his drink, his expression impassive.
To sending Isabella to Europe tomorrone morning. As long as the guests keep their mouths shut, she’ll never know.”
“You can hide it for now,” the man argued. “But not forever Isabella will come back eventually. You’ve always loved Chloe anyway–she’s the one you really Want to marry. Stop holding Isabella höstaje just give labella a fat check and let her go.”
Duminic’s voice hardened. “No. That’s not happening.”
“Why the hell non?““]
Isabella stood by me when I had nothing. I can’t just fucking loss her aside like that. And besides, she loves me so much she’d never marry anyone else. No matter how much money I give her, she wouldn’t leave me |
Having heard every word of their conversation, isabella adjusted the weight of the wedding dress box in her hands |
would she only ever marry him?]
Perhaps before, that was true]
But now, she no longer wanted to be his bride
So she pushed the door open, starting everyone in the living mom [
Dominic’s eyes widened. He hadn’t expected her back so soon
“Isabella, you’re home? Why did you call me to pick you up?–|||
“You were busy.” she replied fadly didn’t want to bother you.”
seeing her calm demeanor, everyone assumed she hadn’t overheard their conversation. They visibly relaxed and forced out awkward Laughs to cover the tension.
Isabella had no interest in their company. After a few perfunctory exchanges, she headed upstairs
Moments later, Dominic ushered everyone out and followed her to the bedroom.
“What did you buy?” he noticed the box and asked
Just a white dress. I liked it, so I got
Dominic stepped doser, reaching for the box where the wedding dress was neatly folded
“You liked it that much? Let me see how pretty it is.”
Isabella swiftly pressed her hand over his. “I just organized everything. If you mess it up. I have to start over. Just leave it.“]
only then did Dominic notice she was packing her suitcase. He nodded.
Til help you pack. I’m taking you to the airport tomorrow. ||
Watching him fold clothes and arrange toiletries, Isabella turned away
y and said nothing
Neither of them slept mich that night, by four in the morning, they were both awake.
Perhaps feeling guilty. Dominic got up and cooked breakfast
Knowing the day ahead would be exhausting, Isabella didn’t refuse
They ais in complete silence. Afterward, Dominic picked up her suitcase and ready to drive her to the airport.]
Halfway there, as down was breaking, Chloe called
“Hey, Dom, it’s almost six! Are you up? The wedding party is coming to pick me up at six. My parents are waiting, Why aren’t you here yet?”
Dominic checked the time, then looked at Isabella!
Isabella, could you take a Uber to the aliport? 1-“]
Before he could finish, Isabella had already opened the car door and stepped out.
“Go. You’re busy”
“okay. Stay safe, and call me when you reach Europe, okay? Once I done with everything here, I come join you.”
Isabelin listened to his instructions without u word
After his car disappeared into the morning light, she pulled out her phone and called Lucas.
Tmready.
