After the Secret Wedding Rise of My Queen

Chapter 114 Caught in the Act by Xander

Max inhaled sharply, the sound of his breath loud in the tense air.

Although he wasn't facing Xander, the oppressive coldness in the room made it clear just how angry Xander must be

Isabel's eyes flicked from Seff to Xander, who stood rigid in the doorway, and her heart fell.

Seeing him there made her feel as though she had been caught in the act.

She quickly shook her head, trying to push away the overwhelming thoughts. That phrase didn't even come close to describing the situation.

Xander's expression was dark, almost as if he were about to explode with rage.

"ISABEL" His voice was dangerously low, the words practically grinding out from between his teeth.

Isabel scrambled to her feet, her voice hurried as she tried to explain, "It's not what you think, I promise. We're just friends."

"Boss, who is this guy? Do you know him? Self asked, his brow furrowing with suspicion as he stood and eyed Xander.

The hostility was palpable, and Self couldn't help but notice Xander's intimidating presence.

Also, the way Isabel had panicked just now, jumping to explain herself-something about their dynamic didn't sit right. They had to be more than just acquaintances.

Isabel pressed her fingers to her temple, her headache growing

"H-he's "Isabel stammered, but Xander cut her off,

I'm your what?"

Xander advanced toward her, his every movement radiating hostility. His icy stare felt like it could freeze anything in its path. His expression was like a carved stone, unmoving as his eyes fixed on Isabel. Under that gaze, Isabel could barely breathe.

"Hey! What are you staring at my Boss for? Back off! Seff growled, his patience thinning, his hand reaching out to grab Isabel's wrist,

But before Seff could even get close, Xander moved faster. He grabbed Isabel's wrist and yanked her to him, pulling her firmly into his chest.

Self's eyes widened in anger, practically burning with fury. "Let go of her!

As soon as Seff shouted, he lunged forward, aiming to break them apart.

"Enough, Seff Let me explain!" Isabel's voice cut through the tension, halting Seff in his tracks.

He froze, his outstretched hand still hanging in the air, a confused and hurt look on his face.

"Boss, what's going on? Who is he? What's going on between you two?" Seff's voice trembled, full of confusion.

Isabel sighed heavily, rubbing her forehead. I'm.. I'm married to him."

the ground had been pulled out from under him. His eyes, already

How is this possible?" Seff grabbed her arm, shaking his head in disbelief. "Boss, this is a joke, right? You're married? Why didn't anyone

hand on

lips together and gave a cold

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when he heard Xander refer to

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the one who should let go!" Seff pushed at Xander,

out, desperate, but neither man seemed

a panic, Isabel

men froze, pulling back their fists

you doing? This

how close

fighting" Isabel turned to Self, her voice firm. "Co

with tears, his voice cracking. "Boss, you want me

changed. You used to love me more than any of the others!" Seff's voice was

it was

had always been the most protective of Self-perhaps it was just that motherly instinct kicking

casting

you've really changed! There's no point in me living anymore!" Seff's voice echoed

heart twisted with guilt. She stepped forward to follow him, but just as she moved, Xander's hand shot out,

back with me," Xander's voice was

"No."

in

upset, and I'm worried he might do something reckless. I have to

saw Self as

impulsive, and she feared what might happen if he were left to his own devices. He might

going anywhere!" Xander's voice was final,

see he-was close to losing his temper completely, but Seff's distressed

I'm sorry."

catch up with Seff before anything else went wrong.

He rubbed his arms, a sense of dread creeping over him. Max glanced from

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in the Act

to leave Xander to chase after

for years, but he'd never seen him

misunderstanding here. Isabel already explained

me again!" Xander's voice was sharp, each word like a freezing gust of wind.