Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 107

The mood in the private room instantly brightened.

Everyone exchanged knowing smiles, a teasing glint in their eyes.

Lyman had always been known for his composure, rarely betraying emotion in public.

"Looks like Mr. Etheridge is under strict orders from the wife tonight!" one

business partner joked, grinning broadly. "Never thought we'd see the day, eh, Mr. Etheridge?"

Lyman took it in stride, raising his teacup and taking a measured sip. His voice was calm, but there was a hint of amusement beneath it. "Honestly, it's not so bad, having someone at home to keep me in check."

Another partner lifted his glass, laughter in his voice. "So it was Mrs. Etheridge on the phone, was it? Well, let's toast to Mr. Etheridge-wishing you a happy family and an even more successful career!"

Lyman tipped his glass in acknowledgment, his tone reserved but clearly pleased. "Thank you."

After a few more rounds of drinks, the business at hand was nearly settled. Lyman took his leave soon after.

He was just about to head back to the office when his phone rang-it was Isabel.

Her voice was shaky, almost frantic. "Lyman, I... I think someone's following me. I... I'm really scared..."

Lyman's expression grew serious.

her, but remembered he'd already assigned Luther to another

his driver take him

live far from the restaurant where he'd been entertaining clients. When Lyman arrived, he spotted Carole standing anxiously

jumped a little when she saw

nodded coolly.

someone dared to

feels like someone's watching her. But whenever she looks around, there's no one there. I was out negotiating a deal today, so I wasn't with her.

a

to the

swung open

react, Isabel threw her arms

trembling, her fear palpable. The moment she heard Lyman's

her, and

rimmed with unshed tears. She

crisp, clean scent unique to

this moment

wore a silk nightgown, her hair loose and damp from a recent shower, her face free of

faint, comforting scent of her soap lingered

a slight frown creasing his brow, clearly caught