Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 331

A flicker of panic flashed in Isabel's eyes. She clenched her jaw and snapped at the receptionist, "What are you talking about? I have no idea what you mean!"

The receptionist froze, staring at Isabel in shock.

"But... didn't you just say "

Isabel cut her off in a fluster, "Enough! If you want to get yourself in trouble, fine. But don't drag me down with you."

With that, Isabel turned, ready to make a hasty escape.

Effie seized Isabel's wrist, her voice cold and sharp. "Not so fast. You haven't explained why you answered Lyman's call."

Isabel's gaze darted away. Why had she answered Lyman's phone? The answer was simple: she wanted to annoy Effie.

But of course, Isabel wouldn't admit that out loud.

put on an innocent look, glancing at Effie and then down at the hand gripping her arm. "You're hurting

red with anger, rushed forward. But before she could reach them, Luther stepped in and calmly lifted her

person. You'll regret this!" the receptionist

her, exasperated. This idiot—she'd regret her words soon enough, once she realized who was

start explaining. Now." Effie's eyes narrowed, a dangerous glint

believe his eyes. He'd always thought Effie was harmless,

she braced herself and

Was Isabel even listening

certainly led her on. Otherwise, why

"That's not true! You-"

never claimed anything of the sort. Don't you dare put

been played by

she lunged at Isabel and the two women devolved into a

head at the spectacle. He had no plans to intervene— instead, he led Effie away

opened the door, a fresh, clean scent-like expensive shower gel -greeted