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One of Nathan’s friends patted him on the shoulder and teased, “Nathan, you’d better bring Isabella back soon. If one day she returns pregnant and asks for a divorce, you’ll have no choice but to cry.”

“Also, if the famous Nattan gets dumped by Isabella, it’d be a real blow to your reputation.”

Grinding his teeth, Nathan muttered, “She wouldn’t dare…”

Ultimately, perhaps pressured by the impending company gala, Nathan chose to compromise.

“Noah, book me a flight to the U.S. And buy some gifts for my wife,” he instructed.

His assistant’s expression was hard to read. “Yes, sir.”

The next day.

Nathan boarded a flight to the U.S., carrying a ragdoll cat as a gift his assistant had purchased.

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He had finally decided to personally bring Isabella back home.

He thought to himself, *This trip will make up for the months l‘ ve ignored her. When I arrive, I’ll coax her a little, and she’ll happily follow me back.*

Nathan went to the Smiths‘ house. Six months ago, he had. tasked his assistant with finding a reliable family to help care for his unfamiliar, timid young wife.

But when Nathan eagerly knocked on the Smiths‘ door and explained his purpose, their confused expressions immediately doused his excitement.

“Isabella!” Nathan called into the house.

He thought she’d rush out joyfully to greet him as soon as she heard his voice.

However, contrary to his expectations, Mr. and Mrs. Smith met him with a firm response.

“Mr. Hill, please lower your voice. You’ll disturb the neighbors.”

“Mr. Smith, I’m Isabella’s husband. I’m here to take her home. Please let her know I’m here…”

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even colder splash of water to

Mr. Hill. Miss Isabella never came to us.”

Nathan was stunned.

She didn’t come

at this moment that he realized Isabella’s decision to sever ties with him six months ago wasn’t just a passing

whose string had snapped, Isabella had

Nathan bid the

Mr. Smith called after him, offering a well–meaning suggestion.

was never claimed and was eventually handled by the federal authorities. Maybe you should check with them?”

face turned even paler, and his voice softened. “Thank you. I’ll

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office, Nathan explained his

scolded him harshly. “You’re too late. What

the autopsy report, we can share

ever owned a

how you handle things?

as if

waited six months after her death to find out she was missing. Honestly, if she’s your wife, she probably wouldn’t want to be found by someone

had been

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*If your truly cared, you wouldn’t have

the office, his legs trembling,

No wonder his wife wouldn’t want anything to do with him.”

an overwhelming sense of guilt toward

her, deeply and completely.

“Isabella, I’m sorry…”

“Where are you?”

in Milan, Isabella’s life was filled

into the

into the 24th Global Fashion Festival’s Newcomer Competition. Prepare well–I believe you have

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chance of achieving something remarkable.”

it was a stepping stone. Winners could apprentice under

was

women.

Isabella had met Jasmine once

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