Chapter 265

Isadora heard his voice, and for reasons she couldn't quite explain, a sharp ache rose in her chest.

She sniffed quietly, determined not to let him notice.

"I just saw the news. How's your company holding up?"

Victor leaned back in his seat, rubbing his brow. He'd been in meetings all day, but the moment he saw her call, he called her right back.

"It's fine," he replied calmly. "I just need to take a last-minute business trip to Europe."

The factory fire in Europe wasn't an accident-Farrar Fitzgerald had learned about his grandfather's illness and deliberately caused trouble. It was a tricky situation and would take some time to resolve.

Isadora hugged her knees, her voice small. "Is it serious?"

I'm sorry. I wish I could help, but there's nothing I can do.

that concern I hear? Come on,

She spoke each word slowly, sincerely. "I hope you're able to sort this out

eyes narrowed slightly, a flicker of emotion crossing his face. Isadora rarely called him

why'd you reach out today, all

not now. "No reason. Just wanted to know if you'd

"Clingy, aren't you?"

Victor's lips. "I'm flying back tonight. Wait

*

Victor that

Fitzgerald Manor.

had been a while since Isadora last

solemn, and ancient as ever. Just walking through the grand entrance

European sofa, sipping tea. Isadora was led in by the butler and

eyes sweeping over Isadora with an air of authority. Her voice was

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