No Remarriage for us Stay Away by Livia Storm

Chapter 448 Already Taken

Yet, Isla found herself recalling the scene she had witnessed in the dining hall again.

He skillfully took the woman's hand, without any unnecessary movements, yet there was an innate affection radiating between them.

His relationship with Fay was quite apparent.

As the daughter of the Wilson family, Isla had everything she could ever ask for. Countless admirers sought her affection, yet none of them managed to catch her eye. Now, there finally was a man who caught her eye, but he was already taken and showed no romantic interest in her.

Isla let out a disheartened sigh, feeling as though a heavy stone was lodged in her heart, causing a painful, sour swelling.

She discovered online that Zachary was a Jacasterian, and the headquarters of Fuller Group was also located in Jacaster. Uncle Matthew is also a Jacasterian.

A tinge of regret filled Isla.

Why didn't I agree to accompany Mom on her previous brief stays in Jacaster? If I had gone along, would I perhaps have had the chance to meet Zachary earlier?

Isla, in a bad mood, invited Alice out for a drink.

When Alice arrived, Isla had already started drinking, with nearly half of the bottle on the table already empty.

She wore a slight frown, her face etched with an expression of distress.

Alice cautiously asked, "What's wrong? Who offended our dear Ms. Wilson?"

"No one offended me. I'm just not in a good mood."

As Isla spoke, her face was devoid of any emotion. She tipped her head back and drained the contents of her wine glass in one gulp.

Alice speculated, "Are you feeling down? Could it be because of the man we ran into at the dining hall today?"

Isla's eyebrows furrowed, and she silently poured herself a glass of wine.

that man, my first reaction was relief. At least she couldn't be with your brother anymore. But then I started worrying that your brother wouldn't accept anyone but her. I really don't understand what's so exceptional about Fay and why everyone seems to like

by her background, she doesn't seem to come from a particularly wealthy family. Yet, the friends she's made, like Bella and Axel, all have a more prestigious background

like her are resourceful, shrewd, and worldly-wise. She only makes friends who'd benefit her. Don't be fooled by her holding hands with that guy. She might just

must've been like

she voiced out something else. "But he didn't mind it

shame. I actually thought you two were

but she quickly dismissed it,

and genuinely sincere. Any man who spends some time with you would

pursed her lips, her cheeks flushing a soft pink. She looked up

you realize how many

in her

to be honest, a distant cousin of mine once fell prey to a gold-digger who deceived him for his wealth and affection. Fortunately, our family discovered her true nature in time, preventing her from achieving

concern. Fay is only with him for his money. You're doing this to help him, so he'll surely appreciate it. Who knows, he might even fall for you!" "Really? He wouldn't dislike me, would

Fay's true colors? You need to

She bit

console, might really just give up. You really are my good friend! Once I reveal

to fall

then!"

he has been toward me! "Don't say it like that. I don't want anything from you. You're my friend and all I wish is for you to get what you desire, a lifetime of

Isla

would always

point out Isla's

was no way Isla would have agreed so

man's identity was that he managed

moment, Alice caught sight

on the shoulder.

from outside. He looked around and chose

eyes lit up, her

must be fated," Alice suggested.

had said to her at the dining hall that morning. That caused a slight change in her