The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Chapter 724

Leda’s face turned ashen, “What’s the old woman’s stubbornness about? The Salter family is under our control now. Why won’t she accept me?”

Marcel’s expression was equally grim, “You shouldn’t have provoked Isaac.”

“I was only trying to protect Nova. It was that brat who laid his hands on Nova.” Leda tried to shift the blame, trying to preserve her image as a loving grandmother.

But Marcel was no fool, “Mom, if you still want to be part of the Salter family, you better not pull these stunts again.”

With a frustrated silence, Leda conceded, “Fine.”

Marcel gestured, and his assistant wheeled him out.

As they exited the Salter Villa, they were greeted by Joie, who had been waiting outside.

Joie had clearly put a lot of effort into her appearance. She was quite attractive and had been well-maintained over the years, looking every bit the part of a high-society debutante.

“Marcel,” she greeted with a demure smile.

Marcel didn’t recognize Joie and raised an eyebrow, “Who might you be?”

was well-known in their social circle. How could

have

Joie, the step-granddaughter of Grace,”

don’t recall us being close,

lips, “I’m sorry, Marcel. I just

through Joie’s ambitions. Despite her innocent act, her greed was apparent.

he preferred women like Zella, who were devoted

and

He missed Zella.

frustration. She

had just put Nova to bed.

him return, she greeted him with a light smile

opened his arms naturally,

helping him undo his tie, “What’s wrong?”

pulled her into an embrace, inhaling her comforting

she detected a hint of female fragrance on him.

slightly, and her grip on his neck tightened

“Joie tried to make her acquaintance. She’s up to

caressing it, “Her scent is nauseating. I prefer yours.”

found comfort and solace in Zella’s presence. It was something other ambitious women