The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Chapter 866

Chapter 866

Brittany felt a pang of thirst after indulging in a late-night snack. In the wee hours, her stomach settled, but her throat parched. She tiptoed downstairs to the kitchen to get some milk.

On her way back to her bedroom, the soft glow from the study caught her eye.

“Must be Grace forgetting to turn it off again,” she mumbled to herself, veering towards the study.

The soft-soled slippers made her steps virtually silent on the polished wooden floor.

At the study’s door, Brittany paused, hearing a low voice murmuring from within.

“You tell me, why’d you have to go so soon? Left me all alone here, still worrying about the grandkids. Can’t join you just yet…

Brittany froze.

Grandma was still awake at this hour?

Realizing she shouldn’t eavesdrop, Brittany quickly retreated. Inside the study, Grace seemed caught in a monologue, speaking to someone who wasn’t there.

would come to this, I never would’ve invested in that research institute, let alone let Zac take those risks. Thankfully,

finding only cool sheets. His eyes fluttered open just in time to see her silhouette against the milky light, a glass of milk in

of concern creasing his forehead. He felt the chill on her as he pulled her into bed, wrapping the blanket snugly around them.

get some milk,”

up,” he urged gently. After finishing the milk and giving Isaac a reassuring

Exchanging greetings, she then sat down for a hearty breakfast with Isaac

scent tinged the air. Joie was sprawled on the floor, her face marred with fresh

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mix of fear and anger upon

Alone.” Brittany couldn’t help but feel a surge

good chat, and don’t hurt yourself,”

pleaded, “Bro Isaac, don’t go,

would she do if

without a backward glance.

door close with dread, too late to

to the wall in a futile attempt at safety.

dare lay a finger on me, I won’t let

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nowhere to retreat, Joie’s face went ashen.