Semua Bab Hooked by His Love: Bab 21 - Bab 30

Isobel was still reeling from the shock when another message came through."Ms. Somner, I have something that might interest you. Please bring cash when you come. I don't need much—just five thousand dollars. Of course, what I can offer will be worth every penny. Rest assured."Isobel sat in silence with her lips pursed for a good few moments before getting up. She changed and headed downstairs.Vincent lounged on the sofa, leisurely reading today's newspaper. Sitting next to him was Anna, diligently massaging his shoulders. She murmured, "Vincent, why not buy Bell a nice car too? We can't have her feeling left out. Favoring one child over the other is never good. It's no wonder she's upset."Anna always spoke softly in front of Vincent.Her words seemed to be in Isobel's favor, but they ended up furrowing Vincent's brows. "I think you should stay out of this. Just look at what Isobel has become—and it's all because you spoil her. Her sister grew up enduring hardships out there wi

The so-called "same place" referred to where Isobel first went to see Theodore. It was a hotel owned by the Stone family.Theodore wasn't in the room when she arrived. It seemed he had given prior instructions, though, as the receptionist directly led her upstairs and let her in.The last time she was there, she had come and gone in such a hurry. She hadn't noticed that the room came fully stocked with daily necessities. Clearly, Theodore frequently stayed here.She walked over to the wine cellar and casually picked out a bottle, helping herself to a drink.As the alcohol slid down her throat, she exhaled deeply.Yet, in the next moment, the image of her mother on her deathbed flashed through her mind.At that time, she had just entered her senior year of high school. Losing her mother at such a critical juncture in her life had been an unimaginable blow.What made it worse was turning around to see Anna, the caregiver, brazenly barging into their family. That delivered a double

Isobel scoffed at him. "Cut the crap. Don't mention him in front of me."She picked up her coffee and took a sip before saying, "I need it for something else. Just send me the contact info."She didn't reveal her true purpose. After all, they were in the same social circle, and Remy had a big mouth. She didn't want to stir up unnecessary trouble before getting to the bottom of things."Remy simply nodded. "Alright then."He ran a hand over his neatly trimmed buzz cut. Just then, he suddenly thought of something and spoke again, "I heard you haven't visited Ethan once since he was hospitalized. Are you really done with him?"Isobel shot him a look. "Didn't I tell you not to mention him?"Remy sighed. "I just think it's ironic. You used to chase after Ethan, and now he's the one being a doormat. His Instagram posts lately are so cringey I can barely stand to read them."Not a second later, he added, "Oh, and on Facebook too."The day after she slept with Theodore, Isobel blocked

When it came to matters like this, Theodore had always been a man of few words but ruthless action.In no time, Isobel had completely surrendered, unable to resist. Eventually, she just gave up entirely.The next moment, Theodore seized her chin, his cold gaze piercing through her. "Focus, or get out."Isobel internally lamented her misfortune, cursing herself for digging her own grave. She had no choice but to pull herself together and deal with him.Afterward, Theodore got up from the bed.He looked at her, clad in nothing but a bath towel around his waist. The dim lighting made it difficult for her to read the emotions in his eyes.She didn't need to, anyway. Silently, she counted the days in her head—just over 20 left.She could endure this.As he turned to head to the bathroom, Isobel sat up and grabbed his hand. Her large, beautiful eyes blinked at him innocently. "Mr. Stone, about the partnership..."Theodore pulled back, his voice indifferent. "I'll inform the business

Isobel pursed her lips. Her words carried a sense of lightness, "Oh? You mean, what you heard while hiding under their bed was 'nothing going on'?"Vincent was speechless.Isobel had always been sharp-tongued, but she had never spoken so harshly before. This time, her retort thoroughly infuriated him.Before he could react, she turned and strode upstairs, slamming the door shut behind her.Vincent stood stunned for a moment. When he returned to his senses, he clutched his chest, his face dark with anger. "Such a rebellious daughter! This is absolutely outrageous!Heather immediately stepped forward to support him. Tears welled up in her eyes. "Dad, I'm sorry. I won't visit Ethan again, lest Bell misunderstands. But I promise I didn't do anything," she sobbed pitifully.Vincent's heart softened instantly. He sighed, "I know you're a good child. Don't take Isobel's words to heart. I'll stand up for you next time."Downstairs, it was a scene of a loving father and a well-behaved da