Chapter 12 Unexpected Encounters
“Alright, go to bed first. If I can wake up tomorrow, I will.”
Lennon wanted to say more, but the door slammed shut with a loud bang.
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The door almost hit Lennon’s nose. He cursed under his breath at the door, only to notice the bodyguard next door watching
him.
Startled, Lennon didn’t dare cause a scene and hurried back to his room. The next morning, Isabelle was jolted awake by Lennon’s relentless knocking.
Lennon had initially planned to call her to wake her up, but to his surprise, her phone was turned off. Left with no other option, he had to stand at her door and knock repeatedly.
His knocking not only woke Isabelle but also disturbed Cody in the next room. Cody woke up lying flat on his stomach. Quickly sitting up, he noticed a damp patch on the bedsheet.
Recalling how Isabelle had knocked him unconscious the night before, his expression darkened.
He immediately called Toby.
“Boss, you’re awake?”
Toby had been stationed outside the door all night without resting. It was time for him to switch shifts with Tom as Cody was
- up.
“When did Isabelle leave last night?”
“Sorry, boss, I don’t know,” Toby admitted.
“I thought-”
“I got it,” Cody cut him off.
“Ask Tom to prepare a change of clothes.”
Cody ended the call and stepped into the bathroom. He turned on the shower before hanging up and began to undress. Meanwhile, Isabelle opened her door, her face full of irritation.
“Couldn’t you come a little later?” she complained, yawning, her hair tousled and her sleepy eyes half–open.
Even in her disheveled state, her beauty was undeniable.
Lennon didn’t mind her scolding. Instead, her words made him think of something.
If Isabelle Isn’t a child of the Powell family, could she be from the Frye family? But with Roy’s sharp features, could he really father someone as stunning as Isabelle?
Even if Libby had been beautiful in her youth, she couldn’t compare to Isabelle.
If Isabelle wasn’t from the Frye family, who were her real parents?
“What are you thinking about?”
Isabelle leaned against the bathroom doorframe, toothbrush in hand, watching Lennon deep in thought.
“I was wondering who your biological parents are,” Lennon blurted out.
Isabelle raised an eyebrow. “That’s it?”
“Don’t worry about who they are. You should be thinking about how I ended up with the Frye family if I’m not their daughter.”
Lennon’s thoughts spiraled further.
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“Get out. I need to change.”
Once again, Lennon was ushered out.
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After finishing her morning routine, Isabelle changed into a more casual outfit, jeans, a knit sweater, and a lightweight down jacket. It was the only down jacket in her suitcase. Yesterday, she had only worn a coat when leaving the hospital.
For a female celebrity, this outfit was both stylish and practical. However, the weather had turned chilly, and for someone recovering from a cold, it wasn’t enough.
It was worth mentioning that when Tiana and Isabelle had both fallen into the pool, everyone had rushed to save Tiana. Isabelle was nearly left behind, which almost led to her hospitalization.
As soon as Tiana was rescued, people fussed over her with ginger tea and cold medicine.
In contrast, when Isabelle was pulled out, she was barely catching her breath.
This stark difference highlighted the disparity between the real noble and the imposter.
The jacket was a light blue, slim–fit design, looking delicate yet practical.
Isabelle didn’t bother with makeup. She braided the sides of her hair and pinned it neatly, giving her a fresh and elegant look that exuded the aura of a wealthy young lady.
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“Do you want me to find someone to do your makeup?
When Isabelle emerged, Lennon immediately noticed her bare face. Still, her flawless skin gave her a radiant, youthful glow even without makeup.
“No need.” Last night, she had massaged herself and felt much better.
Even when she had a slight fever in the middle of the night, she used the same massage technique to recover.
As a former doctor, Isabelle disliked taking medicine.
“Fair enough. With skin that good, makeup might actually make you too stunning.”
“Now, you need to keep a low profile. No more standing out like before,” Lennon advised.
Isabelle, annoyed, waved him off and told him to leave. Just then, the door to the room next door opened.
Cody stepped out in a white shirt and black suit, looking impeccably sharp.
The moment Isabelle looked at him, Cody’s gaze also landed on her.
He wanted to ask about last night, but Isabelle walked past him, acting as if he didn’t exist. The unspoken question stayed stuck in Cody’s throat.
“Hurry up. Weren’t you the one saying we’re going to be late?”
Lennon noticed Cody and his group approaching but didn’t say anything. Isabelle had already pressed the elevator’s close button.
However, Toby quickly pressed the button outside, reopening the doors.
“Boss,” Toby said, letting Cody step inside first.
As Cody entered, he glanced at Isabelle. She smiled faintly, her expression innocent, as if she hadn’t just tried to shut the elevator doors on him.
Cody ignored her. When they exited the elevator, he finally said, “Don’t forget what you promised me.”
“Don’t worry. I’ll keep my word,” Isabelle replied confidently.
“I hope so, Cody sneered before walking away.
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After they left, Lennon turned to Isabelle, wide–eyed. “Wait, Isabelle, do you know him?”
“Don’t you?” Isabelle countered.
She didn’t want to admit that she hadn’t recognized her fiancé at first glance, soon to be her ex–fiance.
“Should I? If he were in the entertainment industry, I’d know. Men like him don’t go unnoticed.”
“Unless he’s not from the entertainment industry.”
“He’s probably my so–called fiance,” Isabelle said casually.
Lennon’s eyes widened in shock. “He’s your fiance? Are you sure?”
“Your fiance is that handsome? And he wears a watch worth a few hundred thousand?”
A watch worth a few hundred thousand was probably just part of his daily wardrobe, nothing special.
Isabelle rolled her eyes. “Too bad he’s about to become my ex–fiance.”
“So don’t get too excited.”
“Why?” Lennon frowned. “How could you let go of someone that handsome?”
But then it clicked. Isabelle was no longer tied to the Powell family.
“Is it because you cut ties with the Powell family? Was this engagement arranged by them?”
Isabelle shook her head. “No, I arranged it myself. But he doesn’t have feelings for me.”
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“He never supported the engagement. Now that the truth about my identity is out, his family has no reason to maintain the arrangement.”
“Ending the engagement is only logical, don’t you think?”
Lennon sighed inwardly. What a shame.
If the engagement still stood, Isabelle would have a strong ally even without the Powell family.
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