Chapter 15: To Catch His Attention
“Mr. Alexander, I appreciate the gesture, but I won’t accept the necklace,” Isabella stated calmly, her composure surprising many.
It’s commonly believed that women can’t resist the allure of jewelry, especially one as valuable as this. Yet, Isabella remained unmoved.
A deep meaning surfaced in Alexander’s eyes, while the guests harbored a hint of worry.
It was unheard of for anyone to refuse Alexander outright, which could be seen as a public affront to his dignity.
Unexpectedly, Alexander didn’t show anger. With an indifferent expression, he closed the box and handed it back to Sebastian.
Setting
11:04 m
Chapter 15 To Carens Attention
Charlotte, at that moment, wished nothing more than to eliminate
Isabella, who had stolen her thunder
on her own birthday.
Why should she garner Alexander’s
attention?!
Eleanor gently patted her hand, signaling her to stay calm. Any mishap at this event could tarnish The
Sterling’s reputation in Riverdale.
The party continued awkwardly after the incident, with some guests quietly making their exits. Alexander, who generally disliked such gatherings, got up to leave. Just as he reached the door, Isabella caught up with him.
Mr. Alexander, we’re not close. I hope you won’t do something like this again; it could lead to misunderstandings.”
Alexander huffed, a smirk forming at the corner of his mouth. “You helped Ascot Group make money; these are
275
Setting
11.04 )
Chapter 15 to Care Attention
your dues. I don’t like owing anyone.”
As if I ever wanted to help you make money! I wish you’d go bankrupt!
Isabella cursed internally, maintaining an innocent facade. “Mr. Alexander, as I’ve said, you’ve got the wrong person. If there’s nothing else, I’ll be going.”
Despite Alexander’s good looks, he was a heartless scoundrel in Isabella’s eyes, the kind she despised the most.
“Leaving? To where?”
Alexander grabbed her wrist. “Isabella, isn’t all this just to catch my attention? You’re far smarter than those other
women.‘
His eyes gleamed with a touch of mockery.
Isabella’s gaze darkened. Such
arrogance!
The next moment, she sharply tapped
on Alexander’s wrist. It seemed a
376
Setting
11.04 M
Chapter 15 To Cateres Attention
gentle hit, but Alexander’s expression changed as he instinctively let go.
He frowned at Isabella’s delicate hand, puzzled by the strength it held.
Unbeknownst to him, Isabella had
targeted a pressure point on his wrist, capable of immobilizing a man much stronger than herself with minimal
effort.
“Mr. Alexander, just because you’re wealthy doesn’t mean you can do whatever you please. You’d do well to
accumulate some virtue.”
Turning to leave, Isabella was stopped by Alexander’s icy call.
Stop!”
She paused and turned. “What now?!”
Her patience with Alexander had worn thin, her tone brimming with
irritation.
For the first time, Alexander saw an
Getting
11:04 MCX
Chapter 15: Jo Carens Attention
emotion other than compliance or fear
directed at him.
“Isabella, you’ll pay for your words today!”
Mockery flashed in Isabella’s eyes as
she hailed a cab without another word.
“To Harborlight Sanctuary.”
Watching the taxi speed away,
Alexander exhaled deeply and coldly instructed Sebastian, “Follow her.”