Chapter Twenty-Two

Isabel gestured towards Camilla and Alexander as they entered the packed hall where an art auction was about to commence.

"Over here." She said, beckoning them to her reserved seat near the podium with a wave.

Isabel beamed with joy as Camilla and Alexander approached.

She rose from her seat, walked over and embraced them both with a warm hug. Her eyes sparkled with anticipation.

"I'm thrilled you could make it," Isabel said, turning to Camilla.

"You look stunning, by the way. That floral dress is beautiful on you." She complimented her.

Camilla gracefully accepted Isabel's compliment with a blush and a sincere smile. "I couldn't miss this after promising your grandmother. It would have been impolite," she replied.

Isabel nodded in agreement. "Yeah."

Turning her attention to the crowd, Camilla asked, "Speaking of which, where is she?"

Isabel also scanned the room, searching for her grandmother. "I think she'll be a bit late," she said uncertainly.

Camilla expressed her disappointmen