Lahat ng Kabanata ng Mr. Neal, Mrs. Neal's Gone With The Money: Kabanata 1361 - Kabanata 1370

However, what really stood out to Isabella was his possessive statement, 'Don't even think about letting another man hug you!'If Luther did not like her, he would not have said that. "What's your plan after this?" Joshua asked. "I'm going to stage a little act with Nick and make him worry," Isabella replied, understanding Luther well. Since Isabella knew Luther would not allow her to go out with someone else, Luther would likely follow her discreetly if she went out with Nick. Then, they would intensify the performance, and she would make her intentions crystal clear. By doing so, it would be hard for Luther to deny his true feelings."But before that, I need to confess to him first. I have to let him know my true feelings," Isabella added after giving it a thought. "You didn't tell him while you were with him last night and this morning?" Joshua asked, a bit curious.Isabella shook her head. "No, the time wasn't right."With his apparent reluctance to be around her, confe

Luther turned toward the sound of her voice, but Isabella was already gone.Sitting in the driver's seat, Joshua glanced at Isabella through the rearview mirror, noticing her smiling. He could not help but ask, "Why are you so cheerful despite the failed confession?" "Well, I wouldn't call it a complete failure. At most, it's just that the boy I like isn't quite ready to be my boyfriend yet," Isabella replied, contemplating the recent events.Joshua was surprised. After all, he was nearby and heard what Luther said to Isabella, almost wanting to drag his beloved goddaughter away when it all happened. "You're not mad at how he treated you?""Being angry is like punishing myself for someone else's mistakes. Knowing he likes me and still behaving this way only makes me curious about his reasons why," Isabella explained. Based on the situation, there must be some misunderstanding between them. When she last left Jiverton, their relationship was fine, and they kept in touch for a w

Luther was puzzled. He wanted to ask directly, but the fear of revealing his true feelings held him back. What did Joshua mean by 'just these two months left'?"I know you might think I'm biased, but I only have this one goddaughter, and I hope she can make the most of her remaining time," Joshua added.Luther's curiosity grew with every word, and he could not contain it any longer. "What do you mean?""She hasn't told you?" Joshua's acting was on point. A trace of nervousness crossed Luther's face, something even he had not noticed. "Told me what?""Cynthia and Matthew initially planned to arrange a marriage for Isabella. Isabella fought hard to secure these two months of freedom to pursue her true love. If she can't be with you, she'll have to proceed with the arranged marriage," Joshua began, weaving a fabricated tale with a hint of worry in his expression.Luther's initial reaction was to dismiss this as a lie. "Uncle Joshua, your storytelling skills are quite amateurish."

However, after weighing the pros and cons, he decided to set his phone aside and suppress all those assumptions and thoughts. If Joshua's words were true, there would surely be rumors in their social circle soon. After all, marriages of this kind often began with some whispers before formal announcements.As time passed, Isabella officially started her work at the company. Her intelligence allowed her to effortlessly complete the tasks assigned by Roderick, leaving her with plenty of free time. Hence, after finalizing plans for Luther's lunch, she stayed in her office alone.Her colleagues in the secretary department did not engage in any conversation with her, partly because they were informed of Isabella's role by Desmond and were cautioned not to discuss certain matters. Nevertheless, they might not say anything in her presence, but they did talk behind her back.In the pantry, a group of coworkers gathered."What is a rich kid like her doing here, stealing job opportunities

"Not much. I just thought you're too handsome, and I wanted to spend a little more time with you," Isabella said as she got into the car. Seeing that he had not fastened his seatbelt, she leaned over to help him.However, Luther quickly pulled the seatbelt across and secured it. "I'm your boss; mind yourself.""Now it's after work hours. There's no employer-employee relationship; it's just a pursuer and the pursued," Isabella retorted swiftly, starting the car.Then, the car swiftly left the parking lot.On the way back, Luther expected Isabella to engage in conversation, but she did nothing of the sort; she just calmly drove him back home.Upon arriving, she naturally asked, "Would you like me to stay for dinner or something?""Uncle Joshua has dinner prepared for you," Luther replied."I'd rather eat something you made," Isabella said, sincere and heartwarming, making it difficult for anyone to say no. Nevertheless, Luther remained resolute. "I didn't make extra for you.""