After hanging up, Isabella sat there quietly, waiting for Logan to arrive.
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She’d practically thrown herself at him before, dropping every hint she could think of, but Logan just stayed completely unmoved. For a moment, Isabella really felt like giving up,
But after calming down and thinking it over today, Isabella decided she couldn’t just let it go that easily.
After thinking it through, Isabella realized that Logan probably owed her more now than he ever cared about her back then
After all, six years had passed. Time was the ultimate eraser. Even the deepest, most intense emotions would fade away will the passage of time.
So now, all Isabella could do was cling to that tiny bit of guilt and use it to keep him close.
As long as that guilt lingered, she knew she could always keep Logan by her side.
triumphant smile curled on Isabella’s lips.
Eliana, because of this one thing, you’ll never be able to measure up to me, not in this life, Isabella mused to herself.
People were just like that. If one kept pretending long enough, one started to believe the act was real.
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Before Logan arrived, Isabella had just used some eye drops. So when he walked in, all he saw was her eyes red and tears streaming down her face.
The moment she saw Logan, Isabella choked out, her voice trembling, “Logan, you’re finally here. I’m so scared. I don’t even know what to do anymore.”
Her hands shaking, Isabella handed her phone to Logan. “Logan, look.”
Logan took the phone from her, seeing how upset she was.
When he saw all the messages popping up on her screen, Logan couldn’t help but frown.
After reading through the messages carefully, Logan handed the phone back to Isabella and asked seriously, “Did they just track you down?”
Isabella shook her head. “They started harassing me a while ago, but I was still abroad at the time. I was so freaked out by their harassment that I came back home, changed my address and my number.”
“I thought it was over, but somehow they managed to find me again.” Isabella’s eyes reddened again as she looked at Logan. “What should I do, Logan? I really don’t know what to do anymore.
“They came after me again, and this time, the stuff they’re saying is even nastier than before.”
Isabella added, “The Hewitt family is falling apart. I have no one to shield me, and these people are real desperados. If they actually find me, I’m afraid they’ll kill me, and no one will even bother to care.
“Logan, what should I do? I’m really terrified.”
She sobbed, “I need a status that can intimidate them, but I honestly have no idea what else I can do. I just feel so helpless. You’re all I have left now.”
As Isabella spoke, tears began streaming down her face again.
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If Isabella had said those words any other time, they probably wouldn’t have packed such a punch.
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But today, right after Logan had just taken a hit from Eliana, his pride bruised and his confidence at rock bottom, Isabella’s words hit him right where it hurt.
Logan looked at Isabella, his gaze more intense than ever before his voice firm and protective. “Don’t worry, Isabella. As long as I’m around, I won’t let anyone lay a finger on you.”
Isabella nodded again and again, tears streaming down her face as she choked out, “Logan, I believe you.”
As she spoke, Isabella gently reached out and took Logan’s hand, her voice trembling. “Can I stay with you at your place for a while?
“They’re insanely good at tracking people down. Now that they’ve got my contact info, they could figure out where I live an minute now. If they find out where I live, I’m finished.”
She begged. “Logan, I’m begging you. Please, just let me crash with you for a bit. I’ll talk to Eliana. I swear I won’t get in the way or cause any drama between you two.
w you don’t want to get divorced, and I get that me moving in could.”
No!” Logan cut her off before she could finish.
Maybe earlier, before what just happened with Eliana, he might’ve had second thoughts, but now, he didn’t care at all
anymore.
“Once the doctor clears you, I’ll bring you home myself. Forget about explaining to anyone,” Logan said.
“Really?” Isabella asked, her eyes still glistening with tears, though only she knew just how over the moon she was inside.
“Yes,” Logan replied.
Isabella jumped in, “Just give me a sec, okay? I’ll pack my stuff and get discharged, then we can head back together, alright?
“I promise I’m just staying for a bit. I won’t cause you any trouble, I swear.”
Looking at Logan right now, Isabella could tell he’d probably just been put through the wringer by Eliana again.
This was the perfect chance for her to step up.
At times like this, what Logan needed most was someone who would worship him wholeheartedly, and Isabella was determined to be exactly that person for him.
So in front of Logan, Isabella put on her most humble act, making herself seem as meek as possible.
Sure enough, when Logan saw her like this, a flicker of sympathy flashed in his eyes. He frowned and said, “Isabella, you’re like a sister to me. The villa is your home, too, so you don’t have to worry about bothering anyone.
“You know, if it wasn’t for you, I might not have made it back from overseas. So don’t ever think you’re causing trouble by staying there. Even if you wanted to move in before, it would’ve been totally fine.
“So quit worrying about being a bother. That place is your home Just relax and settle in.”
Isabella finally let out a breath, genuinely relieved. “Thank you, Logan.”
“Let me
go
with you to get discharged,” Logan said.
“Okay,” Isabella replied.
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Isabella hurriedly packed up her things and followed Logan out of the hospital room.
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As they stepped out, Isabella hesitated, then finally spoke up, “I’m really sorry, Logan. I must’ve looked like a total wreck yesterday.
“The last thing I wanted was for you to see me like that, but honestly, there was no one else I could call but you.”
When she brought it up, it hit Logan all over again why she’d ended up in the hospital yesterday.
When he thought back to the promise he’d made her the day before, Logan’s brows drew together in concern.
5 million used to be pocket change for him.
But things were different now.
Just the thought of the 20 million debt the board had dumped on him was enough to sour his mood in an instant.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
