It was the first time Nathan realized that his closeness with Victoria was something Isabella found repulsive.
After saying this, Isabella turned and walked away with a lightness that seemed almost carefree.
Not wanting Nathan to cause trouble for Theo, she casually threw over her shoulder, “He’s just a friend.”
Nathan let out a breath he hadn’t realized he was holding.
“Since he’s just a normal friend, then you should mind your behavior and be aware of the situation. We wouldn’t want to cause any misunderstandings.”
Isabella paused, as if remembering something. She stopped in her tracks and slowly turned back.
Her eyes, as cold as a still, bottomless well, fixed on him. “Nathan, who smeared dirt on me?”
Nathan hesitated, a flicker of guilt crossing his features. He knew that her
