Brian's phone continued its persistent melody, and Isabella, snapping back to the present, suggested, "How about enjoying a slice of cake before you leave?"
Subconsciously, she felt that Brian, amidst these consecutive phone calls tonight, must be dealing with pressing matters. His presence until now was a testament to the respect he extended on behalf of her grandfather, Stephen's main rival.
Though the candles were extinguished, she felt a slice of cake for the guests was a basic courtesy.
Brian, not particularly fond of sweets, hesitated for a moment before nodding in agreement.
George, the observant personal assistant, had been silently witnessing everything. Since the boss, who usually couldn't be bothered, walked behind Isabella and listened to her conversation with Stephen, Geor
