Claimed by the Powerful Billionaire (Charlotte and Matthew) novel Chapter 53

Chapter 53 Give Them a Taste of Their Own Medicine

Matthew looked like he’d finally let out a breath.

“How did you suddenly think to do all this?”

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Charlotte smiled softly. “Because you’re my husband. And because I know how helpless

you are. What you can’t do, I can do for you.”

Right in front of Isabella, Matthew reached over and took Charlotte’s hand.

“Charlie, you…”

How had he never realized his wife could be this understanding?

Charlotte’s smile deepened. “Between us, you don’t need to be polite. Whatever I do for

you, it’s only right.”

Then her tone shifted.

“And don’t blame your sister-in-law, either. Even though she told Grandma about Mila,

but…”

Charlotte’s expression turned mournful.

“Mila only did it because she was worried about me. You know my health isn’t great

right now. She was afraid if I went a whole day without eating, I’d get worse. And if you had any events on your side, I wouldn’t be able to attend. That’s why she did it.”

That explanation hit Matthew like a sudden realization.

Exactly the result Charlotte wanted.

Isabella could stir trouble.

So could she.

Give Isabella a taste of their own medicine.

Matthew glanced at Isabella.

His eyes carried clear displeasure-blame, even.

The effect landed.

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Charlotte eased herself out of his grip.

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“Alright, Matt, I need to rest. The doctor said I can’t stay up late, or it’ll just slow my recovery.”

“You should stay with your sister-in-law a little longer. After all, she’s lost John, and Joseph is still so little. She must be lonely every day. This is when she needs someone

with her.”

With that, Charlotte turned and left.

Calm. Poised. Effortless.

Matthew’s gaze followed her for a few seconds, and then his mood went flat.

“Get some rest. I’m going back to my room, too.”

Isabella rushed forward and hugged him.

“Matt, I’m sorry. I didn’t know you cared about Mila that much.”

Matthew pried her hands off.

“Now you know?”

Isabella’s tears fell instantly.

“I already explained that day. I really didn’t mean it. I was worried my sister-in-law

wasn’t eating, so I wanted to check on her. That’s why I…”

Matthew was already tired of how easily her tears came.

“Were you really worried about your sister-in-law? Or did you ‘accidentally’ let it slip on

purpose so Grandma would punish her?”

Isabella’s heart jolted.

“How could I do that! Matt, how can you think that about me?”

Matthew sighed.

“Maybe I’m overthinking it.”

Isabella couldn’t stop sobbing.

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“Matt, maybe I should move back to the home John and I lived in. If I stay here, I’ll only

get in the way. I’ll only become your burden.”

In Matthew’s mind, an old scene surfaced.

Back then, not long after John passed, Isabella had stayed alone in their marital home-

isolated, helpless-sitting by the window and crying.

That moment had nearly shattered Matthew’s heart.

The woman he loved, reduced to something so bleak and sorrowful. He’d hurt so much

he didn’t even know what to do with himself.

He had sworn then that he would take care of her. Be with her.

So now… his heart still softened.

He lifted a hand and wiped the tears from Isabella’s face.

“Alright. I said the wrong thing. Don’t be upset.”

Isabella took the opening and threw herself into his arms.

“Matt, I only have you. When you talk about me like that, it hurts worse than dying.”

Matthew could only lower his voice and coax her.

“I won’t doubt you again. I was overthinking just now. Be good. Tomorrow at the charity

auction gala, if you see something you like, I’ll bid on it and give it to you.”

Isabella felt secret delight bloom in her chest.

“Really?”

Matthew regretted it almost immediately.

Because he’d said the same thing to his wife, too.

But the words were already out. He could only force himself through it.

“Tomorrow’s charity gala is live-streamed. You can look at the auction items. If you see s

omething you want, tell me.”

The annual charity auction gala was held in the largest ballroom at Legend Hotel.

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The cold raging outside did nothing to dim anyone’s excitement.

Everyone arrived dressed to impress.

The women wore heavy makeup, dripping in wealth.

The men were in suits and dress shoes, flaunting their status.

On the surface, they were here for charity.

In reality, they were here to network with the elite and pave roads for profit.

Matthew personally opened the car door.

Charlotte stepped out in an ice-blue gradient spaghetti-strap evening gown.

The dress was lavishly set with glittering gems, and the structured cut showed off her

flawless proportions.

With her delicate features and soft, youthful skin, she radiated a natural kind of dazzling.

untouchable elegance.

Even now, Matthew was still caught in how stunning she looked.

He’d never known his wife could be this breathtaking.

Matthew opened his palm, wanting to take her hand.

But Charlotte slid her hand beneath his arm instead, linking arms with him as they

entered the venue.

And the person trailing behind them looked openly unhappy.

Natalie, determined not to be outshined by Charlotte, had specially worn a custom-made

gown and even hired a famous makeup artist.

And yet she was still eclipsed.

“Matt.”

Natalie lifted her skirt and hurried after them. “Wait for me.”

Matthew reminded her quietly.

“Once we’re inside, watch your words and behavior. Don’t say the wrong thing or do the

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wrong thing. Otherwise, you’ll embarrass our entire Russell family.”

Natalie muttered, “I know. You’ve reminded me the whole way here.”

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Charlotte swept her gaze across the room, and her eyes settled on a familiar figure.

Steven.

But she didn’t see Nathan.

He probably didn’t like these fake, performative gatherings.

Steven gave Charlotte a small nod as greeting.