Fated Marriage Spoiled by My Ice Billionaire novel Chapter 234

Chapter 234 A Husband’s timely Interruption

Chapter 234 A Husband’s Timely Interruption

With that, Elva took Derek by the arm and led him away.

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Isabelle had initially held Elva in high regard, but now her opinion was shifting. It seemed her character wasn’t as admirable as her reputation–no wonder she was involved with someone as notoriously stick as Derek.

Birds of a feather.

“Ms. Foster.” Kayden’s voice brought her back.

“Was there something you needed, Mr. Jarvis?”

Sensing her guardedness, Kayden offered a disarming smile. “There’s no need for such formality. We’re just getting to know each other, that’s all.”

Isabelle hesitated. Elva still held considerable influence in their world, and making an enemy wasn’t wise.

“My apologies, but tonight isn’t ideal. My husband is expecting me. As for getting acquainted, perhaps another time.”

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“Husband? You’re married?” Kayden was visibly startled, the awkwardness flooding his expression.

“Mr. Jarvis, if you wish to befriend my wife, you might want to do your homework first.” A familiar, low voice came from behind Isabelle.

Before she could turn, a warm, firm hand settled on her waist, pulling her back against a solid, familiar chest.

Isabelle tilted her head up at the man now beside her, a smile instantly touching her lips.

“You’re here!”

“Mhm, I’m here.” He smirked and gave the tip of her nose a playful tap.

Kayden’s grip tightened on his wineglass, his knuckles turning white.

His research had indicated Isabelle wasn’t seeing anyone. He never imagined she was actually married.

What a waste!

He looked at the tall, imposing man before him. He wasn’t wearing a jacket, just a waistcoat over his shirt, with one hand possessively on the woman’s waist and the other in his trouser pocket.

His eyes held a cool, assessing look, and his composed demeanor radiated an authority that was hard to ignore.

Damian let his gaze drift casually over the other man before finally looking down at Isabelle.

“Sweetheart…” He lowered his head, his voice a soft murmur near her ear. “Time to go home.”

“Alright.” Isabelle’s smile was tender.

“Mr. Jarvis, if you’ll excuse us.” Without waiting for a reply, Damian turned, his arm firmly around Isabelle, and guided her away.

Isabelle didn’t offer a farewell either.

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Kayden frowned, watching the perfectly matched couple retreat, a sharp pang of regret hitting him.

He sighed and turned, accidentally colliding with a slender figure.

“Oh!”

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Celeste’s glass was knocked from her hand, splashing red wine down the front of her ivory dress. Her four–inch heels wobbled precariously.

Kayden swiftly reached out to steady her by the waist, pulling her against him to prevent a falt

“I’m so terribly sorry…”

He kept apologizing, but his gaze inadvertently dropped to the damp, stained front of her dress.

The pale fabric, now soaked, clung transparently, revealing the outline of her lace bra beneath.

Celeste quickly righted herself, crossing her arms over her chest.

Kayden immediately shrugged off his suit jacket and draped it over her shoulders, shielding her.

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Meanwhile, Damian and Isabelle settled into the back of the car.

“What brought you here?” Isabelle asked.

“Came to give Ms. Williams‘ resolve one final nudge. Though it seems she moved faster than I anticipated,” he said with a low chuckle.

Isabelle nodded, wondering if Maddox had indeed escorted Diana away, or if she had gone straight to Brian’s apartment.

“Who was that man earlier?” Damian’s brow furrowed slightly.

“Elva Jarvis‘ son. He was apparently ‘shopping‘ tonight, but got more than he bargained for.” Isabelle leaned her head against his

shoulder.

Damian’s arm wrapped securely around her waist.

He wasn’t worried. He knew this woman had no interest in softer, gentler types–she was drawn to a more dominant presence, like

his own.

Men like Kayden were no competition.

“Do you think Diana went to see him?” Isabelle asked.

“No news is the best news,” Damian replied with a confident smile.

At Brian’s apartment, he had just finished a long, cold soak to reduce the swelling when his phone buzzed on the bathroom

counter.

Shivering, he climbed out of the tub and pulled the plug.

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He glanced at the screen–Diana was calling.

His pale lips curved into a slow, calculated smile. –

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He didn’t answer immediately. Instead, he picked up his phone and transferred another twenty thousand to Damian’s account.

In the car, Damian’s phone emitted a soft ding. He checked it and showed the screen to Isabelle.

“Made thirty thousand today,” he said, grinning.

“It seems Brian has profited from you quite a bit over the years as well,” Isabelle remarked, turning to give him a pointed look.

Damian put his phone away and pulled her closer. “You were worth every penny.”

Hmph. Two of a kind.

“So you’re both utterly shameless, then? Specializing in ambushing single women.”

“Call it what you will. I got the girl. Any investment was worth it, wouldn’t you say?”

Damian held her tight, nuzzling against her hair, unwilling to create even an inch of space between them.

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Brian’s phone rang again.

Diana stood outside his apartment door, deciding this would be her final attempt. If he didn’t answer or open the door this time, she would leave.

She’d been to his place before–their first time together was here.

Back then, neither had much experience, and their initial attempts were awkward, full of fumbling and uncertainty.

Diana had even teased him about his lack of finesse.

Brian, frustrated and determined, had responded by proving his capability in a much more decisive way, making her gasp in surprise.