Fated Marriage Spoiled by My Ice Billionaire novel Chapter 358

Chapter 358 Seeking Inspiration,

Chapter 358 Seeking Inspiration

Isabelle couldn’t look away.

He was so handsome!

Three straight days of wedding portraits had left her completely drained.

Turned out, chasing joy was exhausting work.

Isabelle spent another two days just lounging before she finally felt like herself again.

Damian, meanwhile, worked remotely for several days, leaving Brian swamped and frantic at the corporate office.

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“Are you heading to Laurel Valley with Diana tomorrow?” Damian was at his desk in the study while Isabelle lay on the sofa reading

“Mhm. Going to clear my head too,” Isabelle replied, rolling onto her side with a languid stretch.

Laurel Valley was where Beatrice and her family had once lived..

Even while resting at home these past few days, Isabelle’s mind had been fully occupied with concepts for Beatrice’s wardrobe. She’d hit a creative block and wanted to walk around Laurel Valley with Diana, hoping to better understand Beatrice’s tastes and inspirations.

Laurel Valley was also a well–known, state–maintained historic area, famous for its… well, laurel trees.

Diana wanted to visit too, to unwind and reset.

“Do you want to come along?” Isabelle invited him.

It felt like forever since she’d gone anywhere with this man. The last time was back when she’d taken him along on a business trip to Fertitta City.

That was also the trip where their relationship had deepened significantly.

She felt like they hadn’t shared enough simple moments lately.

Damian paused, his grip on the mouse tightening slightly. He considered for a moment, then slowly stood and walked over to her. He sat on the edge of the sofa beside her hip, reaching out to brush a stray lock of hair behind her ear.

“Next time. I have some pressing matters to handle tomorrow,” he said gently.

“It’s alright. I’m technically going for work these next few days anyway. Probably wouldn’t have much time to wander with you even if you came.”

Isabelle felt a twinge of disappointment, but she understood. With everything happening at the company, he couldn’t just drop hi responsibilities for her.

Damian stroked her hair, leaned down, and kissed her softly. “I could have Bruce accompany you.”

“No. I’m going with Diana. It’s a girls‘ trip. Having Bruce there would feel awkward,” Isabelle refused.

It wasn’t just Diana tomorrow. Kylie had found out and insisted on joining them too.

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tsabette couldn’t really say no. Kylie was the type to go wherever she pleased anyway, so she’d just let her come along. Having Bruce there really would complicate the dynamic.

“Alright. But if anything comes up you call me immediately. No keeping things to yourself” Damian said. That was his biggest concern–her bottling things up and not telling him

The last thing he wanted was his pregnant wife quietly stewing over something.

“I know!” Isabelle promised.

“I’m sorry I can’t join you this time,” Damian said, a note of genuine regret in his voice,,

“It’s fine. This trip is for work anyway. It doesn’t make sense for you to put your own work on hold just to watch me sketch.”

He earned more in a minute than she did in half a day. She couldn’t hold him up.

Isabelle let it go.

Laurel Valley was in the suburbs, about an hour and a half away. They were staying at a nearby inn for two or three days. The distance wasn’t great.

It was just a bit remote–a scenic area nestled between rolling hills and a river, known for its hot springs. A perfect place to escape the summer heat.

They didn’t talk much more. Isabelle grew drowsy and eventually drifted off on the sofa, later carried back to bed by Damian.

Early the next morning, Kylie eagerly drove over to pick up Isabelle and Diana.

Her outgoing personality meshed perfectly with Diana’s, and they chatted happily the whole way.

Isabelle slept through most of the drive, while Diana and Kylie talked non–stop.

After arriving at the inn, they went to their respective rooms to settle in.

Before parting, Kylie was still murmuring, “The weather hasn’t been great lately, always these sudden showers. I hope the forecast is wrong for us.”

The weather had been decent the last couple of days. According to the reports, rain wasn’t expected until late, in the week, so they had to keep their schedule tight.

The plan was to spend the first couple of days gathering inspiration around Beatrice’s old neighborhood, and the following days exploring the wider area and enjoying the hot springs.

Everyone agreed on the finerary.

After resting at the inn for half an hour, they set out on foot toward Beatrice’s property.

Along the way, they were captivated by the surroundings.

The state had invested in promoting the area, but most people probably thought it was just hype. Actually being there, they realized the scenery was just as beautiful as in the brochures.

This was a paradise for laurels and old–growth trees.

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New Isabelle understood why Beatrice had filled her own gardens with laurels.

It was clearly a nostalgic touch.

She made a mental note. Diana walked beside her, discussing various design points.

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Kylie wasn’t always following their conversation closely, but whenever she had her own thoughts or questions, she’d ask Diana and Isabelle.

They answered her openly, offering advice without holding back. They didn’t exclude her.

She was just a woman in her twenties. Getting guidance during this climb in her career was a rare and valuable thing

The three of them stopped at a small roadside stand, their foreheads glistening with sweat.

The sun blazed fiercely, without a hint of a cooling breeze.

They bought bottles of water at the stand, and each picked up a wide–brimmed hat before preparing to move on.

“Huh? Look, isn’t that Ms. Debose?” Kylie said, spotting a familiar figure a little way down the path.

It wasn’t just Ashley. Beside her was a man who seemed to have been chatting with her quite amiably moments before. The man was walking briskly away, exchanged a few last words over his shoulder, and then hurried off.

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