Sweet Flash Marriage with the Restrained Tycoon (Isabelle and Damien) novel Chapter 498

Chapter 498 A Playful Mark of Possession

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The thought alone amused her. While she wasn’t overly bothered by office gossip, stepping back into that corporate environm instantly brought back the feeling of being “on the job“.

Working at the same company as Damian before had been more than enough–she was completely done with that particular atmosphere.

Besides, Damian’s standards for work were so exacting and meticulous that she never felt truly relaxed around him. There was always a lingering worry in the back of her mind that if her performance wasn’t flawless, she’d be dismissed on the spot.

All she wanted now was to lounge at home, barefoot and comfortable, savoring a state of pure, lazy relaxation.

It had been ages since she’d enjoyed that kind of freedom. Now that she was pregnant, she was determined to indulge in it

completely.

“But I want you nearby. If you come with me a few more times, it won’t feel like such a chore.”

Isabelle glanced at the computer on the desk and noticed the desktop was completely clear, not a single file open.

Had he finished his work already?

“Are you done?”

Damian paused for a beat, then gave a soft hum of confirmation.

Isabelle let her fingers trail down from his shoulders, coming to rest just above his chest. “Well then… shall we turn in for the night?”

He swallowed. “Okay.”

Early the next morning, Isabelle and Damian left the house together.

Damian had prepared some food for her in the kitchen, packing it neatly into an insulated bag. He reminded Bruce to store it in the studio’s refrigerator upon arrival and to ensure she ate something before heading out for the day.

Bruce nodded, feeling a slight, unspoken resignation–his duties were increasingly blurring the line between driver and personal assistant.

Sitting in the back seat, Damian pointed subtly at her neck.

Isabelle touched the spot. “What?”

Damian chuckled softly. “You didn’t cover it up completely.”

What a dog.

Fortunately, anticipating a formal event later, she had brought concealer in her purse. She fished out the small compact and tossed

it to him.

Damian looked at the little container in his hand, a smile playing on his lips.

He’d never used anything like this before how was he supposed to apply it

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Chapter 498 A Playful Mark of Possession

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sabette tilted her head back, exposing her neck, and raised an eyebrow at him with a look that clearly said, “Fix this, or you’re trouble.”

Still smiling, Damian fumbled with the compact, trying to mimic her usual technique as be dabbed the product over the faint marks on her neck.

He hadn’t thought he’d been that intense last night How had these marks still appeared?

“You’re still laughing.” Isabelle was annoyed.

Today was Beatrice’s birthday gala. After handling Beatrice’s affairs, she herself would need to change into an evening gown lat How was she supposed to face anyone like this?

As soon as Isabelle arrived at the studio entrance, she saw Brian and Diana in a lingering embrace beside his car.

Brian kissed her goodbye before reluctantly getting into the driver’s seat.

Damian looked at Isabelle, took her wrist, and fixed his gaze on her lips. “Take a note from them. A little initiative wouldn’t hurt,” prompted.

Isabelle pressed her lips together, reached out to cover his eyes with her hand, and leaned in.

Damian stilled as her lips brushed gently against his, followed immediately by a sharp, sudden warmth on the side of his neck.

He pushed her head back gently. “You…”

Damian was caught between irritation and amusement. Was she really that petty?

She had actually gone and left a mark on his neck.

Satisfied, Isabelle got out of the car. Diana, who was heading into the studio, glanced back at her.

“I thought you might sleep in again today,” Diana said, waiting for her before linking arms and walking inside together.

“Why do you seem so on edge?”

Diana frowned. “We’re talking about a six–figure loss here. How could I not be hervous?”

Isabelle smiled, her expression one of complete confidence.

They went upstairs, carefully retrieved the studio’s prized showcase gown and another backup piece from the secure cabinet, and packed them with meticulous care.

“So your plan is to swap these for the two sets from yesterday?” Diana asked

“I placed a discreet camera in that room yesterday. If our saboteur is who we think, they’ll likely strike again. Let’s check the dresses first. If they’re fine, no harm done. But if they’ve been tampered with again, we’ll use these two as replacements.

Isabelle handed her the garment box. “The bigger picture comes first we need to ensure everything runs smoothly for Mrs. Crowther. We can deal with the culprit after the party. We absolutely cannot let Mrs. Crowther worry about this during her own celebration. That also prevents whoever is behind this from causing any more disription today.

It wouldn’t do to tip theu hand too early

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