0011 Gabriel arrived at the Wyndham Hospital and went straight to the top floor , where his mother's grand office was located . As soon as he walked in , his mother looked up from her executive chair and greeted him with a warm smile . Delphine was also in the office . She rose to her feet , wrapped her arms around Gabriel's neck and leaned in for a kiss . But she suddenly paused . Gabriel frowned and was confused at Delphine's attitude . " What ? " he asked . Her expression changed instantly . And her smile disappeared . She felt irritated . " You're wearing lipstick that isn't mine . Shouldn't I be angry ? " Gabriel pressed his thumb against his lower lip . When he saw the faint smear of color , he shrugged , as though it was nothing . " Well , that's Isla's lipstick . So , what's the problem ? " he said without any care . Delphine narrowed her eyes but settled back in her chair . She was clearly unhappy . Anna gestured to the chairs in front of the desk . " Both of you sit down . I need to talk to you . " Gabriel lowered himself into the seat beside Delphine , his posture calm as he turned his gaze to his mother . " Mother , why are you here ? You never work weekends . " Anna Wyndham folded her hands on the desk . " I came because I need to talk to you both . " Her tone was serious . " I still don't understand why Delphine isn't pregnant yet . We had a plan . What could be the problem ? " Gabriel's jaw tightened instantly , but Delphine remained calm , her hands resting neatly in her lap . " Mother , we're working on it , " Gabriel said firmly . " Just give us time . " " When exactly? " Anna pressed further . Gabriel glanced briefly at Delphine before replying to his mother . " What is this really about ? " He sounded frustrated . " Delphine and I agreed to take things slowly . Why the rush ? Just give us time Everything will fall into place . " Delphine suddenly raised her voice , her tone laced with bitterness . " No , Gabriel Nothing is falling into place . Isla is taking everything away from me ! Your grandfather just made her the head of Wyndham Wardrobe The moment she gets the chance , she'll dismiss me . I know it ! " " Delphine , stop being dramatic , " Gabriel said as he sighed . " I've already spoken to Isla about you . Don't worry . " But Delphine wasn't satisfied She wanted more - more assurance , more security . Before she could argue further , Anna interrupted " If Delphine carries the Wyndham heir in her womb , your grandfather will have no choice but to change his mind . Delphine will finally get her rightful place in the family . We owe her that much , son . " Gabriel didn't reply to that . He understood the weight behind his mother's words . Delphine mattered to him deeply , and that was why he could never let her go Without wasting more time . He stood up abruptly " I understand . And I promise I'll do something about it . If there isn't anything else I need to go home now I have an early day tomorrow . " Leaning forward , he kissed Delphine's forehead gently , then walked to his mother and pressed a respectful kiss to her head as well DON " Goodnight , Mother . " With that , he turned and left the office *** +25 BONUS The next morning was Sunday Gabriel got up early , took his bath , and dressed up . As he stepped out of his bedroom , the smell of freshly cooked food drifted through the house He followed it straight into the kitchen , where Magdalene was tidying up .. " Good morning , Mr. Wyndham . Should I serve your coffee ? " she asked politely . " Morning , " Gabriel replied , settling onto one of the stools . " No , I'm fine . " Magdalene gave a small nod . She could tell something was troubling him , though she kept her thoughts to herself . " I'll let Mrs. Wyndham know you're waiting , " she said softly before leaving . Gabriel tapped idly at his phone , his mind was restless . But just as Magdalene stepped out , Isla walked right into the kitchen . " Hey , " she greeted casually as though nothing was out of place . She moved straight to the stove and began serving him a bowl of chicken consommé - his favorite . Gabriel watched her quietly . She was calm . In fact , too calm for his liking . Normally ,, she would have reacted to his presence- maybe nervous ? But never this distant The way she carried herself now unsettled him . " Here , eat . Mama's waiting for us , " Isla said , placing the bowl in front of him and handing him the spoon . Their hands brushed for a moment . In the past , that small touch alone would have made Isla flustered . But today , she didn't react at all . Gabriel's chest tightened . He didn't like this new calmness . He didn't like not being in control After finishing his meal , they left together for Isla's parents ' home . The car pulled into the driveway , and as they stepped out , Gabriel's phone rang . The screen lit up with the mamme : Delphine , Love Isla froze in her steps . 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