0012 The phone kept ringing , but Gabriel wasn't answering it . He switched off his phone and slid it into the inner pocket of his suit jacket . When he looked up , he saw Isla still standing by the car . Her face gave nothing away , her expression calm and unreadable . He stepped closer and spoke in a low tone . " Shall we proceed ? " he asked . She only gave a small nod before turning and walking toward the house , leaving him to follow behind . Inside , they were warmly welcomed by the housemaids and by Diana , who was delighted to see them arrive together . " Good morning , Mrs. Ainsworth , " Gabriel greeted politely , bending a little to press a soft kiss on Diana's forehead . Diana chuckled , her smile wide . She was genuinely happy to see them side by side like a married couple should be . Charles , also came forward to greet them , and soon the room was filled with laughter and cheerful voices . " Aunt Isla ! " a tiny voice piped up . Little Jeff came running , his small feet pattering against the floor . Isla bent her knees quickly and scooped him into her arms , showering him with kisses . " How are you doing , my little nephew ? " she asked tenderly . The boy giggled and buried his face against her shoulder . Gabriel reached forward , playfully ruffling Jeff's golden hair , earning another laugh . As they moved further into the house , Isla saw her elder sisters , Maya and Betty , already waiting with their husbands . Luke Green , Betty's husband , was the heir of the wealthy Green family , though not as wealthy as the Wyndhams . Betty is the eldest daughter of the Ainsworths . She had been married for five years and was the mother of little Jeff . Also there was Carl Rees , married to Maya . The Rees family was well - to - do and held a respected name in Carminton . The two men - Luke and Carl - stood up at once the moment Gabriel entered the dining foom . Meeting him was an honor . Gabriel was not just well known ; he was the man in charge of the Wyndham empire , the one whose signature could open doors to massive contracts . He was someone everyone respected , someone whose presence always commanded attention . Appointments with him were rare , almost impossible , since he was often on business trips . That was why the two sons - in- law were eager to take this chance to engage him , now that he was here with them . After the initial greetings and exchanges , everyone moved to the dining table for breakfast . The table was long and richly set , filled with different dishes . Conversations flowed easily , and the sound of laughter echoed through the room . After some time , Diana rose a little in her chair , her expression was cheerful . " Alright , " she began " I know today is important to everyone , and I won't hold you for too long . I just felt , as a family , we should share our joys with one another . " The room grew quiet , everyone waiting for the big announcement . " As you all know , Carl and Maya have been married for almost four years now . They have prayed and waited for a child . " She smiled warmly . Maya leaned against Carl's shoulder , her hand clutching his arm affectionately . Isla's eyes lingered on them for a moment . Even though she knew her sister's marriage had been arranged , she could see that something real had grown between them Genuine love was written in their faces " So , " Diana continued proudly , " another son will soon be born into our family . Maya is expecting . " The room burst into applause Excited voices overlapped as Betty and Isla hurried to their sister , wrapping her in a tight embrace They are genuinely happy for her . Even Gabriel stood up , stretching out his hand to Carl with a congratulatory shake " Congratulations , " he said with rare 0012 +25 BONUS warmth . Everyone was happy , but Diana was the happiest . Her joy filled the room . When they were all seated again , Diana looked directly at Gabriel and Isla . " Gabriel , " she said softly , " I think it is time you and Isla start working on having children . It has been two years now . " 3 . Isla's eyes darted to her mother in warning , silently begging her to stop . But Diana ignored the look . Gabriel cleared his throat . His face was calm when he spoke . " I agree with you , Mother , " he said . " I was thinking the same thing . " His eyes shifted to Isla , locking with hers . " But you should probably ask Isla . If she is ready , then I am ready . " The family clapped happily at his words . Charles beamed , pleased with Gabriel's response . Diana wiped tears from her eyes , touched by Gabriel's words . But Isla sat still . She scoffed quietly , shaking her head in disbelief . She knew Gabriel's words weren't real . They were spoken to please everyone , not her . Anger burned inside her , though she kept her composure . To everyone else , Gabriel's reply was perfect - an honor to the family . He was the CEO of Wyndham Real Estate , the most powerful man in the room , the wealthiest of them all . Isla's marriage to him had changed her family's status completely . Her father , Charles , now held influence as a big contractor , while her mother , Diana , had risen in social rank , envied by friends who once mocked her . To them , Isla's marriage had brought nothing but pride . " Sweetheart , " Diana said with hopeful eyes , " what do you say to this ? " All eyes turned toward Isla . The room fell silent , heavy with expectation . Everyone waited for her answer . Isla looked around , her gaze roaming over each face her sisters , her parents , then Gabriel . They were all waiting for a reply they wanted to hear , a reply she knew would be fake if she play along . She finally drew in a breath and spoke with so much gentleness . " I am not ready to be pregnant . " " What ? 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