0014 " Please , Mom , Dad , " Isla finally spoke up , her voice gentle . " It wasn't intentional . We're sorry . Maybe next time . " She knew she couldn't leave all the explaining to Gabriel . It was time to step in . 2 Gabriel leaned back slightly , relieved that Isla had spoken . For a moment , he could breathe again . The atmosphere shifted . The family's mood lightened . On one hand , they were celebrating Maya's pregnancy . On the other , Isla's new position had become a moment of pride for everyone . To be the head of a major clothing company was no small achievement . It was a massive responsibility . Alfred Wyndham , Gabriel's grandfather , knew exactly what he was doing . Isla needed something that would keep her occupied - and , perhaps , something that could bring Gabriel back into their marriage . Gabriel valued that company greatly . It had been his idea from the start , and for years Delphine had been its public face . But Alfred was a master strategist . Though he rarely interfered in Gabriel's handling of the empire , his decision to place Isla at the helm shocked everyone . It was unexpected , but powerful . Diana , swept up in the excitement , postponed everything she had planned just to celebrate her daughter's new appointment . The maids moved gracefully through the room , placing glasses of champagne into waiting hands . Diana lifted her flute high , her voice steady , full of meaning . " To a new beginning , " she declared . Everyone else followed her lead , raising their glasses . Together , their voices blended in unison , " To a new beginning . " The room felt warm with celebration . The men gathered in the living room , their laughter mixing with serious talk about business . It was more than casual conversation - it was a chance . A chance for the other two sons - in - law to get closer to Gabriel to get to know him better . After all , opportunities like this are rare . At first glance , everything looked perfect . Smiles , laughter , and the sound of glasses clinking gave the picture of harmony . Diana , too , smiled politely , happy for her daughter . Yet inside her heart , she was fighting a battle . She knew her daughter was fighting an unseen battle - one that no one else seemed to care about . The Wyndham family had not opened their arms to her , not fully . And it broke her heart to see her daughter suffering . Only Alfred Wyndham had shown Isla true kindness and support . For that , Diana was grateful . But she also knew one man's support was not enough in a family as powerful and calculating as the Wyndhams . Her gaze moved to Isla , who sat with her sisters as they chatted in the grand room . Diana's chest tightened . She wanted to protect her daughter , but she could not fight this battle for her . Isla needed something stronger to secure her place in this family And in Diana's mind , there was only one answer - an heir . A child would bind Isla to the Wyndhams forever . With a baby , no one could push her aside or treat her as less . A future heir was not just a blessing ; it was the shield her daughter desperately needed Diana raised her glass again , but this time , her smile was forced Later that afternoon , Gabriel and Isla left Gabriel had another business appointment to catch , while Isla returned home . At home , she busied herself with work . Her jewelry business was doing well , but she knew it needed someone reliable to manage it , especially now that her new position would consume most of her time . She thought of Betsy She picked up her phone and dialed . " Babes , " Betsy's cheerful voice came from the other end " Can we have lunch together ? I need to discuss business with you " 1/2 0014 +25 BONUS " Of course , " Betsy replied warmly . " I was starting to wonder why you hadn't called me . And don't worry , I never want to get in the way of Gabriel . Which restaurant ? " " I'll make a reservation at Tropicana Cuisine and text you the address . Bye , bye ." Isla ended the call , quickly made the reservation , and sent the details to Betsy . Not long after , Isla arrived at Tropicana Cuisine . She had just stepped out of her car and handed her keys to the valet when her eyes caught a familiar figure . Gabriel . He was walking into the restaurant with Delphine by his side , their hands entwined like lovers . Isla froze for a moment . The sight wasn't surprising , not anymore , but it still stung . Her chest tightened , but she quickly straightened herself . She wasn't here for them . Without hesitation , she stepped out fully , passed her keys to the valet , and walked toward the entrance . Gabriel turned suddenly . His eyes met hers across the distance . His brows furrowed instantly , suspicion flashing in his gaze- as if he thought Isla had followed him here . But Isla didn't flinch . She walked right past him and Delphine , her head high , her pace steady . Delphine's lips curved into a mocking smile as her eyes locked on Isla . She spoke loudly enough for everyone around to hear " Long time no see , Bestie . " Her voice dripped with false sweetness , stopping Isla mid - step . " 1-2 / 2 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!