0018 Isla glanced at the paper in Delphine's hand . Her husband's words echoed in her memory , reminding her of the instruction he had given . She scoffed inwardly but kept her composure . Without replying , she sank back into her chair , resting her back against it , and keeping her cool . Her gaze moved to Sofie , who stood nearby looking shocked at Delphine's boldness . " Miss Delgado ? " Isla's voice was calm but firm . Sofie stepped forward quickly and stood in front of the desk . " Yes , Mrs. Wyndham , " she answered . " Please walk Miss Winthrope out of my office , " Isla said evenly . " And next time , make sure she follows a proper appointment guideline before coming into my office . " " Hen ? " Sofie's eyes widened . She was surprised by the order but quickly straightened up and obeyed . " Yes , ma'am . " The smile on Delphine's face was gone , fading instantly . " You're walking me out ? " she asked in disbelief . " I'm sorry , Miss Winthrope , but if you can please- " Sofie began softly . Delphine lifted her hand , silencing her . " I will be back , " she hissed , before storming out of the office . The door closed with a thud . Sofie immediately turned back to Isla , her face pale . " I'm so sorry , ma'am . Please forgive my mistake . I should have been more careful- " Isla lifted her hand gently . " It's not your fault , " she said . " Now , make me a cup of coffee . And also , call the Creative Director and the Production Manager . Tell them I need them in my office right away . " " Yes , ma'am . Right away . " Sofie hurried out . A few minutes later , Isla sipped from the steaming cup of coffee when the intercom rang . She pressed the speaker button . " Yes , " she said . " The Creative Director and Production Manager are here , ma'am , " Sofie's voice came through , " Please , send them in , " Isla answered , pressing the end button to end the call . The door opened , and two tall , well - dressed men walked into her office . Their presence speaks a volume . The type of men who knew the value of their craft . Isla rose immediately to greet them . " Gentlemen , please have a seat , " she said , gesturing to the sofas at the corner of her office . Both men sat down smoothly , each crossing one leg over the other , their Ip * d already in hand . Isla joined them , taking the seat directly opposite . Sofie entered quietly and placed a cup of coffee before each man . " Thank you , Miss Delgado , " the Production Manager said politely . " Thanks , Sofie , " the Creative Director added . When Sofie left , Isla leaned forward " I'm sorry for calling you in on such short notice , " she began , her tone warm . " But I believe you'll agree this emergency meeting is necessary , considering your new designs are about to launch . I need to know your plan - how you expect to achieve this event " The two men exchanged a quick glance , then nodded . The Production Manager spoke first . " Thank you , Mrs Wyndham , " he said His name was Victor Langston . He had short , dirty - blonde hair and striking green eyes that gave him a youthful energy . " To be honest , I was planning to come to you soon as well . Preparations are moving forward -the venue has been secured , and we've already sent invitations to industry experts and important guests " DO18 +25 BONUS He paused and turned slightly toward the Creative Director , Jeff Carver . " Please , continue , " Isla encouraged gently . Jeff leaned forward . His jaws are sharp , his grey eyes focused . There was confidence in his voice . " The challenge lies in the lead model . We have three top models under contract . After much deliberation , we chose only one for this year's runway . Before your appointment , Mrs. Wyndham , we had already decided on Clara . But then , we received new instructions - from the CEO , passed to us through Miss Winthrope - that she should be the lead . All we need now is your approval . " Isla crossed her arms , adjusting in her seat . Her gaze was steady and unreadable . " My consent is not the most important now , " she said slowly . " What matters is which face can represent Wyndham Wardrobe best and sell the brand to the world . I thought Delphine was supposed to be the top in the industry ? Why did you choose Clara over her ? " Victor spoke up again , his voice honest . " We've had multiple complaints from clients and staff . Delphine is difficult to work with. She ignores instructions , sometimes even disrespects schedules . The Chairman himself told us to pick whoever we believed we could work with effectively . Clara is disciplined , talented , and she's already one of the company's second faces . She may not have Delphine's fame , but she has the right attitude - and she delivers results . " Isla gave a small nod . " If Clara is your choice , then go ahead with your plan . I will explain it to the CEO . " She gave her words . The men looked relieved . They both thanked her , and after a little more discussion , the meeting ended . The rest of the day passed in a blur of documents , phone calls , and quick decisions . Isla threw herself into the work , determined not to let distractions shake her focus . By the time she arrived home , her body was heavy with exhaustion . She dropped her bag on the console and headed straight for her bedroom . Her only thought was to shower and rest . But as she closed the door behind her , she stilled . Gabriel was sitting on her bed . He looked calm , too calm . Isla hated to see him that way . He looked handsome and that sent a rush of emotions through her . She found it hard to look away from him , and that old ache she tried so hard to bury whenever it came to her husband , it's very much alive now . 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