0020 When she realized he had already drifted off to sleep , she quietly pulled the covers over him , tucking him in gently . She thought about going to sleep . But she didn't feel sleepy at all . Instead of lying restless in bed , she decided to keep herself busy with work . She picked up her phone and chatted with her close friend and a few key partners in her jewelry business . Lately , the sales of her earrings had gone up , and profits were running into several thousands of dollars . It was encouraging , and she felt proud of how much progress she had made in business . During their conversation , she brought up the new product and design she wanted to develop . Though she knew the Wyndham Wardrobe launch was her current priority , she was already planning for that . Once that was done , she would need to travel to Teriporto to properly see things for herself and for material sourcing . This particular design was something she wanted to handle personally . She explained her ideas and outlined the plan with her team . After a long exchange , they wrapped up their chat . Isla set her phone aside with a small sigh of relief . She was just about to put her head on the pillow when Gabriel suddenly began to shiver . His entire body trembled violently , as if he was battling something invisible . His breathing came fast and harsh , and his fists clenched as though he was fighting a war in his sleep . Isla's eyes widened . She reached out with trembling hands and pulled him close against her . Gabriel startled in his sleep , as he let out a sharp scream . His eyes flew open , wild with fear , only to meet Isla's calm electric blue eyes of hers , staring back . " Shhh it's just a dream , " Isla whispered softly , her voice steady despite her own racing heart . Gabriel blinked , chest heaving , and slowly nodded . He tried to steady himself , though Isla could feel how tense his muscles still were . " You're fine now , " she whispered again , gently rubbing his back . " Just relax . " Something in her voice seemed to touch him . The tremors in his body eased , little by little . Was he having nightmares all this time ? Isla wondered , her chest tightening . She had never seen him like this . Without thinking further , she wrapped her arms around him protectively , almost as though she were cradling him . Her small . hands rested against his back , her touch warm and soothing . Gabriel's body softened against her . His arms slid around her waist , holding her firmly , almost as if afraid to let go . He buried his face against her chest , breathing in her scent . Gradually , his breaths grew slower and deeper . Isla stayed still , her fingers running gently through his hair , until she too grew drowsy . Wrapped in each other's warmth , they both drifted back to sleep . The next morning rushed by in a blur . Isla's schedule was so packed that she had to skip lunch entirely . While she worked , she found her thoughts drifting back to Gabriel She remembered how much he ate dinner last night , and it made her wonder - had he skipped meals that day too ? More than that , she couldn't stop thinking about the nightmare . Was it the first time he had one , or had he been silently battling them all along ? By late afternoon , just when she was trying to finish up , her phone rang . She glanced down and froze . The screen displayed " Mother - in - law " Her chest tightened She hesitated for a second before finally answering . " Mother , " she said carefully 0020 +25 BONUS " Meet me in my office now , " came the cold reply , followed by the abrupt sound of the call ending . Isla closed her eyes briefly . She knew from experience that meetings with her mother - in - law never ended well . She avoided her whenever she could , but there was no way out of this one . Just then , a knock came on her door . " Please , come in , " she called , straightening her posture . The door opened , and Alfred Wyndham walked in . Isla's eyes widened in shock . " Grandfather ? " she exclaimed . The old man smiled warmly . " I thought I should check on my favorite granddaughter - in - law . I hope I'm not disturbing your work ? " His tone carried a teasing note . Relief washed over her , and she laughed , rushing into his open arms . His embrace was firm , and he placed a tender kiss on her forehead . When they pulled apart , Isla gestured toward the sofa . " Grandfather , please , sit . " He lowered himself into the seat slowly , leaning back with a sigh . She sat beside him , holding his hand with care . " What can I get you ? " she asked , her voice full of respect . He chuckled , shaking his head . " What could you possibly get me? I don't need anything , child . I've just come from Anna's office . And let me tell you - avoid her for now . " He gave another short laugh , though his eyes carried something more serious . Isla's heart dropped . Something is wrong , she thought immediately . " What happened ? " she asked quickly . " I didn't do anything to her . She called me earlier , asking that I see her . " Alfred tightened his grip on her hand . " No , don't go . Just head home and take care of your husband . That is the only thing that matters to me . " Her eyes stung . " Grandfather , is this about Delphine ? If it is , please ... just let her be . " Isla's voice was soft , almost pleading . Alfred's expression hardened . " No. She brought this upon herself . This is my company , and I don't mix sentiment with business Isla , you've done an excellent job . Don't let anyone use you for selfish reasons . " Isla swallowed the lump in her throat . " I love you , Grandfather . I'll do my best never to disappoint you . " A small smile returned to his face . " And nothing would gladden my heart more than for you and Gabriel to give me a great- grandson " He teased , his voice soft again . Isla laughed , though her cheeks turned warm with shyness . His request echoed in her ears , bringing back the memory of her own mother's request not too long ago The thought made her chest tighten with mixed emotions . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!