0007 " We're here , sir , " the driver said politely . " Thanks , Thomas , " Gabriel replied flatly . +25 BONUS He opened the door and stepped out without even glancing at Isla . It was as if she wasn't even there . Isla remained in the back seat , frozen for a moment . Her lips pressed together . Her mind was still spinning from his earlier words , from the way he had demanded that she give Delphine the lead runway job . She let out a long , shaky sigh before finally stepping out of the car . When they reached the penthouse , Gabriel disappeared upstairs . A while later , he returned to the sitting room , no longer in his business suit . He had changed into something softer yet beautiful . A black trousers with fitted black shirt , and a brown jacket that gave him an effortless authority . Isla was seated on the couch , her tablet in her lap . She scrolled through new earring designs , checking preorder lists , trying to lose herself in her work . When Gabriel stopped in front of her , she looked up at him . " There's no need waiting for me tonight , " he said casually , " I'll be coming home late . " Before she could answer , he turned on his heel and left the room . The door clicked shut behind him . Isla's eyes followed him until he disappeared . She shook her head slowly . There was no use in arguing . Words with Gabriel always turned against her . She exhaled deeply, forcing herself back into her work . After a while , she finished her tasks and put the tablet away . · Preparing to rest for the night . Just then , her phone buzzed . The screen lit up with the name Bestie . A faint smile curled at her lips . It was Betsy . She answered quickly . " Hello ? " " Where have you been , Isla ? " Betsy's voice came through . Her voice sounded half annoyed , and worried . " I've been waiting for you all day ! " " I'm so sorry , " Isla said tiredly . " Something came up and I couldn't call . I'm home now . Please , don't even ask me why . I'm not in the mood to talk . " " What ? Home ? You mean the penthouse ? " Betsy's tone jumped with surprise . " Yes , " Isla replied . " But don't worry , I'll explain later- " " Let's go out tonight , " Betsy cut in . " What ? Tonight ? Betsy , it's late already . " " Exactly ," Betsy teased . " It's the perfect time to relax . Just like old times . Besides , I'm sure Gabriel is probably with that model right now " The mention of Delphine made Isla's heart twist painfully . The thought of Gabriel spending the night with Delphine burned her chest Suddenly , the hesitation left her " You know what ? I'll be with you soon . " She hung up and walked straight into her room Isla pulled open her suitcase , rummaging for something that could transform her look tonight . She found a beige short skirt and a sequined black tank top . She paired it with a brown jacket and slipped into brown knee - high boots . Her long , wavy blonde hair fell down her back in waves . She looked into the mirror and smiled to herself . 0007 +25 BONUS Tonight , she promised herself to enjoy the night . Moments later , she arrived at Betsy's place , her best friend was already waiting outside , arms crossed dramatically . As soon as Betsy slid into the car , her eyes widened . She gasped loudly . " What happened to you ? Where's Isla ? Who's this goddess in front of me ? " she screamed jokingly . 7 : Isla rolled her eyes , though a small laugh escaped her lips . " Stop being dramatic and tell me where we're going . " Betsy smirked . " There's this new club opening tonight . We have to check it out . But fair warning , your account will cry . " Isla laughed , shaking her head . " Nice try . You know that's impossible . And anyway , where's the fun in using my card ? " She glanced sideways at Betsy , her tone playful but edged with mischief . Betsy gasped , clutching her chest . " Oh my God . Don't tell me you're using Gabriel's card again ? " By the time they pulled up at the club , the mood between them was light and buzzing . Isla handed her car key to the valet with a smile . Together , they both walked into the building . The club was unlike any Isla had been to before . No loud chaos , no drunken crowds . It was elegant . Everywhere smelled of expensive drinks . This was not a club for ordinary people . It was for the elite , the richest of Carminton . A handsome host approached them , welcoming them with a warm smile . " Welcome , beautiful ladies . Are you here for relaxation or a meeting appointment ? I'll be your host tonight . " Isla and Betsy exchanged a glance and burst out laughing . " We need a private corner , just for the two of us , " Betsy said boldly , then leaned closer with a flirty grin . " You can also join us if you like . " The man chuckled . " Come with me . I have the perfect place . " They followed him through the lavish interior . But before Isla could settle into the thrill of the night , her steps faltered . She felt a set of eyes watching her . Then she stilled . Across the room , in another private corner , Gabriel sat with three men . Business associates , most likely . Papers and glasses of whiskey were on the table . He had been speaking , but the moment his eyes landed on his wife , his words stopped mid- sentence . The men followed his gaze , curious . Their eyes landed on Isla and Betsy . " Ah , Mr. Wyndham ," one of them said with a sly smile , " you have good taste . But if you don't mind me saying this . I like the blonde . She's stunning . Don't you think ? " Gabriel's jaw tightened . His face darkened instantly . The glare he shot the man was enough to slice him in half . Even though he wasn't saying anything . The tension in the room was high and everyone could feel it . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!