Chapter 160

They snuggled in bed for a bit before getting up to wash up.

While Sebastian was in the bathroom, Isabella headed to the walk-in closet to change. When it was her turn, Sebastian came over and hugged her from behind, his hand gently caressing her belly. "Seems like it's grown a bit more."

"Almost five months now," Isabella replied.

"Time flies," Sebastian said, lowering his eyes to hide his emotions.

This whole mess had completely severed Sebastian's ties with the Landon family.

Even if Matthew got out of prison someday, Charles probably wouldn't forgive Sebastian.

Isabella saw a hint of desolation in Sebastian.

Maybe because he wasn't loved by his parents growing up, Sebastian always had this aura of isolation and loneliness.

It made Isabella's heart ache.

She slowed down her brushing, suddenly wanting to tell Sebastian about the baby.

But Nina and Matthew's words echoed in her ears.

"I'm afraid he's not sincere."

"Do you think he really loves you?"

"He chose you just to get back at me."

Isabella pursed her lips, spat out the foam, and asked, "Sebastian, why did you choose me?"

Sebastian stroked her hair, thinking for a moment before saying, "I don't know."

Isabella was speechless.

Don't know? What kind of answer was that?

She wanted to ask more, but just then Sebastian's phone rang.

He let go of her waist and went out to take the call.

Isabella looked at herself in the mirror, the urge to confess already fading.

Sebastian went to the study to handle some online documents, so Isabella went downstairs first.

Breakfast was already set on the table.

As soon as Isabella walked in, she saw Zoe sitting alone at the table, staring at the food but not eating.

"Mrs. Landon, what's wrong?" Isabella walked over and noticed tears in Zoe's eyes.

Though Zoe was old, she always had a childlike heart. Maybe because she'd been through so much in her youth, she had a peaceful mindset and a sense of acceptance with time.

But today, her expression was different.

Zoe looked at Isabella, blinking back her tears. "How long are you going to keep this from me?"

Isabella's heart skipped a beat.

No one had told Zoe about Matthew, and Sebastian had intended to keep it from her.

But Zoe had found out anyway.

Isabella lowered her eyes, not daring to meet Zoe's gaze.

Zoe sighed. "For so many years, Sebastian has refused to forgive Charles. I know Sebastian holds a grudge, but I didn't expect him to be so ruthless as to personally send Matthew to prison."

Isabella thought carefully before speaking, "Mrs. Landon, this was Matthew's fault."

Zoe looked at her. "Matthew was wrong; but Bella, can you say this had nothing to do with you?"

Isabella was speechless. No matter what, Sebastian's ruthlessness was partly because of her. She couldn't deny it.

Zoe shook her head in disappointment. "Now that Sebastian has completely severed ties with the Landon family, I can't stay here any longer."

She stood up as a driver walked in from the door. "Mrs. Landon, the luggage is all packed. When would you like to leave?"

Zoe waved her hand. "Let's go."

"Mrs. Landon." Isabella stepped forward and grabbed Zoe's hand. "Where are you going?"

Zoe glanced at her, her eyes filled with complex emotions. "It's not convenient for me to stay here. I'll move back to my village. You can have your peace, and I can have mine."

She brushed off Isabella's hand and walked out.

Isabella hesitated for a moment before following her.

As they left the dining room, they saw Sebastian standing outside. It was unclear how long he'd been there, but he didn't ask anything. He just said to Zoe, "I'll take you home."

"No need." Zoe didn't look at Sebastian and walked past him.

"Mrs. Landon." Isabella wanted to stop her but was held back by Sebastian.

Soon, the sound of a car driving away could be heard outside.

Isabella anxiously said, "How could you let Mrs. Landon leave?"

Sebastian smiled bitterly. "I know Grandma best. Once she decides something, no one can change her mind."

He paused and then hugged Isabella. "Isabella, you're all I have left."

Time flew by; two days passed.

During these two days, Isabella successfully attended her graduation ceremony.

Sebastian accompanied her and moved all her things from the dormitory back home.

As they were leaving, Patricia clung to Isabella, wiping away tears. Isabella comforted Patricia, saying she was staying in Lakina and would visit often.

Nina continued to live in the warehouse, selling things at night and looking for work during the day. Without a degree and being older, she couldn't find any decent jobs.

Nina wasn't afraid of hard work. She secretly found a job as a janitor at Moon Club.

She worked at Moon Club during the day and continued selling things at night.

This way, her monthly income was quite decent.

However, the divorce was still being dragged out by Charlie. As long as the divorce wasn't finalized, Nina couldn't feel at ease.

Isabella went to work at the Landon Group and avoided Kelsey whenever she saw her.

However, no matter how much she avoided her, Kelsey eventually cornered her at the water cooler.

Kelsey, hands on her hips, angrily asked, "Isabella, why do you run away when you see me?"

Isabella avoided her gaze. "I don't."

"I know!" Kelsey said, "It's because of Nina, right? That's why you're ignoring me?"

Isabella remained silent.

Kelsey sighed and walked over. "Mom told me everything. Actually, Mom had her reasons. Dad's business was in trouble, and she had to sell the house to help him. She planned to return after giving him the money, but she fainted. At the hospital, she found out she was pregnant. Dad was busy with his business, so Mom had to stay to take care of him..."

Isabella interrupted her, "No matter how hard it was, she shouldn't have abandoned a seven-year-old child! If you were the one abandoned, you wouldn't be saying this so easily. Did you ever think she might die?"

Kelsey was choked up, her eyes turning red. "If it were me, I'd hate her too. I wouldn't forgive her either. But..."

"Ms. Jose," Isabella interrupted again, "You shouldn't be telling me this. You should be telling my sister!"

Isabella tried to leave, but Kelsey grabbed her. "Can you take me to see her tonight? I'll tell her myself."

Isabella pulled her hand back. "Sorry, I can't."

She couldn't bring the Jose family to Nina. She wouldn't allow them to hurt Nina again.

"Isabella." Kelsey stomped her foot and chased after her.

However, as soon as she stepped out, she bumped into Jack.

They exchanged a glance, and before Jack could speak, Kelsey rolled her eyes and walked away.

Jack was speechless.