Chapter 171

Facing big shots like Sebastian and Zaire, Charlie was just a joke.

Charlie's words might scare ordinary people like Isabella.

She started worrying about Nina because of him.

But to Sebastian and Zaire, Charlie's words meant nothing.

Charlie quickly lost his nerve, avoiding eye contact and looking guilty.

"Charlie, you left Pine Hill Residences early and went straight to the hospital. Then, thirty minutes later, the news of your mom's death came out. Could there be a connection?" Zaire speculated casually.

But Charlie's face changed instantly. "Mr. Jose, you can't say that. Nina hurt my mom and she was sent to the hospital. The police were there. How is this my fault? That's ridiculous!"

He was so worked up that his face turned red.

Zaire smiled faintly. "I was just curious. Why are you so defensive?"

Charlie was speechless.

He noticed everyone's expressions were off, especially Sebastian and Zaire, who seemed to see right through him.

Feeling regretful, Charlie knew he shouldn't stay and left.

As soon as he left, Zaire signaled to his subordinate, "Keep an eye on him!"

The subordinate nodded and followed Charlie.

Soon, news came from Moon Club that Nina had been taken by the police.

Isabella was anxious but didn't push Sebastian.

She knew from experience not to be impulsive.

'Like Sebastian taught me, stay calm no matter what,' Isabella thought.

Sebastian took a call and then said, "We're going to the police station."

Isabella nodded, and they left.

Susan muttered, "Isabella and Nina are such trouble!"

Zaire, who was texting, glanced at her.

Susan quickly said, "Zaire, why are you involved? You usually don't meddle."

It seemed like Isabella and Nina's business.

Given Isabella and Sebastian's relationship, Sebastian had to step in if something happened to them.

But why was Zaire so dedicated?

Zaire paused and said, "Nina is my sister."

Susan was shocked.

Even Emily and Leo looked over.

They knew about the missing daughter of the Jose family and that the family had been searching for years.

No one thought she'd be found after all this time.

But she was.

Zaire looked at Susan with a hint of regret.

He shouldn't have told her but couldn't hold back.

Zaire said, "Isabella is with Sebastian, and Nina is part of the Jose family, so don't look down on them."

Then, Zaire left.

Susan wanted to call him back but didn't.

Watching Zaire walk away, Susan knew calling out wouldn't make him stay.

Once he was out of sight, she muttered, disappointed, "He's really changed over the years."

Deborah was dead, and Nina was detained. Sebastian had managed to suppress all the online news.

So much had happened in just two days, making Isabella anxious.

Even though she knew Sebastian and the Jose family would handle it, she still couldn't sleep well.

When she woke up, the bed was already empty.

Isabella put on her slippers and went downstairs. As she reached the staircase, she heard Jack and Sebastian talking quietly.

She couldn't make out their conversation, so she held onto the railing and walked down. When they noticed her, they stopped talking.

"You go handle it," Sebastian said, waving Jack off and walking towards Isabella.

Jack nodded and left.

Worried about Nina, Isabella asked, "Why is Jack here so early? Did something happen?"

Sebastian hugged her. "No."

He didn't mention their conversation, only asking, "Are you hungry?"

Isabella was indeed a bit hungry.

She was in her mid-pregnancy, past the early stages, and had a good appetite.

Because of all the recent stress, she hadn't eaten well in the past two days. Now she was really hungry.

Sebastian took her to the dining room, where a spread of food and snacks awaited.

Since Zoe moved out, they had changed nutritionists several times. Sebastian had been very strict with the nutritionist's requirements to ensure Isabella's health.

Today's dishes were perfect for a pregnant woman.

After eating her fill, Isabella pushed the dishes away.

Sebastian said, "I have to go out for a while. If you need anything, call me."

Isabella nodded but still asked worriedly, "What about my sister..."

"She'll be fine," Sebastian said, patting her head.

Isabella paused and then asked, "Any leads on the photo leak?"

At the hospital, Sebastian had asked Jack to investigate.

When she came downstairs, Isabella vaguely heard something about the IP address Sebastian had mentioned before.

With Jack's efficiency, there should be results by now.

Isabella didn't ask earlier, waiting for Sebastian to tell her.

When Sebastian was about to leave without saying anything, Isabella got anxious and finally asked.

Sebastian paused and said, "It's still under investigation. But there's one thing I need to tell you."

"What is it?"

"Charlie's mistress is Vanessa."

Isabella was stunned, "It's her?"

Her first reaction was shock, but then it all made sense.

"So Vanessa got involved with Charlie to get back at me?"

Sebastian held her shoulders, "This has nothing to do with you. It's Vanessa's own disgrace."

"I need to handle some company matters. Stay home and don't go anywhere. If anything happens, call me. What happened that day must never happen again. Understand?"

Isabella nodded slowly.

After Sebastian left, she sat on the sofa, lost in thought.

Suddenly, the doorbell rang.