Chapter 197

Isabelle’s POV

In addition to sharing the penthouse, Mr. Alvanov had ensured that every bedroom save for one was securely closed. It didn’t take a rocket scientist to know what he was up to. Steel insisted on taking the couch and giving me the bedroom after we had a calm talk. Since this was his family’s penthouse, I attempted to give it to him, but he wouldn’t accept no for an answer.

After that conversation, we split ways, and I stayed in the room. Even if he was being courteous, I had to be cautious. I had no intention of lowering my guard. Not with us spending this much time on one together.

After some time, I eventually went to bed to get some sleep. I had work to accomplish, and without sleep, I couldn’t do it well. After a few hours of sleep, I woke up to the sun streaming into the room. I had to get myself out of bed and get dressed so that we could make it to this meeting on time.

I unpacked my luggage and began looking through each item. I to