Chapter 215

Isabelle’s POV

I opened the door to the bar and stepped inside. I made it a point to come a little early as I wanted to see Noami before things got too busy. With the holidays it has been a minute since I’ve seen her. We’ve texted here and there but that’s about it.

I had some time to kill anyway. Steel had been out with Killian for part of the day. Mr. Alvanov had taken Mrs. Alvanov out of town on a little getaway so he was on his way to check in on Scarlet. He offered for me to tag along but I decided since I was in the city that I should use some of my time for my friend.

“Well, well, what do we have here?” Noami smirked as I took a seat on the stool in front of her.

“I know, it’s been a little bit,” I responded.

“Damn right. I was beginning to think you died or something.”

She chuckled as she made her joke.

“I’m sorry.” I apologized.

“It’s just been slightly crazy at work and the holidays. The Alvanovs also happen to be very