Chapter 641

Isabella’s POV

But waiting was the hardest part. Every second felt like an eternity. Every heartbeat is a reminder of what I could lose.

I was pulled from my thoughts by the sound of footsteps. I looked up, my heart jumping in my chest.

Damien.

I quickly plastered a smile on my face, forcing my features to relax. I had to be careful. I couldn’t let him see how rattled I was. 

He was too observant, too sensitive to my moods. If he even suspected that something was wrong… I didn’t know how I would explain it.

“Hey, sweetheart,” I said, keeping my voice as light as possible. “Are you done with your shower?”

He nodded, his damp hair sticking to his forehead as he looked up at me. I saw the concern in his eyes, and my heart twisted painfully. Does he know? Did he hear me on the phone?

“You… you look worried, Mom,” he said softly, his voice full of concern. “Are you okay?”

I almost flinched. I had bee