Chapter 35. Isabella Bothering Me

EVERLY

Kaelan glanced over his shoulder at me and whispered “Isabella”

I looked away and didn’t say a word.

Kaelan ushered her in.

“Good morning, Everly,” Isabella said, with such a sweet tone that made my teeth ache. She entered my room carrying a silver tray. The aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the air. “I made this for you. Thought you might enjoy a personal touch.”

I arched a brow, and set my teacup down slowly. “You made this? Yourself?”

She nodded enthusiastically, her blonde curls bouncing. “I did! I woke up early just to prepare it. I wanted to show you how sorry I am for everything.”

Kaelan took a seat and exchanged a glance with me. He looked skeptical and bored with Isabella’s show.

I gave her a tight smile. “Thank you, Isabella. You can leave it on the table.” I pointed to the table in a corner.

She hesitated, and continued to hold the tray as if her life depended on it. “Actually,” she said softly, “I rea