Chapter 981

Isabella's chopsticks poked absently at her food.

The meal suddenly lost all its appeal.

"You're right. It's none of my business." She shoved a piece of meat into her mouth but tasted nothing.

A heavy weight pressed against her chest.

What was that bastard doing right now?

Probably wrapped around some other woman...

"Vivian, you're not eating either?" She looked up at her friend across the table.

Vivian forced down a mouthful of rice. "Still adjusting to the time difference."

They lapsed into silence.

Only the clinking of cutlery filled the dining room.

The dishes remained largely untouched.

"Ding—"

Vivian's phone suddenly chimed.

Emily's smiling face appeared on the screen.

"Vivian! Where are you guys?" The girl's cheerful voice rang out.

Vivian adjusted her expression. "We're handling some business overseas."

"I'm coming too!" Emily's eyes lit up. "I'll book a flight right now!"

The call ended before Vivian could respond.

Isabella shook her head. "That girl..."

The doorbell chose that moment to ring.

Both women froze.

"It can't be..."

Vivian approached the door. Her fingers tightened around the handle when she saw through the peephole.

The moment the door opened, Ethan pulled her into a crushing embrace.

"Vivian."

His voice trembled noticeably.

Felix stood behind him, looking sheepish. "They dragged me along!"

Isabella's chopsticks clattered to the floor.

"Felix?!"

Her eyes widened in disbelief.

Felix bristled. "Isabella! Say that again, I dare you!"

Vivian struggled in Ethan's arms. "Let go... I can't breathe..."

He loosened his grip slightly but refused to release her completely.

Isabella's gaze swept over Felix.

So much for being in another woman's bed.

The weight in her chest suddenly lifted.