Chapter 12 Cooperation ? Yep He stepped cloure , towering over her with a sardoule smile plays playing at his tips .
I need a wife to handle my family and the media , and you need a husband to escape Dominics shadow .
We each get what we want , without interfering in each others lives .
Isabella stared at him for a moment , then let out a low laugh .
Sounds fair This Lacs Montgomery seemed quite different from his playboy reputation .
|| Just the precision and sharpness he displayed now , it all said otherwise .
Lucas didnt notice her rang thoughts .
He reached for a folder on the nearby shelf and handed it to her : [ ] Heres the addendam to the prenup .
Take a look .
After marriage , well be husband and wife in name , but our personal lives and finances remain separate of parse , in public , well need to act like a devoted couple .
Isabella skimmed through the document , then looked up .
And if one of us wants out ? Lucass gaze flickered , but his tone remained casual .
Give a three month notice , walk invay dean Dead ] Isabella signed the document without hesitation and pasted it back to him Lucas tacked the papers away , then suddenly leaned in close , his long fingers tilting her chin upward .
The businesslike demeanor vanished , and the teasing was back However , Mrs.
Montgomery , 1 suggest you start getting comfortable with your new identity … He turned his head , his lips almost hrushing her car .
After all , starting tomorrow , the entire city will be watching us , betting on how long this marriage will Jast Isabella met his gaze meadily , a smile forming .
Dont worry I wont disappoint you , Mr.

Montgomery , Lucas diuckled with satisfaction , then released her and headed for the door .
Goodnight then , Mrs.
Montgomery .
The door clicked shut behind him , lering Isabella alone .
She stared at her wedding dress clad reflection in the mirror as she slowly exhaled The next day .
isabella stood with her suitcase in front of the Montgomery estate , gazing up at the understated yet luxurious mansion The entire property resembled a sleeping brast quiet , but dangerous || Miss Bennett , Mr.
Montgomery instructed me to show you to the master bedroom to get settled .
[ The buder had appeared silently beside her , his lone respectful but cold Isabella nodded , following his across the grounds .
Water droplets from the fountain sparkled in the sunlight , and Juliet roses bloomed throughout the garden .
It was a far cry from the cedarwood and mint cologne that clung to Dumades apartment || A faint woody scent hung in the air Lucass signature timel The puler didnt pause in the entrance hall , instead leading her straight up to the third floor The other family members rarely sta layout stay here , he explained as they walked .
But if youre interested , I can give you a tour later .
Help you get familiar with the isabella stood on the stairs , looking down at this beautiful yet frigid house in silence .
Her fingers unconsciously fidgeted with the handle of her suitcase .
The estate was immense , with portrait galleries lining the corridors .
Each painted pair of eyes seemed to scrutinize her the outsider .
Remembering Lucass earlier comment that one reason for their marriage was to appease his family , she suddenly found the mansion even more intimidating .
Mr.
Montgomery mentioned youd only be staying here temporarily .

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After youve met the elders , hell take you to his house .
) So it wasnt just her .
Even Lucas wouldnt be staying here long Isabella pushed open the bedroom door .
Sunlight streamed through floor to ceiling windows , casting dappled patterns across the carpet .
||| Π The room was more minimal than shed expected .
No extravagant decor just a massive bed and a wall of bookshelves .
|| She moved closer and noticed the neatly lined up finance books .
The worn spines hinted that theyd been frequently consulted .
] Miss Bennett, Ill leave you to settle in .
If you need anything , just let me know .
Mr.
Montgomery will return later to take you to the family dinner .
Got it .
Thanks .
The dour clicked shot and Tabella was alone .
Isabella let out a breath and sank onto the couch .
She took out her phone to ask Lucas about any protocols for the family dinner .

But at that moment , Dominics call came through .
[ ] Dominics name Dashed across the screen .
Isabella didnt hesitate .
She declined the call and blocked the number .
[ ] Still , text messages immediately flooded in Isabella , we need to talk .
The wedding wasnt what you think.1 ) I never stopped loving you .
]] ] She tossed her phone unto the bed and walked to the window , taking deep breaths .
Seven years of what she thought was love nothing but a sick game of substitution .
she couldnt understand how Dominic could still spout such self righteous declarations .
Running her fingers through her curled hair , she remembered it was the exact style Dominic had personally taken her to get Chloes signature look .
|| Then footnes approached outside , Isabella quickly wiped away the tears that haing yet fallen .
The door swung open , and Liscas leaned against the frame , looking every bit the reckless playboy he was rumored to be Looks like Mrs.
Montgomery is all settled in usual flippancy , but his eyes ke keenly taught her reddened eyes Isabellas nalla dug into her palm as she forced a sundle .
7 just arrived.
I was about to unpack | Larm walked in , dosing the door behind him .
He carried the faint scent of alcohol mixed with woody cologne , creating a strangely contradictory impression || The Candy dinners been moved up , Lucas said .
|| My grandfather want to meet you .