Chapter 15 Brooklyn Arts Center .
Isabella mod froze before an abstract painting The canvas was dominated by fractured shades of blue lice a shattered ocean .
But if you looked closer , it resembled eyes crying ! She wore a simple beige hartleneck with straight cut jeans today , the snowflake diamond on her left ring finger etching the gallery lights in brilliant flashes .
] Good taste .
Its called Spilled Water .
Isabella turned at the voice to find Lucas suddenly beside her , holding two cups of coffee .
] ] He wore a dark gray hurtleneck that accentuated his sharp festures , with a bit of a smile behind his glasses .
] ] What are you doing here ? Didnt you have a meeting ? Isabella accepted the coffer .
Her fingertips accidentally brushing against his warm and dry ] Lucas shrugged .
Wrapped up early .
My stant mentioned you were here .
Thought you might need this .
He pulled a card from his pocket .
Theres a small muction after the exhibition .
If you like the painting , buy it .
Isabella shook her head Thats too much.- || Lucas tilted his head , eyes gleaming as he pushed the card closer .
[ ] Consider Itu wedding gift .
He leaned closer to her est , his warm breath tickling her earlobe .
Besides , dont forget were the perfect couple now .
His voice carried a leasing note .
But Isabella noticed he wasnt wearing cologne today , just the dean scent of aftershave It felt more affecting than any performance hed ever put on Well , at Mrs.
Montgomery anjoying herself- || A sharp voice cut through their moment Chloe strumed toward them ontfour inch heels , each step making a staccator click against the floor .
Her red dress sliced through the quiet gallery like an open wound Tabelles body visibly teased at the inund of Chloes voice .
[ Lucas subtly stepped half a pace forward , positioning himself between them .

Miss Winslow .
Didnt expect in see you here .
] ] Oli , Its not a coincidence .
I came specifically for her , she polested a crimson tipped finger straight at laabolta .
Whers wrong ? Too good to see me now that youve married a new rich husband ? || Her to cut through the quiet gallery , drawing glances from several visitors Isabella took a deep breath and stepped out from beland Lucas What do you waar , Chloe ? Chlors gaze med over Isabella .
Then she let out a sharp laugh Oh , drop the innocent ad Everyone knows Donate got tired of you , so you found yourself a new sugar daddy , I bet Mr.
Montgomery here doesnt know that you spent seven years with Dominie Hell , you even know his favorite facking positions in || SLAP The crack of the slap dined through the gallery , Isabellas hand hovered in the ale , still trembling from the impact [ ] Chine dutched her check , eyes wide with shock .
You ..
you hit me ? ] * right cld .
That slap was to teach you what manners are Dominic and I are over .
So please stay the fuck out of my way .
foes eyes flashed with fury .
She raised her coffee cup and flung its contents toward tabella [ Laras reacted with lightning reflexes , pulling Isabella aside .
The entire cup of coffee splashed across his own clothes instead .
Security Lucars authoritative command brought two guards running immediately Lucas stood protectively in front of Isabella , careful not to let the coffee stained shirt touch her .
But his protective stance made their intimacy clear to everyone .
Though his voice wasnt loud , it carried enough for everyone nearby to hear clearly .
Escort this woman out , and notify all Montgomery Group properties Chloe Winslow is permanently banned ] Chloes face went sheet white .
You cant do that Why not ? Lucas removed his coffee stained glasses with casual indifference .
Been too busy to keep up with the news , Chlor ? Without his glasses , his sharp gaze cut right through her || This morning , the Montgomery Media Group successfully acquired thiny percent of your Esthers company shares .
He cleaned his glasses as he continued .
Oh, and by the way Lucas lowered his voice , but kept it just loud enough for Chloe .
Those vacation photos from the Maldives last year you looked absolutely radiant .
That geodeman with you looked rather familiar too .

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Mr , Brnoon , wasnt it ? All color drained from Chloes face .
Lucas hadnt explicitly stated anything , but she understood perfectly .
The Mr.
Brockton he mentioned was a married man .
You how did you .
7 ] If Lucas new shout this , what else might he know ? Chloe didnt dare contemplate is further .
But the next moment , security guards appeared at her sides || Take her out .
Lucas put his glasses back on , the picture of civilized composure with a slight smile playing on his Lips .
The security guards immediately escorted a struggling Chloe toward the exit .
Overwhelming panic drowned her Chloe fought against their grip and screamed .
Isabella ! You think he really gives a shit about you ? Hes just 1 The doors closed behind her , putting off her words mid sentence .
As Isabella recovered from the shock , she realized shed been clutching the hom of Lucass sweater the entire time .
She quickly released it , noticing the fabric had been wrinkled in her grip Im sorry ….
Lacas reached for her trembling and instead .
Dont worry about it .
He looked toward the Spilled Water painting .
Do you like it Isabella nodded , then immediately shook her head .
The too sad ..
But honest , L Lucas replied .
He raised his hand , signaling to a staff me .
After the exhibition , send it to my address .
Neither felt like continuing through the exhibition || Do the drive home , Isabella remained silent .
Lacas didnt press her .
He simply turned up the heat in the car .

The car came to a stop in front of the mansion .
Isabella finally asked .
Those photos ..
do you actually have them ? | What she really wanted to know was whether Chlors affair was real Lucas turned to look at her , his expression complex .
Does it matter whether I do or non- silence filled the car , broken only by the soft ucking of Lucass wristwatch .
No , bella said , meeting his gaze .
just wanted to thank you .
Lucas kept his eyes on her , a hint of something dark flickering in his gaze .
You should understand something .
Even if our marriage is a business arrangement , the title of Mrs.
Montgomery isnt .
Its not just for show .
isabella caught the faint scent of coffee still lingering on him Trom the moment you put on that ring nobody fucks with you .
The gavity in his voter made bell book up , finding herself caught in Lucass intense gaze .
There was more of his usual mockery there .
In the dim light of the car , his eyes held something dark and Tabellas palms grew damp , and she unconsciously leaned back But the car door was right behind her there was nowhere left to retreat Liss gare darkened before he looked away , his practiced carefree smile returning to his face Theres a charity gala tought Ive had adress delivered for you .
Till pick you up at seven Tabella nodded her eyes tracking him as he walked around the car to open her door .
I unreadable .
[ As the passed in , as leaned in .
The photos are real .
Not just Mr.
Brockion .
Theres also Chairman Smith , the young Mr.
Brown … Brabelling head snapped up finding tucss expression calm to the point of coldness If you want those files ca be on every media editors desk by tomorrow morning I