Enrico’s gaze shifted back to Carmen, and his jaw tightened subtly. He had indeed promised her a private discussion, but he hadn’t anticipated her pushing the matter now, especially in front of Isabella. Turning to Isabella, he offered a soft, apologetic look. “If you’d prefer that I don’t speak with her right now, I’ll obey whatever you say,” he assured her, his tone sincere. “But I did give my word. I promise it won’t take long.”
Carmen’s patience was visibly thinning, and she rolled her eyes as she watched Enrico’s affectionate tone with Isabella. It was clear that the tenderness he showed toward Isabella grated on her, a reminder that despite whatever history she and Enrico shared, he had chosen to build a future with someone else.
Isabella met Enrico’s gaze, sensing his genuine desi
