Twisted Ties of Love (Izabella Salotti and Brett) novel Chapter 575

Casey hung up the phone, his expression clouded with concern. "Who's trying to meet up with you?"

"Liam."

Casey, of course, recognized the name; Liam was one of Brett's guys. What could he possibly want with Izabella now, asking for a one-on-one?

Seeing Casey's furrowed brow, Izabella reached out and gently smoothed the lines on his forehead.

"It's no big deal to meet, plus he's agreed to come over to our place."

"When did he say he wanted to meet?"

"Let me think about it."

Casey would never stop Izabella from seeing anyone; he respected her too much for that. But the worry was evident in his eyes, especially now with Izabella pregnant. He wanted her to be extra cautious.

As they got into the car, Casey suggested a time. "How about tomorrow? Let's get it over with early. It's my day off from the film set, so I can stay home and keep you company."

Izabella nodded in agreement, then sent Liam a text to confirm the time for the next day.

Liam felt a stone lift from his heart when he received the text. He had half-expected Izabella to refuse, but she had made her decision swiftly. She was too kind-hearted for her own good, always giving in to people's requests.

The time was set for ten in the morning. Liam arrived at Spring Bay ten minutes early, carrying a briefcase in one hand and a laptop in the other.

"Ms. Salotti."

"Yeah?" Izabella stepped aside to let him in. "Come on in. What can I get you? Something to drink? Soda, coffee, or tea?"

Liam hadn't expected such a warm reception from Izabella. He thought she would still be furious with him, especially after he had nearly killed Casey.

For some reason, this made his throat tighten. It was one thing to observe from the sidelines, but another to be the aggressor. He never expected forgiveness from Izabella, and her calm demeanor was harder to bear than if she had been shouting at him.

People really can be their own worst enemies.

Liam sighed deeply, realizing he had been with Brett for too long, adopting the same façade, never letting his true feelings show.

"I'll just have some water, thanks."

As Izabella led him to the sitting room, Casey went to prepare a cup of tea.

The tea was Izabella's favorite daily drink, a fruit-infused blend that filled the room with a soothing aroma. It was said to ease mental fatigue. This particular blend was crafted by Bunny, who, upon hearing that Izabella was having nightmares, personally picked and dried the herbs and brought them over for her daily comfort.

"Thanks."

Liam felt awkward, a mix of guilt and shame making him fidget, uncertain whether to drink the water or to start talking business.

Seeing Casey's protective stance, Liam ventured, "Mr. Dempsey, could I have a moment alone with Ms. Salotti?"

The look of suspicion on Casey's face was expected. After all, Liam had nearly taken his life. It wasn't a matter of forgiveness but of life and death. To act as if nothing had happened would be foolish.

Casey didn't like the idea of leaving Izabella alone, but after seeing the pallor and the dark circles under Liam's eyes, Izabella reassured him, "It'll just be a quick chat. There won't be any trouble."

Liam added, with a tinge of bitterness, "Don't worry, I won't hurt her."

Casey glanced at the security monitor on the wall, a silent reminder to Liam that trust was not freely given here.

Understanding the gesture, Liam watched as Casey left the room, feeling the oppressive atmosphere lighten slightly.

Liam pursed his lips, then stood up, took a couple of steps toward Izabella, and bowed deeply, his body frozen at a ninety-degree angle.

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