The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Chapter 866

Brittany felt a pang of thirst after indulging in a late-night snack. In the wee hours, her stomach settled, but her throat parched. She tiptoed downstairs to the kitchen to get some milk.

On her way back to her bedroom, the soft glow from the study caught her eye.

“Must be Grace forgetting to turn it off again,” she mumbled to herself, veering towards the study.

The soft-soled slippers made her steps virtually silent on the polished wooden floor.

At the study’s door, Brittany paused, hearing a low voice murmuring from within.

“You tell me, why’d you have to go so soon? Left me all alone here, still worrying about the grandkids. Can’t join you just yet…

Brittany froze.

Grandma was still awake at this hour?

Realizing she shouldn’t eavesdrop, Brittany quickly retreated. Inside the study, Grace seemed caught in a monologue, speaking to someone who wasn’t there.

I’d known things would come to this, I never would’ve invested in that research institute, let alone let Zac take those risks. Thankfully, that girl’s been found. Once I settle these matters, I’ll

in her room, Brittany’s return stirred Isaac. He reached out in bed for her, finding only cool sheets. His eyes fluttered open

a frown of concern creasing his forehead. He felt the chill on

some

milk and giving Isaac a reassuring kiss, Brittany whispered, “Sleep now.”

find Grace undergoing her daily health check by the doctor. Exchanging

air. Joie was sprawled on the floor, her

with a mix of fear

Brittany couldn’t help but feel a surge

hurt yourself,”

recalling their last physical altercation, pleaded, “Bro Isaac, don’t

would she do if Brittany attacked her

left without a

late to curse Isaac’s cold heart. She curled up, inching closer to the wall in a

you-if you dare lay a finger on me, I won’t let you off

unfazed, advanced on