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.

would come to this, I never would’ve invested in that research institute, let alone let Zac take those risks. Thankfully, that

bed for her, finding only cool sheets. His eyes fluttered open just in

frown of concern creasing his forehead. He felt the chill on her as he pulled

went to get some milk,” she explained.

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

to find Grace undergoing her daily health check by the doctor. Exchanging greetings, she then sat down for a

entering, a metallic scent tinged the air. Joie was sprawled on the floor, her

lit with a mix of fear and anger upon seeing her.

Brittany couldn’t help but feel a surge

don’t hurt yourself,”

physical altercation, pleaded, “Bro Isaac, don’t go,

do if Brittany

a backward glance.

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

you dare lay a finger on me, I won’t

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