Chapter 921

Ivy made her way up the stairs, her footsteps echoing softly in the quiet of the grand house.

Holden remained where he was, his expression unreadable, betraying nothing of his thoughts.

In the study, Dominic motioned for Isaac to take a seat. “Man, it’s been years since we last caught up. How come you didn’t give me a heads-up before swinging by Craneville?”

“Just needed a change of scenery,” Isaac replied casually.

“How’s everyone else doing?”

“Pretty good, actually. Derek’s about to tie the knot, and Wesley Tueley’s been hitched for a while now. His little girl’s not so little anymore.

Despite the years apart, the bond between Isaac and Dominic hadn’t faded in the slightest. Dominic let out a wistful sigh. “After graduation, my family asked me to come back. I always meant to visit Imperial City again, but just never found the time.”

Politics ran in Dominic’s family for three generations. Following in their footsteps, he’d taken up the mantle, and his influence in Craneville was nothing short of impressive.

“So, when’s your big day, Zac?” Dominic asked, nudging the topic towards matrimony.

mention, a soft warmth touched Isaac’s eyes. “Well,

Knock, knock, knock.

an urgent rap at the door, and in walked a woman dressed

expected Ivy to barge in like this. He stood up abruptly. “Ivy, what brings you

first glance, Ivy’s eyes locked with Isaac’s, and there was a brief, palpable pause.

did he know Dominic?

stood up. “Dominic, who might this be?”

other than our local royal gem, Princess Ivy,” Dominic

mine.” Noticing the lack of warmth in the introduction,

offered a charming smile. “Your Highness.”

Isaac was acquainted with Dominic,

moved forward, extending her hand. “Mr. Salter,

lavish gown, accentuated her slender fingers, drawing the eye.

hand, but released it a moment later.

why don’t you join us for dinner tonight?” he

a moment’s thought, Isaac agreed. He valued his friendship with Dominic immensely, and attending the dinner would also be an opportunity to network. Moving to Craneville hadn’t crossed

settle, and if Brittany wished to commute between cities, he

facade, yet her gaze stayed fixed on Isaac. He was every bit the Salter,

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