Chapter 43

Chapter 43: The Sterling’s Affairs Are Not My

As soon as Alexander entered, the

hall fell silent, everyone’s

expressions turning rather peculiar.

Charlotte squeezed out a pitiful look

and voluntarily approached him.

“Mr. Alexander, if not for you, last night I would have…”

Alexander’s expression was indifferent as he spoke softly.

“As long as you’re all right.‘

Those simple four words seemed to confirm something. Charlotte’s face gradually flushed, her eyes glistening with a watery sheen, even her voice turning a bit coquettish.

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“With Mr. Alexander protecting me,

I’m sure nothing will happen to me.”

Alexander didn’t respond, his gaze shifting to Isabella.

“Come with me. You’ll stay at my

place for the time being.”

7 Until his father’s condition

improved, he wouldn’t allow this

woman to pull another disappearing

act.

Everyone present was stunned, especially Charlotte.

She was unaware of Isabella treating the elder Mr. Windsor and nearly collapsed upon hearing those words.

Alexander was letting Isabella stay at his house…

Eleanor’s eyes flickered. She stepped forward and asked, “Mr. Alexander,

you mean…”

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“This is a Windsor family matter.”

Alexander replied coldly. Eleanor immediately fell silent, not daring to

say more.

Master Windsor held a lofty position and wielded great power. His well–being wasn’t just his own affair. Thus, the Windsors had always kept

this secret, determined not to let

outsiders know of the elder Mr.

Windsor’s health condition.

Charlotte gritted her teeth. “Mr. Alexander, you’re not aware, but I just found out myself. Yesterday’s kidnappers were actually hired by

Isabella.”

“Oh?”

Alexander glanced at Isabella, noting she made no attempt to explain.

Edward chimed in, adding fuel to the fire. “Mr. Alexander, this is

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embarrassing for us. It’s because we

were too lax in disciplining her that

such a thing occurred. Rest assured,

we’ve decided to cut ties with this

girl.”

“You all seem quite eager to convict her. If you claim she orchestrated the kidnapping, then simply call the police.”

Alexander’s tone was casual, but

Edward, his wife, and Charlotte’s expressions instantly changed.

They had hastily concocted this scheme last night. Ever since Isabella’s failed marriage to Oliver Vanderbilt, the Sterlings had been

seeking to rid themselves of this

burden.

If the police got involved, it wouldn’t hold up under scrutiny. Their

framing of Isabella would quickly

come to light.

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They only dared to do this because

they saw Isabella as weak and easly

bulied. With such a serions

annusation banging over her head.

she would surely only think of

self–preservation. Then they could kick her out of the Sterling family with impunity

But now. Alexander had spoken up.

Even with his nerve. Edward didn’t

care to rashly offend Alexander, nor did he want to ruin the Sterling reputation just to drive Isabella

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Mr. Alexander, we can’t call the

police”

Why not?”

Alexander let out a cold laugh. eyeing Edward with amusement.

Edward was at a loss for words. Charlotte hurriedly explained, “She’s

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still my sister, no matter what she’s done. We don’t want to see her go to jail.”

“That’s right, Mr. Alexander. You should understand, we kindheartedly took her in from the orphanage, fully intending to raise her well.

Even if she’s turned out to be a

disappointment, we can’t bear to see her imprisoned.”

Edward chimed in, practically sobbing.

Isabella watched this family’s

performance with cold eyes. Even

now, they still tried to make

themselves look good.

“If I really did kidnap Charlotte, I’m

willing to go to jail.”

As soon as Isabella said this, Eleanor

gritted her teeth fiercely.

“You ungrateful wretch, we’re kind

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enough to let you off the hook, and

you…”

”

“So I should thank you for your

kindness?”

The corners of Isabella’s mouth

quirked up. True, when the Sterlings took her from the orphanage, it was

a kindness to her then. But that debt

had long been repaid!

It was time to cut ties with them.

“I understand your intention. If you

want me to leave the Sterlings,

there’s no need to go to such lengths.

A From today onward, I have nothing

to do with the Sterling family.”

She spoke neither humbly nor arrogantly, leaving the Sterlings a bit

dazed.

Although the Sterlings couldn’t compare to the top families, their circumstances were still quite

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comfortable. Isabella was really

willing to give that up?

Of course, there was no time for

them to dwell on that now. This

outcome was already the best

possible one for the Sterlings.

Isabella turned and walked out, her

face full of resolve.

She no longer had to pretend.

As soon as Isabella left, Eleanor

snorted.

“I knew that wretched girl was up to no good. But forget it, she’s gone now. We won’t pursue it further.”

Alexander gave her a cold look.

Eleanor’s heart trembled and she fell

silent.

“Mr. Alexander, did you come

specifically to see me? I knew you wouldn’t forget our past bond.”

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Past bond? This woman really knew

how to flatter herself.

Alexander looked at her

indifferently, like a sharp sword

pinning Charlotte in place.

“I didn’t come for you. I came for Isabella. And I saved you once, so

we’re even now.”

With that, Alexander turned and left.

Charlotte watched his retreating

figure, her vision spinning…

Outside Sterling Manor, Isabella was

about to hail a passing taxi when the Maybach stopped in front of her.

The window slowly lowered,

revealing Alexander’s frost–covered

face.

“Get in. This time, don’t even think

about running.”

Isabella hesitated for a moment

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before getting into the car.

“I still have those kidnappers in my

custody. They told me it was a

woman who hired them.”

Alexander leaned back in his seat

with his eyes closed, speaking softly.

Isabella frowned, giving the man

beside her a puzzled look.

“Does Mr. Alexander also think I kidnapped Charlotte?”

The corners of Alexander’s mouth

curled up, still not opening his eyes.

“I already sent someone to the

Wraithwood to check the

surveillance footage. Last night, you

deliberately swapped clothes with

Charlotte, didn’t you? Your little

tricks might fool others, but not me.”

Isabella’s heart skipped a beat. The next second, a flash of sharpness

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flickered in her eyes.

“Is Mr. Alexander trying to avenge

his old flame?”

Alexander’s expression remained unchanged.

“She brought it upon herself. The Sterling’s affairs are not my concern. You just focus on treating my father. For the time being, you’ll stay at my place.”

Isabella shrugged, not in the mood

to make a futile effort.

At Wisteria Hall, Aunt Audrey had already prepared a room for Isabella. Hearing she would be staying here, Audrey was naturally overjoyed.

Isabella had essentially been kicked out by the Sterlings, so she hadn’t brought much with her, not even a change of clothes.

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But upon entering the room, she

found the wardrobe filled with

beautiful garments of all styles. Judging from the tags, each one was quite expensive.

Her heart grew even more puzzled.

One thing was certain – even if she hadn’t cut ties with the Sterlings today, Alexander would likely have

taken her away anyway.

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