Ch-14
Isabel was dragging the suitcase late at night as she went to the way of her and James apartment.She was very unwilling to stay with him for a few days but she had no choice.It was the only way to avoid James' suspision.Gael had also told her that she didn't have to do all this,but Isabel wanted to solve this problem to the root.It would be very dangerous if everything was dealt sloppily,especially with James' suspicious nature,everything would be over.
Walking that familiar path only brought back unpleasant memories.The two she trusted most had always loathed and used her.Her stomach turned remembering those two and the fact that she had to sleep in that same bed and next to him.
Though each step was slow,the destination was the same and Isabel found herself infront of the door.Entering the code she pushed open the door finding all the lights off.She quietly entered the place and looked around at the place she once thought of as home.It reminded her of the numerous time she went on business trips to fix things for James.He never waited for her,she would always find him peacefully sleeping .To think he would sleep like that while being not only a cheater,but also a criminal,some people really had no conscience.
After quietly entering the bedroom she watched that person just like those times,but this time those emerald eyes had no love and tenderness,onlya coldness and hate.People had always said that theres a thin line between love and hate.One wrong step from somebody and all that warm love would turn to a cold feeling of hatred.
Looking at that person,the same words that she had listened less than two months ago started replaying.
"How can a boring woman like her compare to you?If anything she's good at it's being a money bag."
"Would I ever lie to you?You real well why I married he.If her grandfather didn't leave her all that land and money,I wouldn't even glance at her."
Those words had completely crushed her.If she had heard these words when she was a few years younger,her confidence would've been turned to ashes,but she has experienced much more.If it was young Isabel she would be locked in her room blaming herself for not being enough to keep him,for being bad wife.She had already learned that some things weren't her fault,some people are just cruel and selfish.You can give everything to them,help them,care for them and they'll still ruthlessly step on you.
She came closer to the sleeping James,while intrusive thoughts kept filling her head.Choke him!Suffocate him with the pillow!Things would be horrible if people let their intrusive thoughts win.
James felt a piercing gaze on himself.When he saw a figure standing there staring at him,long straight hair,dark clothes with an emotionless face,he immediately shot up,sucking a cold breath and trembling.After realising who it was he calmed down and spoke while holding his chest.
"You scared the **** out of me!Why were you standing there like that Isabel?I thought you were a ghost."
Isabel didn't answer and just looked at him.
Taking a few deep breaths he continued.
"You're finally back.How did the business go?Is everything okay there?"
"…All well with WAZ…But the vinery needs a lot of work."
"How much?"
"I need a few more trips there."
"Mmm."
James saw that Isabel was standing in the same position and looked at her strangely.She wasn't coming to hug him.She seemed a bit…distant and cold.
"Why are you standing there?"
Isabel rubbed her forehead and sighed.
"Sorry,my brains a bit scattered.Might be the time difference."
"Ok." But James still looked at her like that.Isabel felt her skip a beat.What if he sees through?It's so hard acting differently and unfazed when you're infront of the person.Gael really had a hard time back then,acting like nothing was wrong with Hannah.But her face was still the same.
"I'll go take a shower,now.You go back to sleep." She then went to the walk in closet.She saw the neatly folded towels and looked for the most unreachable one.At least that had the lowest chance of being used by them.
When Isabel was heading outside the room James asked.
"Where are you going?"
"To the bathroom to take a shower.I just told you." Isabels tone had a hint of annoyance.
"Why aren't you using the one here?"
"I don't wanna bother you.You have to get up early for work so I'm using the one in the guest bedroom."
James' tone had obvious suspisions.
"That's strange of you."
Isabel looked at him her mouth opened from surprise.
"Strange?Seriously?James,I try to be considerate for you and you tell me I'm strange?"
Seeing he touched a nerve James decided to back down and coax her."You don't have to be so angry."
"Oh?Now you're saying I'm unreasonably angry?"
"I didn't mean that."
"James,I have been working day a night trying to finish all the work so I can come home quickly and be with you.I even tried to be considerate to use the guest room to not bother you,because I know how important tomorrows meeting is for my husband and how much importance you put on resting the night before.But instead of thanks ,I get considered as unreasonable?!"
"I didn't mean it that way,really…Thanks for being considering." James wanted to back down since he saw how irritated and tired she was.
"Hah?Thanks?For Gods sake,at least be a bit more genuine,James.Since my strangeness is bothering you so much,I'll also sleep in the guest room.Good night!"Isabel said angrily as she stormed out of the room.
James decided to cut her some slack since he already knew how short tempered she was when she's tired.
Avoided him for tonight.Isabel sighed with relief when she got in the bathroom.If she tried making excuses it would make her seem more suspicious.So having a temper tantrum after a tiring 8 hour flight and a sweet apology the next day would do it.Though she hadn't known James' evil nature,it didn't mean Isabel couldn't understand his behaviour.So knowing him,that was the best move for that time.She should also try to not let her hate and disgust show so much,it would be hard but it was for the best result.
Isabel got in the shower and let the hot water wash away all her unpleasant thoughts.