CHAPTER SIXTY TWO - A Family’s Darkest Secrets

Lucas approached her cautiously. "Ella? Are you alright?" She whirled to face him, her eyes blazing. "Am I alright? Lucas, are you seriously asking me that?" Lucas took a step back, surprised by her vehemence. "What's wrong? I thought you and Isabella were getting along." Ella let out a harsh laugh. "Getting along? Lucas, she's here constantly. She's inserting herself into every aspect of our lives, our business. And you... you just let her!" "Ella, come on. You're overreacting. Isabella is just being friendly. She's good for business, you know that." "Is that all it is? Business?" Ella challenged, her voice rising. "Because from where I'm standing, it looks a lot like you're enjoying her company a little too much." Lucas's expression hardened. "What exactly are you implying, Ella?" "I'm not implying anything. I'm asking you outright. What's really going on between you and Isabella?" "Nothing is going on!" Lucas exclaimed, exasperated. "She's an old friend, that's all. Why can'