Chapter 44

Some colleagues nearby let out a gasp, and my scalp went numb. How could Isabelle not keep a distance from me at a time when rumors about us were swirling? To prevent Isabelle from pulling bolder moves, I followed her and stopped under a roof. I began, "I'm very busy now. You should drop the idea of wasting my time on frivolous discussions." "Frivolous discussions?" Her eyes widened in anger. "Do you think our relationship is a frivolous topic?" Sighing, I said, "Of course, it's a serious topic, but it's pointless to keep going on about a decision that has been made. Don't you think it's boring?" "Stop it." She glared at me and snorted. "You think I had no idea? You did this to me as revenge!" Did she just accuse me of taking revenge against her? Confused, I asked, "What did I do to you?" I had done nothing to Isabelle lately. Could Rebecca have dressed down Isabelle? Furious, Isabelle grabbed my hand. "Bryce, I agree to marry you. Isn't that enough proof of my sincerity? Put