Chapter 288

Isabelle hiccupped a few more times, still far from done drinking. "Don't run off! We're not stopping until we're totally wasted tonight!" she slurred. "You do realize tomorrow's Shelmaine's engagement party, right? As her best friend, you'll obviously be there. But why are you out drinking with her the night before?" Luke had just arrived in Aurich, fresh off a flight, and was already dealing with Samuel's mess. Samuel had been placed under restrictions by Eliana and was still recovering in the hospital. Luke had cleaned up after Samuel more times than he cared to admit, but he came here to help him again, knowing that Samuel was in a tough spot. Out of nowhere, he got a call from Isabelle, who was clearly drunk and had dialed the wrong number. Luke's brow furrowed. "Where are you?" "Where? I'm in a booth, obviously!" Isabelle replied. "I'm asking where you're drinking," Luke repeated. "Shouldn't you already know that? Why are you even asking?" "Stop wasting time. Either send