Chapter 146

• As Isabella stormed out of the apartment, she couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. She was angry, hurt, and confused all at once. She had thought that she had finally moved on from Ethan and the pain he had caused her, but it seemed that the wounds were still raw and open.
• As she walked out into the cool evening air, Isabella quickly pulled out her phone and dialed her brother's number. Jayden answered on the first ring, and Isabella could hear the concern in his voice as she explained what had just happened.
• Jayden's voice was calm and reassuring on the other end of the line. "Bella, I'm on my way," he said. "Just stay where you are, and I'll be there in a few minutes. Don't worry, okay?"