Chapter 175


    Poppy held onto both Isabe and Gordon, growing more fond of them by


    the moment. “When are you two getting married?”


    Isabe was taken aback by the older woman’s question. Her expression


    instantly stiffened, and she turned towards Gordon, signaling him to rify


    quickly.


    However, Gordon was unwilling to exin. Knowing Isabe’s temperament,


    he didn’t want to strain their rtionship. “Grandma, I’m only 24. Why rush into


    marriage?”


    With a warm smile, Poppy said to several wealthydies, “This young man is


    in no hurry at all.”


    Realizing that they didn’t recognize Isabe, thedies understood that she


    might note from an affluent family. Looking at Ariel’s expression, they


    also knew what to do.


    They changed the topic, diverting Poppy’s attention from the subject of


    marriage. However, she still held onto Isabe’s hand and didn’t let her go.


    Modestly, Isabe presented a bracelet she had prepared. “I don’t know what


    your preferences are. I apologize if this gift isn’t good enough.”


    Poppy, who came from a humble background, was very down-to-earth.


    When she saw Isabe’s gift, she smiled with appreciation. “You’re really


    considerate. Gordon is lucky to have you.”


    Isabe forced augh, feeling nervous. She could only let Poppy hold her


    hand.


    Severaldies followed Poppy’s lead, taking turns to praise Isabe, and the


    atmosphere in the room became pleasant. Isabe felt anxious, afraid that


    Poppy would take her out and introduce her to others.


    Just as she was in a dilemma, a servant knocked on the door.


    Ariel went to answer and heard the servant whispering, “Mr. Shaffer has


    arrived. Mr. Dunkstein asks for you and Mr. Gordon toe down together.”


    Isabe didn’t hear anything else, but being sensitive, she caught the name


    ‘Mr. Shaffer.’


    Gordon frowned upon hearing the name, and he quickly stood up.


    However, Poppy didn’t understand the situation. “Gordon?”


    Frowning, he looked at his mother. “Mom, you should go. I’ll stay with


    Grandma.”


    Ariel red at him and then leaned down to whisper to Poppy, “Mom, an


    important guest has arrived. Xavier is asking Gordon to go down.”


    Poppy, hearing the words ‘important guest,’ didn’t hesitate and patted


    Gordon’s hand. “Go down now. Don’t keep your father waiting.”


    While saying this, she still held onto Isabe’s hand.


    Gordon’s expression changed slightly. He turned away with a stern face, not


    forgetting to remind Isabe, “Wait for me.”


    Feeling ufortable crouching for so long, Isabe forced a smile. “Okay.”


    With that, Gordon followed his mother downstairs.


    In the room, only Poppy and a few wealthydies remained. Isabe noticed


    that although they continued talking with Poppy, they seemed distracted.


    The name ‘Mr. Shaffer’ indeed carried weight.


    Though Isabe was uncertain if it was Seth, she couldn’t help but be anxious.


    While conversing with Poppy, she almost zoned out.


    “Gordon has a temper. Dear, you must be patient with him.”


    Oh no, that’s the tone of talking to a granddaughter-inw.


    In distress, she tried to answer diplomatically, “No, Gordon has a good


    temper. It’s hard to find a friend like him.”


    However, Poppy didn’t catch her hint; she just smiled. “You two have such a


    good rtionship.”


    Herment left Isabe speechless.


    “Old Mrs. Dunkstein, we should also go,” someone reminded Poppy.


    Suddenly reminded, Poppy hastily excused herself. While excusing herself,


    she continued to hold Isabe’s hand and walked out of the room.


    In a panic, Isabe wanted to retract her hand; otherwise, it would be difficult


    to exinter. But Poppy seemed genuinely fond of her, holding on tightly


    and leading her out.


    Isabe nced around the hall and immediately recognized a certain


    person’s back.


    To be precise, everyone’s attention wasn’t on Poppy but on the man who had


    suddenly appeared.From N?velDrama.Org.


    Xavier was the middle-aged man who had bought the car from Isabe that


    day. Today, he was in a suit, but he still looked in. Beside Seth, he looked


    like a subordinate.


    Isabe couldn’t even lift her head, her mind spinning. Just as they were


    about to reach thest flight of stairs, she gave a slight tug on Poppy’s hand.


    “Grandma, I need to use the restroom.”


    Without thinking much, Poppy quickly let go. “Go quickly. Do you know the


    way?”


    Isabe nodded repeatedly. Finally, she retreated at the veryst minute, just


    before entering everyone’s view. Avoiding the crowd, she walked backward


    slowly and sessfully entered the corridor.


    Phew. That was close.


    She patted her chest, looking around. Unfamiliar with the viyout, she


    could only walk randomly.


    Molly had disappeared since they entered, most likely already close to


    Isabe sent a message to Molly, asking her to take care and not put herself


    in danger.


    Unexpectedly, Molly replied with a sweating emoji, clearly indicating that she


    understood.


    Seeing that, Isabe felt helpless and realized she might be a bit paranoid.


    She had actually prevented a professional from doing her job.


    She put away her phone, hesitating about where to go.


    Suddenly, the sound of high heels approached from behind.


    “With your status, it’s natural that you can’t find your way when youe to a


    ce like this.”