Isabe thought about it. In the short time she had spent with Jessie, she had realized that Jessie seemed like a strong-willed woman, not someone to be messed with. But as they interacted more, Isabe discovered that Jessie understood her, seemed approachable, and knew what Isabe truly wanted without her having to say it. Jessie would actively engage in discussions with her and soothe her emotions, something even Isabe’s best friend Evelyn couldn’t discern. Although Isabe knew that Jessie’s keen perception of her emotions indicated that she was not a simple person, Isabe was happy deep down. Someone understood her, could sense her emotions, which for Isabe was rare and hadpletely dispelled the depression she had been feelingtely. At least for now, Jessie didn’t seem to have any ulterior motives towards her.


    Isabe roughly recounted what Jessie had said to Emanuele. Of course, she only summarized the heart-to-heart conversation, not wanting Emanuele to know too much. Some things couldn’t be shared with Emanuele, as it would make him worry and feel responsible, even though she didn’t think it was his fault. Emanuele had tried his best to protect her, but the unexpected attacks by enemies were unavoidable. He had given her the life she wanted, but who could have predicted such events? Isabe had med Emanuele for this matter, but eventually, she had calmed down.


    “Isabe, I know you have a good impression of Jessie, but you should be careful and avoid too much contact with her. She’s not a good person,” Emanuele couldn’t help but warn Isabe after hearing her description. Even he was cautious when dealing with Jessie, and seeing how innocent and lovely Isabe was, he was worried that she might be taken advantage of by Jessie.


    That woman was truly unfathomable. But Isabe felt that Emanuele was overthinking it. “It’s okay, Jessie said she’s only staying in Chicago for two days and then leaving. She asked me to visit her again tomorrow.”


    “Is that also what you want? You want to spend time with her?” Emanuele frowned.


    Isabe nodded, “Emanuele, I know you’re worried that Jessie might harm me. But think about it, you’re in a business rtionship with her. If she were to harm me, you wouldn’t let her get away with it. I believe she wouldn’t do such a thing.”


    Emanuele nodded, finding Isabe’s reasoning valid. Therefore, he should trust Isabe. If she wanted to interact with Jessie, let her do so. At the moment, Isabe was alone as Evelyn had work and he too had his own work to attend to. Isabe could only stay in the apartment by herself, and Emanuele was concerned that she might feel lonely and bored. Seeing Emanuele finally relent a bit, Isabe was very happy and couldn’t help but kiss Emanuele on the cheek, “Thank you, Emanuele. Rest assured, I will take care of myself.”


    Being with Jessie made her feelfortable, but Isabe also knew that Jessie didn’t show her friendly side openly. So, while interacting with Jessie, she had to remain cautious.


    The next day, Jessie invited Isabe out early in the morning. Isabe had informed Emanuele beforehand, and although he agreed, he was still concerned and had Phillip apany her. Even though Tony and Harry could protect Isabe, they were simple-minded and inexperienced. In case Jessie said something and they forgot to report it to Emanuele, it could pose a problem. Hence, Emanuele had arranged for Phillip to be with Isabe.


    When Jessie saw Phillip by Isabe’s side, she was surprised and smiled, “Are you afraid I’ll harm Isabe?”


    “Not at all, it’s just a directive from the boss to protect his wife, not specifically against Mrs. Campos,” Phillip replied.


    At his words, Jessie smiled and lit a cigarette, “It’s okay, I know what’s on Emanuele’s mind. He probably thinks Isabe is too innocent and cute, afraid that I, being a bad person, might deceive her.”


    Jessie reached out and touched Isabe’s cheek. “I have to say, Isabe, you’re such a lovely girl. If I were a man, I’d like you. Well, even now, I like you enough.”


    Feeling a bit embarrassed by Jessie’s praise, Isabe smiled shyly. Isabe took Jessie to wander around the nearby shopping district. Yesterday, after dinner, they were supposed to go shopping in the mall, but Emanuele had suddenly shown up and whisked her away before they could finish their meal.


    Jessie mentioned, “I thought you wouldn’te out. Watching how nervous Emanuele was with you, I was afraid of hurting you.”


    “He’s afraid that I might offend you. I heard Emanuele say that you’re a big shot in New York and that you’re cooperating with him. He’s worried that I might interfere with your business rtionship,” Isabe naturally couldn’t tell Jessie what Emanuele had said to her. But how could she not feel that Jessie, such a clever person, would probably figure out the reasons even without her saying them?


    Jessie shed a smile but didn’t say anything. They strolled and talked, with Isabe taking Jessie to her favorite dessert shop to enjoy some sweets. As they shopped, Jessie tried on a few clothes, bought them all, and even asked Isabe what she wanted as a gift, trying to give her something. Isabe immediately refused, “No need, Jessie, I haven’t given you a gift.”ConTEent bel0ngs to N?v(e)lD/rama(.)Org .


    “You treated me to a meal; it’s only right for me to give you something,” Jessie insisted. Seeing that Isabe hesitated, Jessie couldn’t try on the clothes, but she could have the shop assistants pack some jewelry and have it sent to Isabe. Everyone likes jewelry, and Jessie believed Isabe would also enjoy it. After making the purchase, Jessie directly gave the jewelry to Isabe, allowing no room for refusal.


    “Don’t worry, this amount is nothing to me. Thank you for apanying me these past two days. Otherwise, I would be all alone in Chicago, with no idea where to go,” Jessie said, patting her hair and feeling okay about giving Isabe the jewelry. While it might seem expensive to an average person, Jessie didn’t consider it costly at all. The business deal she hadpleted with Emanuele was enough to buy a truckload of such jewelry. When you could make big money, these things weren’t considered high-priced. Isabe, knowing Jessie’s status, understood her confidence in saying these things.


    They chatted and then went to a restaurant to have their meal, with Phillip and the others standing nearby. Jessie looked at Phillip, “Do you want to join us for a meal?”


    “No, we’ll eatter.”


    “Could you sit on the side and not disturb me and Isabe while we talk?” Jessie requested. Phillip immediately became serious, “I don’t think that’s appropriate. The boss instructed us to take good care of thedy.”