Chapter 258

Isabella Sinclair was just about to greet her business partner when a familiar silhouette appeared behind him.

Her expression remained perfectly composed upon spotting Reginald Kensington.

Reginald didn't notice her at first. But the teenage boy beside him - around 17 with bright eyes - enthusiastically waved toward the arrivals gate.

"Mom! Victoria! Over here!"

The cheerful shout made Isabella freeze mid-step. Suddenly, she recognized him.

Turning her head confirmed her suspicion - Eleanor Kensington and Victoria Kensington stood there, smiling as Julian Kensington ran toward them.

Just then, The Grandeur's business partner Gregory Pembroke approached with a warm smile. "Ms. Sinclair."

Isabella unclenched her fist, tore her gaze away, and shook his hand with practiced ease. "Mr. Pembroke."

At that moment, the Kensington family finally noticed Isabella.

Reginald's brow furrowed slightly.

Eleanor's smile dimmed.

Victoria remained utterly indifferent.

Julian, oblivious to his family's reactions, followed their gaze. His jaw dropped when he saw Isabella. "Wow! She's stunning!"

Victoria elbowed him sharply.

Reginald placed a hand on Julian's shoulder, steering him away. "Let's get to the car."

But Julian suddenly remembered something. "Where's Alexander? He should be here to greet us! If he wants to marry my perfect sister, he'd better show proper respect!"

Victoria laughed, ruffling his hair. "Alexander had an important meeting. But he canceled his evening plans to reserve a private dining room for your welcome dinner. Happy now?"

"Barely." Julian lifted his chin. "You deserve nothing less, Vic. Any man would be lucky to have you!"

The family shared a laugh at his dramatic declaration.

Meanwhile, Isabella concluded her conversation with Gregory. They entered their waiting car just as she overheard bystanders whispering:

"What a gorgeous family! Are they famous?"

"So enviable - they look so close."

The car door shut, cutting off the voices.

During the forty-minute ride, Isabella maintained polite conversation with Gregory. At noon, their car pulled up to an upscale restaurant.

As they exited their vehicle, the Kensingtons arrived simultaneously.

Reginald frowned upon seeing Isabella again.

Victoria gave him a reassuring look. There was nothing to worry about.

Before Alexander had officially filed for divorce, he'd accompanied Victoria to meet her family. Back then, Isabella had been too intimidated to even speak up.

Now with the divorce nearly finalized, she wouldn't dare cause trouble.

Reginald understood, but remained cautious. He wouldn't let anything ruin this special day.

Isabella didn't spare them a glance.

Then Nathaniel Graves arrived.

The moment he stepped out of his car, he spotted the Kensingtons - and his gaze lingered on Julian.