Chapter 929

No.1

They entered a spectacular room spanning two floors with an eight-meter ceiling.

The wall was transformed into a climbing surface with professional grips. Christopher descended skillfully, secured by safety harnesses.

He moved with astonishing agility, stepping between stones like a trained professional.

Isabella watched with pride. Her son moved with such natural grace!

Maxwell approached her, impressed. "No wonder he's Mr. Blackwood's son - those genes are remarkable. I expected to guide him step-by-step, but he's leaping three stones at once! Mastered it in ten minutes flat! Reminds me of your training days at the base!"

Isabella had been weak initially, but her uncles' rigorous training unlocked her potential. She'd mastered climbing in the same timeframe.

It was as if motherhood had unleashed her inner strength after leaving Alexander and surviving the stillbirth.

Isabella smiled proudly. "Of course! Look who his mother is!"

Maxwell shook his head in amusement.

Christopher's biological mother remained unknown, and Isabella was merely his stepmother!

No.2

Spotting Isabella, Christopher descended eagerly. "Mommy! You're back! Look, I can climb now! I can fly!"

"I saw everything, sweetheart. I'll make your favorite chicken wings for lunch as a reward!" Isabella ruffled his hair affectionately.

Christopher clapped excitedly. "Yay!"

During his celebration, he noticed Benjamin behind Isabella. "Mommy, why is he here?" His smile vanished.

This man had nearly made Mommy leave the Celestial Gala! Daddy had to travel far away to rescue him because of this man! He didn't like him at all!

Benjamin studied Christopher, confusion mounting.

While he knew Nathaniel was serious about Isabella, he hadn't realized they were still together! And she'd formed such a close bond with the young heir!

Isabella looked at Benjamin. “He’ll be staying with us for three days. Christopher is the young master of this house, so you must treat him with respect. Understood?”

Young master?

She called Oliver Blackwood ‘young master’?

No.3

Benjamin’s soul nearly left his body. He was Isabella’s brother—the only blood relative she had in this entire building!

And the way she spoke to him… Was she treating Oliver like her own child? Was she truly serious about Nathaniel too?

“Isabella, have you forgotten our conversation the other night?” The words slipped out before Benjamin could stop himself. “You’re being reckless.”

Nathaniel was playing with her! How could she be so naive?

“Don’t you dare speak to my Mommy like that!” Oliver jumped up, positioning himself protectively in front of Isabella. “You’re the reckless one! Your whole family is reckless! You’re completely blind!”

Benjamin was stunned into silence.

It was the first time he had ever been scolded by a child. But this was Nathaniel Blackwood’s son. He couldn’t afford to offend him—especially not with his father around.

Defeated, Benjamin muttered under his breath, “Isabella, I hope you’ll reconsider. Be rational! Victoria is getting married soon. It’s time you started looking for a husband too.”

With that, he turned and stormed out of the room. He marched down the stairs and slumped onto the sofa.

A restless feeling settled in his chest. The thought of Isabella becoming the other woman—Nathaniel’s mistress—made his blood boil.

No.4

Five years ago, she had shamelessly chased after Alexander. Now, five years later, after finding someone better, she was repeating the same mistakes?

Just then, the front door swung open.

Click!

Nathaniel stepped inside. As expected, a man was sitting on the sofa. From this angle, he could only see the back of his head.

Judging by his silhouette… he looked young.

So, Isabella had a thing for younger men?

His expression darkened instantly. “Throw him out.”

Those three words were spoken calmly, yet carried a sharp, venomous edge.

This man—whoever he was—had the audacity to get close to Isabella and ride on the back of her motorcycle!

Damn it!

No.5

Dominic immediately signaled two bodyguards. They moved forward to seize Benjamin.

Pulled roughly to his feet, Benjamin stared at them in confusion.

The atmosphere grew thick with tension.

Nathaniel’s eyes narrowed. Benjamin? The man Isabella brought home was her brother, Benjamin?

Dominic was equally shocked. So the person who returned with Isabella was Benjamin after all?

Mr. Blackwood had almost thrown out his own brother-in-law!

Nathaniel shot him an icy glare. “Get out. One hundred push-ups. Now.”

Dominic felt a pang of injustice. Benjamin had been wearing a helmet earlier, making it impossible to identify him. How was he supposed to know it was Mr. Blackwood’s brother-in-law?

Perfect. He had offended Benjamin and nearly caused his boss to eject his own family.

“I’ll do them right away, sir!” Flustered, he hurried out with the two bodyguards.

No.6

Benjamin frowned. What was Nathaniel playing at? One moment he nearly had him thrown out, the next he dismissed his guards?

But Nathaniel was the most powerful man in Westchester. Fearful of crossing him, Benjamin kept his mouth shut.

Nathaniel acted as if nothing had happened. He removed his suit jacket and hung it on the coat stand. Then he walked over and settled into the sofa. “What are you doing here?”

His tone was neutral, devoid of its earlier edge.

“I’m staying with my sister for three days.”

Three days?

Nathaniel’s brow furrowed slightly. The air around him grew heavier. His dark eyes revealed nothing—no emotion, no thought.

Benjamin felt the pressure intensify. It was as if the oxygen had been sucked out of the room.

Just when he thought Nathaniel was about to kick him out, Nathaniel spoke again. “Do you need anything? Toiletries? Clothes?”

Benjamin was speechless. Was he hearing things? What kind of question was that?

No.7

Nathaniel’s gaze remained fixed on Benjamin before he retrieved his phone to call Dominic.

“Prepare a set of daily essentials for Mr. Kensington.”

Dominic, who had been bracing for punishment, accepted the new assignment without hesitation.

“Right away, sir!”

Benjamin snapped out of his daze.

Was Nathaniel Blackwood actually arranging personal supplies for him?

The untouchable head of the Blackwood family was showing him consideration?