Chapter 326

Evelyn sat beside Beatrice, quietly reading a book. Meanwhile, Victoria kept pressing Nathaniel about his ongoing tension with Evelyn.

Nathaniel's patience wore thin. "Stay out of our business. As for the wedding, I'll handle it. Now isn't the right time, so drop it."

"Not the right time? When will it be? When Evelyn finally walks away?" Victoria challenged.

Nathaniel's gaze darkened. "That won't happen."

Evelyn carried his child. She could be upset, but leaving? Impossible.

Victoria scoffed. "You don’t control everything, Nathaniel. If Evelyn decides she’s done, you’ll regret it."

Frustrated, she stood abruptly. "Take Evelyn to Martin Manor in two days. Edward misses her. The Mitchells faced trouble, and we did nothing. Think about how that looks."

With that, she stormed out.

Nathaniel remained on the sofa, motionless.

Was Evelyn upset about the Martins' lack of support?

He dismissed the thought. If she needed help, she’d ask. She wasn’t the type to sulk.

But something was bothering her.

He grabbed his phone and dialed Samuel. "Dig into Isabella’s recent activities. Find out if she’s contacted Evelyn."

Samuel responded promptly. "Anything else, Mr. Martin?"

"Has her contract promotion started?"

"Not yet. She’s still in training."

"Good." Nathaniel’s voice turned icy. "Visit her personally. Remind her of the contract terms."

"Understood."

Nathaniel hesitated, then added, "Tell her manager to watch her closely."

The front door clicked open.

Evelyn stood frozen in the doorway, her expression unreadable.

She inhaled sharply, shut the door softly, and walked in without a word.

Nathaniel ended the call and met her gaze.

Silence stretched between them.

"Clear your schedule," he finally said. "We’re visiting Edward in two days."

"Fine." Her tone was flat.

His jaw tightened. "Nothing else to say?"

Evelyn tilted her head. "Do you?"

His temper flared. "Why refuse the wedding? Afraid it’ll ruin your chances with your ex?"

Her lips curved slightly, almost mocking. "Or are you worried Isabella might cry and break your heart?"