Chapter 117

Benjamin felt a bit helpless hearing Amelia's words.

"Can you try not to be so impulsive? I'm just making a guess. John probably wouldn't dare betray the Williams Family. I think he might've told Bianca about Isabella's return, and then Bianca passed the info to the Brown Family. But it's all just speculation," Benjamin said, trying to calm Amelia down.

Amelia immediately called Isabella to check on her.

Isabella picked up pretty quickly.

"What's up, Amelia? Something wrong?" Isabella asked, sounding puzzled.

Amelia felt a wave of relief hearing Isabella's calm voice. "I was worried you might be targeted by the Browns."

She quickly filled Isabella in on Benjamin's suspicions.

Isabella's expression darkened. "I get it. Tell Benjamin thanks. He's probably right. Bianca's totally capable of something like that."

After thanking Benjamin, Isabella hung up and looked at Michael, who was driving. "You probably heard what Amelia said. I think we got lucky. Since our flight arrived early, we might've dodged a potential chase."

Michael nodded, already suspecting as much.

"Where to next? Head straight to the villa?" Michael asked, glancing at Isabella.

Isabella sighed and ran her fingers through her hair. "I originally wanted to visit Mason, but considering there might be Brown Family spies within the Williams Family, I'd better not. I'll call him later. While the Browns are still in the dark about our return, take me to my old place first. I need to pack my things so we can move to the villa."

Michael nodded and drove Isabella to her previous residence.

They were surprised to find someone already there when they arrived.

Jasper, Mia, and Bianca were all taken aback when they saw Isabella and Michael.

"Why are you back now? Weren't you supposed to return an hour later?" Jasper blurted out, making Isabella frown deeply.

"So, all three of you knew I was coming back," Isabella said with a cold smile.

After nearly being buried alive last time, Jasper and Mia were too scared to stay in the villa. It was so spacious that if something happened, no one would hear their cries for help.

Following Bianca's suggestion, they moved into Isabella's apartment. The building had many neighbors, and with the security personnel John arranged, they felt much safer.

Isabella glanced around the apartment and saw that it was a mess. Her belongings were all thrown into a shabby cardboard box and carelessly left in a corner.

Isabella smiled at the sight of the box. At least she wouldn't have to pack herself.

"Isabella, was it you who harmed Pearl? If it was, you should apologize to Paxton. If you confess, they might forgive you," Bianca pleaded, looking at Isabella. Isabella shot Bianca a cold look. "Do you really think I have that kind of power? If I did, it wouldn't just be Pearl in the hospital, but you too! Do you really think some pathetic notion of family would stop me from coming after you?"

Bianca's face went pale. She'd seen Pearl's condition and had nightmares for nights. She'd almost killed Isabella before. If Isabella truly had such power, Bianca wouldn't be standing here now.

"How can you talk to Bianca like that? You're insane. You need to go to the Brown Family and cooperate with their investigation right now!" Jasper rushed at Isabella, raising his hand to strike.

Isabella stood her ground, knowing Michael would step in.

As expected, Michael grabbed Jasper's hand, his expression icy. "I've had enough of you idiots!"

Jasper was intimidated by Michael's imposing presence. Mia immediately rushed forward, pointing at Michael and accusing, "Was it you who did that to Pearl? I've always thought you looked like a thug. You're likely the kind of weirdo who'd do something like that!"

Michael ignored them and looked at Isabella. "Are you sure you want to go through with this?"

Isabella nodded. "Let's stick to our plan."

Bianca felt a sense of dread. The same feeling washed over Jasper and Mia.

"What are you going to do to us? We're your parents!" Mia's face turned white as she hid behind Jasper.

Isabella smiled at them, her eyes cold. "Don't you feel unsafe staying outside? I've found a very safe place for you."

At that moment, a group of uniformed individuals entered the room.

The leader showed his badge and said, "We're from the tax department. Mr. Taylor, Mrs. Taylor, your company is involved in tax evasion. Please come with us."

Jasper and Mia were taken away by the tax officials. On their way out, they kept shouting that Isabella was despicable and that they should have thrown her in the trash when she was a child.

Isabella's expression remained unchanged as she looked coldly at Bianca.

Bianca's hands clenched into fists, and she said fiercely, "I haven't done anything illegal! Even if you send me to jail, John will get me out!"

Isabella clapped her hands. "You're right. That idiot John is so whipped by you that he'll do anything you say. That's why I need to find someone else to help."

Isabella smiled and then shoved a bank card in Bianca's hand. "You broke into my house, moved in without my permission, and stole my bank card. That all adds up to a call to the police, right?"

Bianca panicked and tried to throw away the card, but Isabella grabbed her hand, forcing her to hold onto it.