Chapter 26

Isabella’s POV Shock was visible on my face as I looked at Noah. The happiness in his eyes was overflowing, as if having three people at this large dining table made him so happy. “Before you talk nonsense, care to explain this?” Matteo pushed a card in front of Noah, and since I’m sitting beside the boy, I saw what was on the card. I swallowed hard. The tension of having Matteo’s presence with us is becoming heavier now that his expression is dark and serious. His elbows were resting on the dining table, and his palms were clasped while looking straight at Noah. “I-I’m sorry…” “Sorry?” His word felt heavy, even if it’s just one. “There are so many things you’re paying attention to, and the consequence is an unsatisfying performance in Mathematics. You know I don’t like irresponsibility, Noah.” Noah’s head bowed even more. I bit my bottom lip. My urge to intervene and defend the poor little kid is becoming strong. Why is Matteo being like this to his own son? “T-The lesson was hard—” “