Chapter 81

Isabella's POV The night was a pure satisfaction. I couldn't help but laugh whenever I thought about Damon's expression when he realized that it was me who he had been offering a partnership with. I got out of the car as soon as we arrived at the mansion. Matteo stood tall beside me. His coat was on my shoulders, covering me from the night breeze. “You look satisfied,” he noticed. “I’m happy you got what you want.” I smiled at him. “It's all thanks to you.” He leaned down to me and gently caressed my cheek, staring intensely into my eyes. “Nope. It was all thanks to your hard work and dedication. You have the strength within you. You just lack resources before.” I nodded. “You're right. But, do you think what I did was right? Yes, I feel the satisfaction, but I’m doing exactly what Damon did to me.” He smirked. “Are you really asking a ruthless devil if it's okay to not be fair?” My lips protruded. “Why do you address yourself as ruthless? You're not ruthless, Matteo.” He pulled me clo