The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart novel Chapter 296

The banquet hall was buzzing with people, the mood lively.

Isaac Salter made his entrance, followed by Nathan Jarvis, who was carrying a heavy wooden box.

Derek spotted him and quickly made his way over. "Zac."

Derek was looking particularly dashing today. His white suit gave him an air of regal charm.

"Happy engagement."

Isaac motioned with his hand, and Nathan handed over the wooden box. "Mr. Salter has prepared an engagement gift for you."

Derek hadn't expected Isaac to prepare a gift for him. He took it and carefully opened it.

Inside was an exquisitely carved gemstone and a document.

"Zac, this is..."

Derek had a vague idea of what it was and instinctively wanted to refuse.

"You're my friend, and this is what you deserve."

Isaac had prepared this well in advance. Regardless of who Derek married, this document was for him.

Five percent of Grandeur Capital's shares.

Even if Derek didn't work now, the annual dividends would be enough for him to live worry-free.

Loraine watched with resentment. If Brittany hadn't married Isaac first, if not for Brittany's obstruction, all of Grandeur Capital would've been hers!

Derek was deeply moved and had a few drinks with Isaac.

Then, with Loraine, he continued to entertain the guests.

As he left, Isaac suddenly shuddered.

"Mr. Salter..."

Nathan reacted quickly, supporting Isaac. "Are you okay?"

Isaac shook his head. "I'm fine."

He'd been too busy recently, too busy even to eat properly. His stomach problems had flared up, and the alcohol only made him feel worse.

"I'll take you upstairs to rest."

Isaac didn't want to interrupt Derek's banquet and nodded in agreement. "All right."

...

Brittany awoke in a suite, feeling weak.

There was nobody in the room, but Brittany sensed danger.

She carefully got out of bed and hadn't taken a few steps when she heard voices outside the door.

"Everything's ready. We'll go in later, have some fun, and let the reporters air this to the public. Brittany will be totally ruined then."

"I heard today's guests are all big shots. Will Brittany be able to survive in society after this?"