Tati kept trying to match her with Austin.

As soon as Austin left, Tati came in. Isabella could tell, just by the timing, that it had to be related to Austin.

If she had not known how loyal Austin was to her, Isabella might have suspected her cousin was being bribed by him.

Tati smiled. “I happened to see Austin leaving when I came in. He was very polite to me and his smile was gentle, and the way he looked at me was respectful. But it’s completely different from how he looks at you, Isa.

“I noticed it long ago. When he looks at you, there’s light in his eyes, there’s affection, and tenderness. He’s utterly devoted to you, or rather, he dotes on you.”

Isabella was quiet.

“Isa, the first time I saw Austin, I knew he was no ordinary person, and I thought you two made a great match. You know me, I don’t joke around about these things, but when I saw him, I just couldn’t help it.

“I really think you two are perfect for each other. Before, we didn’t know his real identity, so you mig