Bastien smiled and looked at Kate with infinite love. He extended his hand, and she took it, rising to her feet, visibly uncomfortable by the presence of that woman.

—She’s the love of my life —he said firmly.

—Hi, I’m...

—Kate! —the woman interrupted, shouting in surprise and covering her mouth—. I can’t believe it!

—Yes… it’s me —Kate replied, confused.

—Kate? That Kate? —the woman asked again with an excited smile. Bastien nodded.

Kate, completely intimidated by the woman’s vibrant personality, shook her hand politely.

—Nice to meet you, Kate. I’m Isabella, but call me Ella. I’m the sister of that useless man standing next to you —she said, pointing at Bastien with mischief.

He crossed his arms and raised an eyebrow in mock annoyance.

—Well, this useless man sends you a juicy check every month so you can keep living your princess life.

—It’s the least you could do. Having such a gorgeous sister like me doesn’t come cheap.

Kate didn’t understand anything. She knew Bastien was an orp