Isabelle's POV

I wanted revenge. That's how it all began, with an insane proposal driven by my need for justice and August's ambition for power.

The path we took after that impulsive decision was unexpected, crazy, and dangerous. I thought that after two years, I'd collect the money and move on with my life. But when the deadline finally arrived, I had two children and was in love with August, with no doubt that he loved me too.

Now I admired the backyard bathed in afternoon sunlight and f