Chapter 148

Isabella didn't doubt at all that Olivia really went to the hotel to find her.

But she also knew very well Olivia's urgent desire to enter the film industry, and naturally, she would seize any opportunity that came her way.

"I understand, how can you not grab the opportunity when it comes?" Isabella had no intention of blaming her.

The two had known each other for over a decade, long past the stage of maintaining their relationship with superficial gestures.

They both had the kind of personality that, once they committed to their careers, they wanted to do their best.

If Olivia had a good opportunity, Isabella would be happy for her. "I heard you were busy on the phone earlier, are you on set? Will it affect you if you go back late?"

After expressing her thoughts, Isabella felt much more at ease.

Olivia was currently filming, and it was okay to take a break, but if she delayed Olivia's work because of her, Isabella would feel guilty.

"It's fine, I filmed a lot today, and I don't have any scenes tomorrow, so I can take this chance to relax." When Olivia mentioned life on set, she had a lot to share with Isabella. "Isabella, I used to think making movies was really cool, but once I got on set, I realized it's not the same thing. The days are so tough, I can't sleep well, eat well, or even take a proper shower."

The more Olivia spoke, the more aggrieved she felt, hugging Isabella and almost crying. "Isabella, can I stay with you for a day? I want to sleep with you, I don't want my agent watching over me every day."

She had finally seized the chance to escape for a day, and staying out for one more night was a bonus.

She didn't know if her agent was crazy, waking her up at 4 AM every day to highlight her dedication and seriousness as a newcomer. She had to memorize her script and her co-stars' scripts as well.

It was said this would help her adapt to the environment and the industry better and faster.

She understood the reasoning, but she really couldn't get up.

Isabella could see that she wanted to slack off, and if she went back to her place, her agent would definitely catch her. She wanted to hide at Isabella's for a night.

Isabella smiled. "No problem, I'll take you to a place where no one can find you."

Olivia's eyes lit up. "Where?"

Isabella raised an eyebrow mysteriously, telling Olivia to follow her, and she would know when they got there.

She had just had a fight with Michael, and her dinner with Emilio had ended unpleasantly.

No doubt, her uncles at Garden Villa would be looking for her to ask about it.

But they all forgot that she had a seaside villa, which was a birthday gift from Atticus.

She had been busy with work and hadn't had a chance to see what the house was like.

Taking this opportunity, she decided to take Olivia to check it out.

The villa was by the sea, detached and quiet, the perfect place for good friends.

On the way, they bought some snacks and arrived at Whispering Pines Estates.

The villa area was very quiet at night, and the car arrived at the parking spot in front of the villa.

Isabella took out the key and opened the door. As soon as she turned on the living room lights, the luxurious and tasteful decor came into view.

The villa was fully equipped; every detail showed the owner's care and perfection, and the living room connected to an outdoor balcony.

The balcony had a wooden table for coffee and enjoying the view, and her favorite swing.

It was clear how thoughtful Atticus was when he gave her this villa.

Atticus hadn't been back in the country for long, yet everything here was so well-prepared.

Isabella couldn't imagine when he had started secretly preparing it.

Even Olivia, who came from a wealthy family, was shocked by the furnishings in the house. "Isabella, when did you buy a house in Whispering Pines Estates? The houses here aren't just about having money. I heard that most of the residents here are important political figures. My dad wanted to buy one before but couldn't even get close."

Isabella had no choice but to tell the truth, "I didn't buy it, Uncle Atticus gave it to me as a birthday gift."

"Mr. Wilson, no wonder." Olivia's eyes flickered but quickly returned to normal.

Olivia knew how much the five Wilsons' sons doted on Isabella, especially Atticus, so it made sense for him to give her a house.

But Atticus was quite capable, getting a house in Whispering Pines Estates just like that.

Isabella put the snacks in the living room and told Olivia to make herself at home.

She went to the balcony, sat on the swing, took a selfie, and sent it to Atticus.

Isabella: [The house is perfect, thank you for your thoughtfulness, Uncle Atticus.]

Then, it was time for the two to chat in the living room.

When they were kids, they often did this, lying in bed at night, talking about everything around them.

But as they grew up, they no longer had such opportunities.

Finally meeting again, they had a lot to say, like Isabella's marriage, and Olivia's career, which had undergone changes recently.

Isabella took a sip of freshly opened juice and spoke first.

Isabella took a sip of freshly opened juice and spoke first, "Olivia, I'm even planning to have a baby, what's going on with you? It's been so long, is there no progress? Are you secretly in date?"

As her best friend, Isabella was worried Olivia might get deceived in the entertainment industry, but she also felt Olivia was too lonely being alone for so long.

When Olivia had something on her mind, she had no one to confide in.

Isabella's words were unintentional, but Olivia felt touched.

Olivia opened a can of dark beer, took a big gulp, and said helplessly, "I've always wanted to tell you, there's someone in my heart. I've liked him for a long time. If it weren't for him, I wouldn't have waited so long to enter the film industry. I just thought that if I made movies, there would definitely be intimate scenes. Afraid that he would mind if he saw them, so I delayed it."

So when her agent took a commercial film for her career development, her feelings were complicated.

On one hand, she didn't want him to see her breaking the principles she had held for so long.

On the other hand, she knew her agent was doing it for her own good.

She was at the best age now, and if she didn't give it a shot, it would be too late in a few years.

She had argued with her agent for a long time, but in the end, she had to bow to reality and her future.

Maybe he never had her in his heart. Her persistence for so long might just be a joke.

Hearing that Olivia had someone she had liked for years, Isabella was shocked.

In her impression, Olivia had always been a cheerful, carefree girl. She didn't expect Olivia to hide her feelings so deeply.

"What kind of person is he? Have you been together?" Isabella thought she should understand the situation so she could help Olivia.

After all, her marriage didn't have a good outcome, and she didn't want Olivia to go through the same thing.