Chapter 1177
When Love Comes Late
She no longer had any reason to assure herself.
Neville didnât love her anymore.
He truly intended to break up with her.
She collapsed on the bed and zoned out, staring blankly out the window.
The gentle snowflakes danced from the sky.
The chilly air was filled with the festive spirit of Christmas, which was fast approaching.
It was supposed to be her and Nevilleâs first holiday together.
Sheâd planned to take Neville on a skiing trip.
But now, all her carefully crafted plans burst like a bubble, and the heavy feeling of disappointment lingered.
Heâd been ready to give up on their relationship.
The next day, as Stella watched Lukaâs performance, she couldnât help but steal a glance at her phone.
Her chat interface was flooded with messages to Miley, who had been unresponsive since last night.
Stella was feeling a bit anxious, wondering how Mileyâs discussion with Neville had turned out.
As Luka wrapped up his scene, he couldnât help but notice that Stella seemed preoccupied, her attention elsewhere.
He walked up to her and asked, âWhat are you thinking about?â
Stellaâs worry for Miley had consumed her attention; sheâd forgotten all about Luke.
The sound of his voice brought her back to reality.
As she lifted her gaze, she noticed that the filming had come to an end, and the crew was busy tidying up the set.
Hastily, she stowed away her phone and turned to Luka.
âI was just contemplating.
I think I need to put away the costumes.
â
Luka followed her silently.
Stella initially ignored Lukaâs persistent presence, but eventually, she paused and asked, âIs there anything I can assist you with?â
Lukaâs lips formed a subtle pout, betraying a hint of bashfulness that one could easily miss.
He cleared his throat and asked, âWould you like to come with me to the wrap-up party for the movie? Itâs a dinner and I would be honored to have you as my date.
â
Stellaâs eyes widened in shock as she gazed at Luka, her expression one
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of sheer disbelief.
Luka, feeling her intense stare, squirmed uncomfortably.
He had psyched himself up for this moment, mustering all his courage to extend this invitation to her.
âSo, what do you say?â he blurted out, feigning impatience, eager for her response.
Snapping out of her daze, Stella couldnât help but smile wryly.
âYou do remember Iâm married, right?â
Luka responded calmly, âSure, but that shouldnât stop you from being my date for the evening.
With a light-hearted smile, Stella teased, âI donât want to upset my husband.
Plus, youâre up for best actor, right? Imagine the gossip and the glares from all those actresses if I showed up with you.
Iâd rather not stir up any drama.
â
Lukaâs face twitched slightly, a hint of discomfort showing.
âIâm just asking you to accompany me, not to be my girlfriend or anything.
â
Stellaâs tone turned serious.
âNo, Luka.
Iâll be bringing my husband along.
â