Chapter 1349

Taken aback, she knocked.

“Who is it?” Matthew’s serious voice came from inside.

“It’s me.

Are you coming to breakfast?” Stella asked.

Matthew’s tone grew softer, though a thread of stress lingered.

“I’m in the middle of something critical.

Please, start breakfast without Stella sensed something was off but chose not to voice her concerns.

Given the complexities surrounding the North city project and Matthew’s recent injury necessitating rest at home, she figured he must be preoccupied with work.

Just as Stella was about to head back downstairs, her phone rang.

Miley was calling.

She quickly answered the phone, saying, “Miley, what’s up with calling so early?”

“Stella.

“ Miley seemed to struggle, pausing before asking, “Are you alright?”

Confused, Stella said, “I’m good.

Just woke up.

Planning to head to the set after getting ready.

What’s going on?”

From Stella’s response, Miley realized she hadn’t seen the video yet.

Instead of elaborating, Miley simply said, “Please, stay home today.

Don’t ask why.

Just trust me.

”

Confused by Miley’s vague warning, Stella was about to ask further when she noticed the door unlocking behind her.

Turning, she saw Matthew, his face a mix of exhaustion and irritation that he hadn’t fully masked.

Their eyes met, and Stella instantly knew something wasn’t right.

“Alright, Miley.

I’ve got to go.

Don’t worry about me,” she hurriedly assured her friend before ending the call.

Facing Matthew, Stella’s frown deepened as she said, “Matthew, what’s going on?”

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Matthew stayed quiet, pressing his lips together.

Stella said slowly, “Miley just called me, advising me not to step outside.

Has something happened? Is it related to me?”

The silence from Matthew only deepened Stella’s suspicion.

With a heavy sigh, Stella said with determination, “You need to tell me what’s going on, or I’ll head out and find out myself.

”

After a moment’s hesitation, Matthew realized the seriousness of her threat and decided to tell her the truth.

“The missing video from the set has surfaced online.

But don’t worry, our PR team is on it.

It’ll be removed from the internet shortly.

”