Chapter 1505
When Love Comes Late
Agreeing with her suggestion, Matthew instructed the driver to take them home, eager to ensure her well-being.
Upon their return, they found Haley waiting anxiously in the illuminated living room.
Her concern was palpable as she rushed to greet them.
âWhere were you at this hour?â
Her eyes widened in alarm at the sight of Stellaâs injury.
âYour forehead! What happened?â
In recent days, Haley had been striving to keep up the charade of a devoted mother.
It was only when Stella and Matthew were away that she could call Kristian to vent her frustrations.
However, Kristianâs advice always seemed to be a plea for patience, leaving Haley feeling increasingly worn out.
Witnessing her efforts, Stella couldnât help but be touched.
Despite her own troubles, she didnât want to burden Haley further.
âItâs nothing, just a bump on the head.
You should get some rest.
Itâs late.
â
Haleyâs gaze lingered affectionately upon her.
âBut how can I rest when youâre not home?â
Concern etched on her features, she inspected Stellaâs injury.
âHave you sought medical attention?â
Taking Haleyâs hand, Stella reassured her with a smile.
âItâs really nothing serious.
Iâll just apply some medicine later.
â
Relieved, Haley nodded.
âThatâs good.
â
As Stella prepared to sit on the sofa, she was suddenly overcome by a series of blurry images flashing through her mind.
She paused, trying to blink away the haze.
Then she furrowed her brows, trying to grasp the familiarity of the scenes.
âAre you feeling alright? Do you need anything?â Sensing something amiss, Haley approached her anxiously.
After a moment, Stella turned to Haley with a curious expression.
âDo you have any photos of my father?â
Though she knew of her fatherâs flaws, she couldnât shake the curiosity about his appearance.
Despite everything, he was still her father.
No matter how bad a man he was, she still needed to accept his existence.
More importantly, in her dream, her father was always so gentle and loving.
She couldnât understand why such a man would harm his daughter and wife.
She thought maybe her father wasnât that awful.
Haleyâs expression stiffened at the request, caught off guard.
âWhy do you suddenly want to see your fatherâs photos? Do you remember something?â