Chapter 1573

Matthew gave her a serious nod, “Yes, I’ve been looking into it for quite a while, but wasn’t certain.

Then Haley arrived with the DNA test results that proved you two were related.

I hadn’t mentioned anything about Bella before this.

”

Hearing this, Stella got up and began to pace the room, her mind racing.

She had always admired Bella and entertained the idea of Bella being her mother.

However, she quickly shook off the thought.

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Facing Matthew, she searched his eyes for any sign of deception but found none.

Disheartened, she sat back down.

“But if Bella is really my mother, why hasn’t she acknowledged me? Plus, she already has a daughter named Elizabeth, doesn’t she?”

She thought it over and felt upset.

“I can’t recall ever having a sister.

Are you sure you haven’t got it mixed up, Matthew?”

Matthew was grappling with the same doubts.

Yet, Haley’s recent slip-up made him more convinced than ever that he was on the right track.

After a brief pause, he gently placed his hand on Stella’s shoulder and whispered, “Try not to be too upset.

It’s possible that it’s been so long Bella thought her daughter was gone and didn’t recognize you.

”

“Is that so?” Stella looked down, overwhelmed by sadness.

Seeing her like this made Matthew’s heart hurt.

He reassured her with patience, “Don’t lose hope.

Perhaps when we meet Bella again, we could verify it.

”

Hope flickered in Stella’s eyes, quickly shadowed by worry.

After a moment’s thought, she shared her fears with Matthew, “If Bella really is my mother, then someone must have caught wind of it and decided to stir trouble.

That must be why Haley showed up.

”

She took hold of Matthew’s arm and said, “Haley passed away as soon as everything came to Light, meaning the enemy has eyes on us at all times.

What about our wedding?”

“Don’t worry.

I’ll sort out the security,” Matthew said quietly.

“Our wedding is just around the corner, and with it, the Prosperity Group’s enemies will be watching us closely.

I’ll keep a closer eye out and prevent them from making their move.

”

At a restaurant, three men eyeing Prosperity Group were savoring some high-quality sashimi.

Emil, taking a small bite of his sashimi, chewed it slowly, visibly pleased.

He glanced at the two men across from him and said, “I’ve thrown some money into Prosperity Group’s construction project in North city, and I’ve entered the bid for their new laser venture.

I reckon I’ll be joining them as a partner soon.

”

After a brief pause, he added, “Moreover, I’ve got a few of their shareholders on my payroll.

I’m pretty sure Prosperity Group will be in our hands before long.

”

Looking pleased, Edmund turned to Benny and asked, “My crew and gear are all set.

When do you plan to make your move?

Benny put his fork down, looked out the window with a confident grin, and said, “I’ve got a wedding gift planned for Matthew.

”

Flossie arrived home close to eleven, but Benny was still out.

He had called earlier, saying he was going to catch up with Edmund.