Ch.1626 Chapter 1630 - When Love Comes Late

Stellaâs last hope shattered as Devyn remained stubborn.

It was clear she wasnât going to confess.

Stellaâs politeness vanished, replaced by a sharp tone.

âWe havenât seen each other in a long time.

You suddenly reached out, didnât you? For a reason.

With a self-mocking smile, Stella spoke.

âUnder the guise of collaboration, youâve been eyeing my designs, havenât you?â

Devyn clenched her mouse, her lips pressed tight, offering no defense.

Stellaâs disappointment deepened at Devynâs silence.

Heartbroken, Stella let it out.

âI wouldnât have believed you were capable of this if I hadnât seen it myself! Iâve always had your back, offered to help.

Why stoop to plagiarism?â

Devyn quivered but steadied herself.

Sheâd copied Stellaâs work discreetly and there was no proof in sight.

With resolve, Devyn spoke up, meeting Stellaâs gaze.

âWhy accuse me without proof? Show evidence or face defamation charges.

âDefamation?â

Stella shook her head, stunned.

Devyn seemed like a whole new person to her.

With a bitter smile, Stella spoke.

âLooks like absence really does change people.

You can twist things without batting an eye.

I misjudged you.

Under Stellaâs icy stare, Devyn felt a chill creep over her.

Through gritted teeth, she retorted, âYouâre clueless.

Who are you to judge me so boldly?â

Protected by Matthew, Stella had never felt this powerless, nor tormented by lifeâs cruelty.

Devyn, on the other hand, was always the one being pushed around, never given a choice!

Devynâs temper cooled.

She didnât want to argue further.

âIâm swamped here.

You can leave.

If youâve got a case, show me proof.

Seeing that Devyn still didnât confess, Stellaâs gaze held sadness.

âSince we reconnected, I sensed a change in you.

I hoped it was just tough times.

I tried to helpâ¦â

Tears welled up in Stellaâs eyes.

âIâve done nothing wrong to you.

I get youâre in a bind, but selling out a friend whoâs always had your back? Thatâs low.

Devynâs heart twinged at Stellaâs words, her own guilt gnawing at her.

She bit her lip tightly, afraid that she would waver.

Stella pressed on, âYouâre right.

I have no evidence now, but Iâll find it.

Everything leaves a trace.

With finality, Stella slammed the door, leaving Devyn in stunned silence.