Chapter 1990
When Love Comes Late
Kristian, pretending to be concerned, suggested he take a break.
âMatthew, thatâs enough.
Go rest, or youâll get sick before they even find Stella and Bella.
â
Kristian appeared concerned, but deep down, he was pleased.
He thought nobody there had ever seen the CEO of Prosperity Group in such a chaotic state.
With Stella and Bella presumed dead, Matthewâs despair would surely deepen.
âIf Stella knew you were wearing yourself out over this, she wouldnât be at peace,â Kristian said, mentioning Stella again.
It was unusual for Fernando to echo Kristianâs sentiments.
âMr.
Clark, please consider Kristianâs advice.
Iâll drive you back.
Your health canât take much more.
If something happens to you, I canât hide it from your family.
Your grandmother would be devastated.
â
Matthewâs expression finally softened.
His lips were parched, and he managed to utter, âOkay.
â
Once in the car, he noticed several missed calls and messages from Neville, inquiring about the situation and his intentions.
As the car pulled away, Matthew r
eturned Nevilleâs call, and it connected immediately.
He asked Neville, âHave they settled down?â
âTheyâre both resting,â Neville answered.
He then asked, âWhatâs happening? What can I do to help you?â
Neville had seen the news about Stellaâs plane crash the day before and was deeply concerned.
But when Neville arrived at the address Matthew had provided and saw Stella and Bella safe, he was confused about Matthewâs plans.
Matthew explained, âI want to use this opportunity to expose Kristian and uncover what caused the car accident that involved Stellaâs parents.
â
Upon hearing this, Neville once again admired his friend, but he couldnât imagine how Matthew knew Kristian would tamper with the private plane and had arranged everything.
Just as Neville was about to inquire further, Matthew instructed, âJust take good care of them.
Theyâre safe there.
If Stella needs to contact me, she can use your phone.
â
Kristian was always careful, and this setup might not completely erase his suspicions.
If he sensed that Stella and Bella might have a chance of survival, he would be more cautious and wouldnât easily give himself away.
After giving Neville instructions, Matthew hung up, and the car arrived at Prosper Bay.
Upon stepping out of the car, he saw Alissa and Doreen standing at the gate, looking lost.
Alissa looked exhausted, clearly having not slept for a while, and Doreenâs eyes were red from recent tears.
Alissa quickly approached and asked, âHave you heard anything about Stella and Bella?â
She had only learned of the plane accident involving Stella and Bella through Doreen after being unable to reach Stella herself.