Chapter 2161

Matthew’s brow furrowed, but he remained silent, the weight of her words hanging between them.

Lucia pressed on, her voice firm yet gentle.

“If there’s any rift between you two, clear it up now.

You’re married, after all.

And rest assured, we’ll never forget that Lindsay risked everything to save your life.

We’re committed to doing everything in our power to help her.

This isn’t just your concern; it’s ours too, do you understand?”

Matthew’s brow furrowed further, his mind evidently preoccupied.

Lucia was about to continue when a soft, melodious voice interrupted.

“Grandma, Matthew.

”

Lucia’s gaze lifted, finding Lindsay approaching.

Seated in a wheelchair, Lindsay held a bouquet, and a maid gently guided her into the room.

Lucia’s eyes narrowed with displeasure.

She turned sharply to the maid trailing behind her.

“Why wasn’t I informed that Lindsay had arrived? We could have come down to welcome her properly.

Haven’t you been briefed on the rules here?”

The maid’s face paled with fear, and she scrambled to offer hurried apologies.

Lindsay’s demeanor shifted; she feigned a look of regret as she spoke.

“Please don’t be cross with them, Grandma.

I knew you had just been released from the hospital and wanted to surprise you.

”

Her eyes, however, never strayed far from Matthew’s face.

Lucia’s irritation melted away as she softened, remembering the bond she shared with Lindsay and the life Lindsay had saved.

She quickly crossed the room and took Lindsay’s hand in a warm, affectionate grasp.

“It’s so wonderful to see you.

Since you’re here, please stay and join us for a meal.

”

As Stella entered the room, she saw Lindsay engaged in lively conversation with Lucia, their laughter filling the space, while Matthew lingered quietly at the periphery.

Whenever Lindsay touched on a topic related to Matthew, he responded with genuine interest, his demeanor markedly warmer than the coldness he had shown Stella.

Watching this interaction, Stella felt a pang of breathlessness.

She couldn’t fathom the sudden shift in Matthew’s behavior.

Had he truly fallen for Lindsay?

Matthew seemed to have sensed an intense gaze on him and glanced toward the door.

His eyes met Stella’s.

Unfazed by the notion of eavesdropping, Stella walked in with a leisurely stride.

The smile on Lucia’s face widened upon seeing Stella.

Casting a brief look at Lindsay, Stella addressed Lucia in a gentle voice.

“Lucia, the food is ready.

”

“Okay.

Let’s head downstairs to eat,” Lucia responded warmly.

Without hesitation, Stella stepped forward, assisting Lucia as they began to descend the stairs.

Matthew, pushing Lindsay’s wheelchair, followed closely behind.

As Stella and Lucia made their way down a few steps, Lindsay’s timid voice echoed from behind.