Chapter 361
When Love Comes Late
Stella nodded, turning to the window.
The silence between them was extremely awkward.
Instead of starting the car, Matthew sat there silently.
Stella remained quiet, waiting for him to start it, but not daring to speak.
She was about to finally say something when Matthew suddenly leaned closer to her.
Not expecting his sudden move, Stella jerked backwards.
Her heart began to thump rapidly.
She swallowed the lump in her throat.
âMr.
Clark? Whatâre you doing?â
Matthew was taken aback by her sudden outburst.
He wasnât expecting her to react like that.
He Lowered his gaze, feeling his heart clench again in loss.
âYour seatbelt,â he said lightly, barely audible.
Stella realized she had overreacted.
Her cheeks turned bright red.
âOh⦠Uh⦠I can do it by myself.
â
She quickly fastened her seat belt.
Matthew leaned back and finally started the car, acting like nothing had just happened.
Watching the surroundings pass by as the car began to move, Stella felt slightly at ease.
Matthew stole a quick glance at Stella as he drove and asked, âSo, how is the preparation for the design competition going?â
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The awkward silence was finally broken, making Stella relax in her seat.
âWell, Iâm almost done with the sketches.
Iâll be able to make a sample once I finish putting in the details.
â
A small smile played on his lips.
âYou are very hardworking.
â He seemed satisfied.
Stella smiled sheepishly.
âIâm just able to draw well when I have some sort of inspiration.
The competition is right around the corner, and I donât want poor results.
â
Matthew nodded.