Chapter 410
When Love Comes Late
âYou needed very little help from me.
Youâve earned this.
â
Stella was touched by his words.
After a brief pause, she inquired, âWeâre heading home to celebrate later.
If youâre not busy, would you like to join us?â
As soon as she finished her question, she immediately added, âIf you are not free, then.
Before she could finish her sentence, Matthew interrupted her.
âIâm available.
â Matthewâs answer was swift and resolute.
Stella beamed, âThen Iâll inform Miley.
â
Matthew nodded in agreement.
As Stella turned to go, Slater, who had been standing by Matthewâs side, stepped forward.
âStella, I heard that youâre planning to celebrate.
Would it be possible for me to join you?â
Slater wore a smile, a stark contrast to his earlier stern demeanor during the competition.
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Stella couldnât help but express her surprise.
She had only met Slater once during the competition, and their interaction had been limited.
She hadnât expected him to extend such an invitation.
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However, considering Slaterâs stature in the industry, Stella couldnât refuse.
Awkwardly, she replied, âIt would be an honor for you to join us, Mr.
Aston.
â
âSince the competition is over, you neednât address me as Mr.
Aston.
Slater will suffice,â Slater suggested amiably.
Stella nodded, somewhat flustered, and they exited the hotel together.
The three young women walked ahead, while Matthew and Slater followed in silence.
As they approached the exit, Miley released Stellaâs arm and declared, âStella and Flossie, wait here.
Iâll bring the car around.
â
Stella was about to agree but was interrupted by Matthew.
âStella, you can take my car.
I need to speak with you.
â
Thinking it was a matter of business, Stella agreed.