Chapter 412
When Love Comes Late
Slater managed a smile, though it seemed forced.
âIâm fine Itâs just that Matthew isnât used to driving himself.
I understand.
â
Matthew remained silent, but he didnât slow down.
This incident cast a shadow over the rest of the journey, rendering it unusually quiet.
The car eventually pulled up at Mileyâs villa.
As Stella exited the vehicle, she noticed that the villa was shrouded in darkness.
Before she could dial Mileyâs number, she received a call from her friend.
Mileyâs voice, brimming with excitement, emanated from the other end of the line.
âStella, Flossie and I are grabbing some balloons and colorful ribbons to decorate the house.
Weâll be a little late.
â
âYouâ¦â Stella began to voice her concerns about the inconvenience, but Miley had already hung up, leaving her on a dial tone.
She shook her head in resignation.
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Folding her phone, she led Matthew and Slater into the house.
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The three entered the living room.
Stella noticed that Slater was still rubbing his head, so she inquired, âIs your head hurting? I have some ointment upstairs.
I can fetch it for you.
â
Slater glanced at Matthew, who appeared unwell, and decided to tease Stella.
âIâm not feeling well.
Matthew was driving too fast.
â
Stella felt a rush of anxiety.
If anything happened to the renowned designer, it would be a disaster.
She hurriedly offered, âPlease wait here.
Iâll go upstairs and get the ointment for you.
â
âAlright,â Slater replied.
With Stella out of the room, Matthew and Slater sat in silence, pointedly ignoring each other.
Matthew crossed his arms, his face stony, while Slater fidgeted uncomfortably.
After a brief period of waiting, Slater couldnât bear the silence any longer.
He leaned towards Matthew and asked, âDo you have feelings for Stella?â
Matthew remained as still as a statue, seemingly unfazed by Slaterâs words.
Not one to be easily discouraged, Slater chuckled.