Chapter 909
When Love Comes Late
With that, he turned away and headed back into the restaurant.
Neville regained his composure before returning to the table.
Miley expressed her frustration.
âWhy didnât you tell me in advance that your mother was coming?
She paused, reflecting on her actions in front of Amya, and couldnât help feeling anxious.
âDid I do something wrong just now? Your mother seemed displeased.
â
Nevilleâs expression momentarily stiffened, but he quickly flashed a reassuring smile.
âDonât overthink it.
My mother is actually quite pleased with you.
â
âReally?â Miley raised a skeptical brow, not entirely convinced.
Setting down his fork, Neville took Mileyâs hand and said with sincerity, âMiley, I truly want to be with you.
â
Miley was taken aback by his sudden confession, her heart racing uncontrollably.
She was about to respond when her phone rang, interrupting the moment.
Apologizing, she withdrew her hand.
âSorry, I have to answer the phone first.
â
It was Stella calling.
Miley swiftly pressed the answer key on her phone.
However, before she could utter a word, a soft sob came from the other end of the line.
Mileyâs heart raced as she inquired, âStella, whatâs going on? Where are you?â
Stella promptly shared the hospitalâs address.
âHospital?â Miley sprang to her feet, hastily grabbing her bag.
âWhy are you at the hospital? Whereâs Matthew?â
Without a direct answer, Stella simply asked, âAre you busy right now?
Can you come and pick me up?â
âWait for me.
Iâm on my way.
â Miley hurriedly ended the call.
She stashed her phone into her bag and turned to Neville, saying, âI have an urgent matter to attend to.
Letâs have dinner another time.
â