Chapter 935
When Love Comes Late
She looked at Farris, worn out and pleading, and felt a swirl of emotions.
âI get where youâre coming from.
Youâve always been the understanding type, even from day when we first met.
â Her voice was steady.
âBut Mina is different.
Sheâs hurt me a lot, and I canât just forgive that.
I have to be honest.
She made her choices.
Nobody made her do it, and weâre not to blame for her actions.
â
As Stella stood her ground, Farris hesitated, his mind going back to when she had stood up for him in the orphanage.
Back then, he was a lot less sure of himself, only finding his footing after his foster parents took him in.
Facing Stellaâs unwavering gaze, Farris gave a sad smile and asked, âDo you still remember who I am?â
Stella, slightly confused but smiling, answered, âOf course, I do.
Youâre a good doctor, Farris, and youâre my friend.
â
Farrisâ face tensed a bit.
He parted his lips, ready to speak, when Matthewâs voice cut in.
âStella!â he called out.
Stella looked over, then told Farris, âI should get going.
Minaâs situationâ¦â
Her eyes met Farrisâ, as she was caught in a moral quandary.
Farris gave a knowing nod.
âUnderstood.
Go ahead.
Sorry for bringing it up.
â
Stella cast another glance at Farris, silent, then turned to leave.
Farris watched her walk away, experiencing a sense of relief.
He had been searching for Stella for years.
Yet now, seeing her with someone so suitable, Farris thought it best to step back.
If she had let go of the past, he wouldnât bring it up.
It felt right to be just friends again.
A smile of contentment spread across Farrisâ face.
He waved in Stellaâs direction, saying, âFarewell, Stella.
â
At his words, Stella paused, looking back.
Farris was already heading to the cinema.
She pulled her gaze away and rejoined Matthew.
âWe should head back.
â