Chapter 965

She mumbled a response, her words trailing off into an inaudible murmur.

Their moment was interrupted by the host on stage.

“Miss Walker, you seem to really like this beautiful dress.

I’m sure everyone wants to know who designed it.

Is the designer present here tonight?”

“Yes, she’s right here in the audience.

”

The moment Alina finished her sentence, a bright spotlight zeroed in on where she pointed, highlighting not only Stella but also Matthew.

Feeling the sudden attention, Stella instinctively tried to slip away from Matthew’s grasp, but he only tightened his hold.

“Hey, let go,” Stella whispered urgently.

Matthew, however, pressed his lips together and stayed put.

A hush fell over the audience, all eyes fixed on the unexpected sight of Matthew holding a woman in his embrace for all to see.

The host, momentarily taken aback upon recognizing Matthew, quickly regained his composure.

“Oh, I never imagined Stella is Mr.

Clark’s wife!”

As his voice resonated through the microphone, the crowd erupted in a mixture of gasps and excited murmurs.

“Oh my God! It’s Mrs.

Clark! We finally get to see her!”

“Stella’s not just beautiful, she’s incredibly talented too.

I can’t decide who’s luckier, her or Mr.

Clark!”

“What a stunning couple they make!”

Amidst the buzzing of the crowd, Stella tried to look calm despite the nervous flutter in her heart.

She had never thought that when she would announce her relationship with Matthew officially, it would be in such a grand manner.

Indeed, the entire evening had unfolded beyond her wildest expectations.

The award ceremony ended successfully.

Afterward, Matthew left hand in hand with Stella, only to be swarmed by a group of reporters.

Their cameras focused on Stella, bombarding her with a barrage of questions.

“Is it true you’re officially with Mr.

Clark now?”

“Did you leave Prosperity Group to start your own business to avoid suspicion?”

“Was Mr.

Clark instrumental in your collaboration with Blue Flame?”

Stella, blinded by the flashing lights, shielded her eyes and paid little heed to the reporters’ inquiries.