Ch.998 Chapter 1001 - When Love Comes Late

Two racks had been brought in, one for Lucia and another for Stella.

She was impressed by Matthewâs impeccable taste; each dress seemed perfect for them.

Eventually, Stella selected a dignified white suit for Lucia and a stunning purple dress for herself.

They each tried on their chosen outfits.

When Stella emerged, Matthew was captivated by her beauty.

The purple dress accentuated her elegance, a testament to the designâs brilliance.

Matthew approached Stella, a look of admiration in his eyes.

He leaned in and ki*sed her, whispering, âItâs beautiful.

You look incredible in everything.

Stella blushed under the intensity of Matthewâs fiery gaze.

Just then, the door creaked open in the next room and Stella complained, âGrandma is here.

Matthew gazed at her, eyes brimming with desire.

Before he could comment, Lucia emerged in a formal dress and said, âYou have good taste, Stella.

I feel so much younger in the dress you chose.

Approaching Lucia with a grin, Stella replied, âGrandma, youâre not old at all.

You exude elegance.

âYou are the only one who can make me happy.

â She examined Stella.

âYouâre stunning.

Matthew is fortunate to have you as his wife.

Stella blushed and answered shyly, âItâs Matthew who has great taste.

âI will cherish her,â Matthew declared, taking her hand.

Then, as if performing a magic trick, he produced two velvet boxesâone for Stella and the other for Lucia.

Opening hers, Lucia revealed a gem necklace and teased, âWell, youâve finally gained some sense.

Stella felt a sudden rush of nerves.

It marked the first occasion Stella celebrated Luciaâs birthday since tying the knot with Matthew.

Unaware of the dayâs significance, she found herself empty-handed.

Observing her distracted expression, Matthew easily guessed her thoughts.

Squeezing Stellaâs hand, he reassured her, âA gift from me is as good as a gift from you.

Grandma wonât mind.

Although she agreed with a nod, she insisted to Lucia, âGrandma, Iâll prepare another gift for you.

Lucia grinned.

âDonât worry about it.

You and Matthew are a couple.

His gift is yours.