Love at the Next Stop

Chapter 50 Still Shy

Miles was driving fast, and Stella’s sudden request made him stop. Then, he looked at her. “What’s wrong?”

At that, Stella frowned. “I’ve thought about it, Mr. Grant, and I can’t do this. I can’t do anything I want just because he’s jailed. It’s not right. As long as the certificate is there, the marriage is still there.” She squinted in ponderance, her eyes unfocused.

Miles stared at her, as if he was reevaluating Stella. A short while later, he said, “It seems I have underestimated you.”

Stella didn’t know what he meant by that, but she had already hailed a ride on Uber. It could come any minute, and she wanted to go home; her home. Then, Miles held her lower lip. “You really want to go home? Why don’t I give you a ride?”

“I’m scared.” Stella wasn’t a courageous woman; the night before already had her feeling restless. The depravity of cheating on her husband made her feel like a sinner. When her ride came, she told Miles, “Goodbye, Mr. Grant.” With that, she got out of his car.

Meanwhile, Miles saw her off, her long coat making her look tall and slim.

She wore a white shirt and short skirt inside. Even though Miles couldn’t see it from where he was, he remembered it. He could see the calf that was covered in black leggings and a pair of leather boots. Her hair was straightened, flowing down on her shoulders. Also, there was a bag in her hand. She was a lady, and she was elegant when she walked.

After she got into the car, she didn’t look back, but she knew he was looking at her. Just like that, she left, and Miles smiled. She’s cruel, he thought before driving away. This holiday is going to be boring.

When Stella came home, she thought she would be greeted by nothing but loneliness, but unfortunately, Lizbeth came. Hence, she remained standing outside, refusing to go in. Still, Stella knew the meeting would happen the moment they came across her on Roland Street. Therefore, she took the keys and opened the door.

“No need for that. I don’t want to know if there’s someone in there I shouldn’t see. Just standing here is fine.” Lizbeth’s face was dark.

At that, Stella pursed her lips. She knew she was in the wrong, so she stared downward, looking like a student who was admonished by her teacher. Indeed, Zane was jailed because of her. Eight months wasn’t long, but it was not something to be proud of, and Lizbeth did catch her and Miles in the same car. Even though Lizbeth knew Zane and Stella’s marriage was failing, she wouldn’t let Stella off the hook that easily.

here, Stella. Here’s the

about it for a long time, then she realized Matthew was

and me because of this.

Lizbeth was there to interrogate Stella, but Matthew’s arrival threw a wrench in her plan. She thought Stella went on a date with Miles, but it didn’t seem so after seeing the budget list. Hence, Lizbeth looked awkward. Matthew left a moment later, and so did Lizbeth, but not before she

Matthew. They exchanged numbers the day before, since they were friends. Matthew said his wife was always away, so he might

me to do it. He

he knows the exact time of my return

knew you were also absent last night.’ Matthew added a smile emoji. From his tone, Stella knew he wasn’t mocking

then, she realized something. Matthew left before I did last night. How did he know I spent the night at Miles’ place? However, she didn’t ask him, in case it turned awkward. Still, she had a question though. Did Miles tell him about

or the machinations of fate, Miles and Stella didn’t contact each other for the rest of the holiday; not even a phone call or a text. It was as if they were

day for a cup of coffee, and that was when Lisa blurted, “Are you

didn’t realize what Lisa was referring to in specific, but it must be something related to Miles. At that realization, Stella could

back to work. Nobody was in the mood for work on the first day, including Stella. To her surprise, Miles came to give everyone red envelopes. Curious, Stella asked her

against the motto of ‘the more you do, the

point, and her heart started to flutter after listening to her colleague. She was waiting for that man’s arrival; it had been days

broke out in the department, and Miles finally came with everyone surrounding him; he bedazzled like the new light on a

almost leaped out of her chest. Not daring to look up at him, she stared down

look back at him. At the same time, there were a lot of people behind him.

boss would at their subordinates, but Stella didn’t know how to answer after noticing that smile. How can