Chapter 1985

Stella watched Jaylene, a mix of surprise and respect brewing inside her. Despite the harsh confrontation at the Saun residence, where Stella had slapped Jaylene, she still conversed calmly with Stella in front of Keegan. This was an unexpected show of tolerance.

Stella knew Keegan was charming, so she did not understand his slow progress in extracting vital information from Jaylene. Her concern for his wellbeing grew. So, when Jaylene proposed they all dine together, Stella readily agreed, "Sure. We were planning to grab a bite anyway."

However, Keegan declined, "I have to pass. Work's calling at the company."

Their exchanged glances spoke volumes, both puzzled by the other's intentions.

Stella offered a smile, "If you're tied up, don't let US hold you back, spencer and I will keep Jaylene company."

his thoughts wandering, 'Spence... I recall Vermont using nicknames for his high school

been buried in work all day, Keegan. Grab a bite with US. You're still recovering, and nutrition is

a pause, Keegan's gaze shifted from Stella to Jaylene, and he nodded in agreement. Jaylene mistook his acquiescence as his inability to deny her, and a faint blush colored her cheeks. Observing the duo, spencer

things that don't concern you. The more you know, the more dangerous

he

finding Aldor alone. Her curiosity peaked when he recounted the unexpected gathering. She asked," Stella and her ex were at the movies, and now they're

through her hair in contemplation," Maybe I've misjudged her.

response,

Jaylene, the seemingly innocent one, Aurora convinced Aldor to discreetly follow

a choice met with mixed reactions.

in hand with Coco, Stella

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