Chapter 936

“Alright.

Matthew’s reply was brief, his disinterest in Stella’s earlier chat with Farris apparent.

Stella noticed the solid hold of his hand, suggesting he might be upset.

They rode home in silence.

Once home, Matthew perched on the sofa, silently sifting through papers with the precision of a robot.

On the opposite end, Stella worked on her sketch, her laptop balanced on her knees.

Now and then, she peeked at Matthew.

He was the picture of concentration, just a touch quieter than usual, but it was hard to tell if anything was wrong.

She couldn’t guess what he was thinking.

her attention back to her laptop, a

over to Matthew, laptop in arms,

you look

and nodded, setting his papers

arm around Stella, his hand gently guiding hers as she

“Sure, let me see.

felt his breath on

herself to meet his gaze, keeping her eyes on

“Any thoughts are welcome.

her discomfort, scrutinizing the design, guiding the mouse here and

“Planning a

to concentrate,

“Yes.

pointed

plays off the theater’s round stage at

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