When Love Comes Late by PASSION

In that moment, Neville’s gaze shifted abruptly, his expression transforming from surprise to a smile as he acknowledged Stella with a nod.

Feeling a wave of repulsion, Stella turned away, refusing to grant him another glance.

The hall’s ambiance changed as the lights dimmed, heralding Luther’s entrance onto the stage, microphone in hand.

Beside Stella, Matthew gently grasped her hand, leaning in to whisper, “Luther has a special surprise guest tonight.

”

Though Luther had hinted at this during filming, he’d carefully left the guest’s identity a mystery.

Stella racked her brains but couldn’t deduce who it might be.

Yet, from Matthew’s tone, it was clear he was privy to the secret.

Curiously, she whispered back, “Who could it be?”

Matthew’s Lips curved into a knowing smile.

“You’ll see soon enough.

”

Despite Stella’s persistent queries, Matthew maintained a playful silence, compelling her to focus her attention back to the stage.

the audience with tales of the film’s creation and humorous anecdotes, Luther skillfully steered the conversation towards

gentlemen, allow me to introduce a

”

anticipation peaked as Elizabeth gracefully ascended

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her, Matthew’s expression unexpectedly

to Stella, was to have Luther invite Bella, hoping to facilitate a

presence threw a

did Elizabeth

enigmatic woman now commanding the stage, Stella felt a tinge of

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his mouth to respond, but Elizabeth preemptively

honored to be here tonight,

a pleasure to

was a gentle

across the room, finally resting on Matthew with

a special thanks to

Clark.

”

Stella’s included, her look one of growing

however, remained

the crowd, one voice cutting