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.

humorous anecdotes, Luther skillfully steered the conversation towards

me to introduce a star of the

”

crowd’s anticipation peaked as Elizabeth gracefully ascended the stage, her gown flowing behind

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the spotlight illuminated her, Matthew’s expression

unknown to Stella, was to have Luther invite Bella, hoping to

threw a wrench into

Elizabeth

enigmatic woman now commanding the stage, Stella felt a tinge

“Is she

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opened his mouth to respond,

honored to be

to meet

voice was a gentle

the room, finally

a special thanks

Clark.

”

to Matthew, Stella’s included, her look

however, remained stoically

crowd, one voice cutting through with a sharp