Leo, still reeling from pain, could only snort in response, unable to articulate his thoughts.

Inside the car, Stella sat in the front passenger seat, her head bowed in silence.

Matthew stole glances at her while driving, not daring to break the quiet.

He understood Stella needed this moment of solitude.

Leo’s return had reopened a painful chapter in Stella’s life, exposing old wounds that had never fully healed.

After a prolonged silence, Matthew couldn’t contain his concern any Longer.

“Stella, I promise to take care of everything.

I’ll ensure Leo doesn’t bother you again.

You don’t need to worry.

Stella finally lifted her head, tears glistening in her red eyes as she locked gazes with Matthew.

After a moment, she shook her head slowly but with conviction.

“No, I’m not afraid of him.

Stella couldn’t help but smile wryly.

“That episode with Leo, it’s a stain in my life, but let’s be clear.

all

was the one who got

I’m not afraid

her resilience but also

ruffled

know you can

remember, call me

to deal

You’ve got me, remember?”

indifferent in public, showed a side of him filled with tenderness

Stella smiled

“Of course.

You’re my husband.

up, you’ll be the first person I

back, playfully

then changed

tonight, did everything

Stella nodded vigorously.

“It went really well.

and met Keith, a leader who was really kind to me

thinking of inviting him to our

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“It’s your call.

“Alright.

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