At one point, Waldo signaled to the maid.

“Please fetch the invitation from the living room.

Stella exchanged a look with Matthew, both puzzled.

The maid returned promptly, presenting the invitation to Matthew at Waldo’s signal.

Grinning broadly, Waldo remarked, “After everything you’ve both endured, a little diversion is in order.

How about the ball this weekend?”

Stella unfolded the invitation, her eyes lighting up at the mention of a cruise ball, set for this very weekend.

“It’s aboard the Clark family’s yacht, featuring a grand ball as we navigate the full length of the Seamarsh River,” Waldo added, his voice full of anticipation.

“Make sure to bring Stella along, Matthew.

I’m looking forward to hearing about your wonderful time.

surprised

inspired you to throw a

in,

slightly off guard, glanced at Lucia before sharing, “Your grandmother and I met for the first time at

a romantic

shot Waldo a mock stern look,

her smile was sincere, a testament to

twinge

Stella, “What about your crew this

Stella answered, “I’m free

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the evening wound down and they made their way home, Stella expressed a desire to bring Miley and Flossie to the ball, to which

Stella wasted no

weekend? Fancy

Miley’s response came quickly.

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