When Love Comes Late by PASSION

After shooting off the text, he pocketed his phone and got the car moving.

During the drive, Stella made small talk with Haley, trying to bridge the gap between them.

Haley said, “Stella, I understand if you’re not ready to call me Mom.

I’m to blame for the lost years.

But I promise, from this moment on, I’ll do everything to be the mother you deserve.

You won’t have to face hardships alone anymore.

”

Stella felt a wave of emotion but struggled to articulate her joy.

She could only offer a meaningful nod in response.

Catching a glimpse of Stella’s newfound happiness in the rearview mirror, Matthew couldn’t help but feel touched.

He secretly hoped Haley truly was Stella’s mother.

In a hospital in Dorburn, Neville had an appointment for a medical check-up.

After leaving Benjamin’s office, Miley, who had been waiting outside, quickly got to her feet, full of anxiety.

looked downhearted, she feared the

a shadow fall over her heart, yet she put on a brave face, trying

“Hey, it’s okay.

Don’t lose hope.

find another doctor, that’s

”

at her, and surprisingly,

Benjamin mentioned there’s a good chance I’ll get

”

face earlier?” Miley couldn’t hide her relief mixed with a bit of

words but

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Miley squirmed.

are you doing?

going

”

protests, Neville

“Miley, I’m really sorry.

you through

”

tension eased while in his

help but recall the past