Matthew glanced down, saying nothing.

With the guidance of Neville, he did feel much better.

Their conversation didn’t last much longer.

Neville exited first after a call from Miley.

Matthew also returned to Prosper Bay.

When he entered the room, he spotted Stella sitting on the sofa, looking unhappy.

Matthew had a hunch and took a seat beside her.

“Why are you still awake? When did you finish the dinner?”

“Have you been drinking?” Stella asked, her brows furrowed.

“Just some work-related socializing,” Matthew responded indifferently.

Stella chose not to probe further about the drinking.

Instead, she asked, “Why didn’t you mention your visit to Haley today?”

Remembering Neville’s words, Matthew apologized, “I messed up.

I discovered something then.

I was worried you’d get hurt, so I went straight to her.

Now that we have the DNA test results, my doubts are cleared.

work on controlling my

not expecting an apology from

Her irritation quickly faded.

& Stay

a gentle tone, she explained, “I’m not upset with

about any tension between

it,” Matthew assured her,

won’t let it happen

reassured by his

She playfully nudged him.

shower You reek

Matthew headed upstairs, lifting

freshening up, Matthew noticed Stella was still engrossed in her

you in bed

Stella continued her drawing.

want to work a bit

the wedding dress

I’m better, I need to catch

inspired today,

Matthew cautioned,

“No, I won’t.

smiled, full of

wedding dress for

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