When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Stella responded with a smile.

Even though she had rehearsed what to say at home, Devyn still felt a twinge of guilt when she looked at Stella.

However, she quickly hid her feelings.

Handing over the menu, she told Stella, “Feel free to order whatever you’d like.

”

Stella took the menu and thought about Devyn’s recent struggles that Matthew had found out about.

Deciding to be cautious, she chose some of the less expensive dishes.

During the meal, Devyn brought up some light gossip, which helped Stella relax a bit, making her think that maybe Matthew was just being overly cautious.

Halfway through their dinner, Devyn set her utensils down and said in a troubled tone, “Actually, there’s another reason I wanted to meet up today, aside from celebrating.

”

Stella felt her heart skip but hid it well, casually asking, “What’s going on?”

“Just this…” Pulling out the design draft, Devyn mentioned, “Ever heard of the famous designer Nikolai? He’s asked me to design a wedding dress for Christie.

I’ve sketched out a draft, but it’s not quite there yet.

look? I’m really

”

acted just as Matthew had

of disappointment, accepted

the same one she’d

you considered the main

Devyn answered, as if it was obvious for

response was simple

“No.

”

caught

up, her gaze intense with

“Christie should wear black.

the Night Duchess in one of her performances? The black costume was a hit, and she’s openly

”

fixed her eyes on Devyn and added, “If you haven’t done your homework on her preferences, how

scared Devyn

then, with an awkward smile, Devyn admitted, “Yeah, I

My bad.

”

fall when she messed up made Stella feel kind of

softened up a

got a big reputation