When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Her lips parted, poised to offer an explanation, yet the sight of disappointment and revulsion in Bella’s eyes left her speechless, unsure of where to begin.

A throbbing headache plagued Bella.

Remembering Stella’s failure to deliver the dress on time only hardened her expression.

“I have little patience for those who don’t honor their commitments,” she went on indifferently.

Her gaze dropped to the dress Stella held.

“Margery has been hounding me all day, and at such a crucial time, you were unreachable.

You’ve let me down profoundly.

”

Stella opened her mouth to respond, but Bella cut her off sharply, announcing, “You will need to speak with Margery directly from now on.

As of today, I am withdrawing from this project.

”

Bewildered by Bella’s sudden change, Stella couldn’t grasp why she was denied even a moment to explain herself.

Desperate not to sever ties in such a manner, Stella made one last attempt to mend their fraying relationship.

since I was informed of

no

she spoke, Bella

against the wall,

and moved to assist Bella, but Elizabeth

my mom to death? If you have any respect left for how kind she’s been to you, grab your

Elizabeth shot Stella a scathing look and guided Bella

Elizabeth turned away, a sly smile

impromptu scheme to

as before, she would never have fallen for such

that if she had known the drug was this effective,

stood motionless, staring at

she found

her cold hand gently and suggested, “Let’s head home

”

silent, allowing him

Stella gradually regained her composure and made a composed call to

and arranged for the dress to

Stella’s pent-up emotions

her melancholy, Matthew wrapped an arm around her shoulders, offering his support

a soft tone, he reassured her,

probably