When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 1969

After they finished eating, Alissa warmly invited Bella to see her studio, an invitation Bella eagerly accepted.

Stella, her fingers entwined with Bella’s, burst out enthusiastically, “You’re in for a treat! Alissa’s studio is overflowing with stunning embroidery pieces.

I only glimpsed a fraction of them on my last visit.

I had no idea I’d get to dive back in so soon.

”

Alissa responded with a warm smile, “I appreciate it, Stella.

You’re always welcome here to explore my studio whenever you desire.

”

Inside the studio, the trio was wrapped in laughter and spirited conversation.

Bella scanned the room, captivated by its compactness and elegant decor, which resonated perfectly with her taste.

Alissa proudly displayed each piece, saying, “These are the cherished graduation projects of my students, preserved here as a testament to their skills.

piece of embroidery… it has a special place in my

most time and thought,

”

preserved embroidery,

brought them to a photograph that drew Stella’s

she had seen before—a touching image of Alissa with her

turned sharply, gauging Bella’s

a rush of emotions that felt like needles stabbing

immediately perceived a

S

she inquired with evident

expression was one of worry, mingled with

to herself, offering

pleasantly surprised by Bella’s reaction, pondered over their

suspicion that Bella might actually be

her suspicions, she had

unfolded was unexpectedly

Alissa noticed Bella’s apparent unease and chose

sofa and poured a glass of water, comforting her by saying, “Sit here for

Water might help.