Chapter 1983

The night before they were set to leave for Dorburn, Kristian asked Stella to invite Matthew over for dinner.

As they ate, Kristian’s eyes shifted thoughtfully; he then set down his utensils and turned to Bella.

He said with regret, “I have an errand in Lyllmann tomorrow, so I won’t be able to go with you to Dorburn.

Then he took Bella’s hand gently.

Bella was caught off guard by his sudden affection.

Ever since she saw that photo in Kristian’s wallet, she had felt an inexplicable fear of him.

Instinctively, she wanted to withdraw her hand, but afraid of arousing suspicion, she forced an awkward smile.

Kristian, seemingly oblivious, asked guiltily, “You don’t blame me for not coming with you, do you? After all, this is our first time taking Stella back to Dorburn.

His gaze bored into Bella’s, seemingly filled with deep affection, yet Bella couldn’t shake the unease creeping up her spine.

“Of course not.

I’m not unreasonable.

gently withdrawing her

whenever you’re free, join us in

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you on your first trip to Dorburn, but

Stella was taken aback.

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affairs, and we’ll take good care

Kristian sighed.

“It’s just bad timing.

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