When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Stella’s retort came swiftly.

“Who I dine with isn’t your concern.”

But Matthew, relentless, pressed further.

“How is it not my concern? You’re still my wife, and it’s obvious Sanford has other intentions.”

Stella found his accusation almost amusing in its absurdity.

“I’m not alone with Sanford.

My mother is there, and we’re in a public space.

What exactly are you worried about?”

She looked him up and down before continuing with bitter sarcasm, “Or do you think I’m the kind of person who would betray our marriage? Just because you lost your memory, does that mean you also doubt my character?”

Her voice trembled, her words laden with the pain she could no longer contain.

she questioned, the

brimming with unshed tears, locked on Matthew, blurring her vision with a mix of frustration

that’s not what I meant..” Matthew’s voice softened, taking on a gentleness unfamiliar to

tender tone only deepened

her face away, desperately trying to hold

she had long

matter how hard she tried to hold back,

..

Library

Matthew felt an overwhelming tightness in his chest, a sharp pang cutting through

he didn’t fully understand, he gently cupped her face, wiping away the tears that wouldn’t stop

“I’m sorry.

It’s all my fault.

shouldn’t have doubted you,

for the

sight was

back, Matthew

“Some feelings overwhelm me.