When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2266

With a bitter smile and composed resolve, she responded, “I have the right to choose my friends.

Sanford is a business associate.

Our interactions are professional and transparent.

Why should I be forbidden from speaking to him?”

As Stella remained unmoved by either persuasion or pressure, Matthew’s frown deepened, a flicker of anger shadowing his expression.

But Stella, unfazed, continued, “Lindsay saved your life.

Whenever she’s unwell, you rush to her side.

Have I ever objected? Can’t you see it from my perspective?”

A slight change flickered in Matthew’s expression, his frown deepening.

“That’s different.”

you and Lindsay of the opposite sex? Haven’t you spent time alone with her? Haven’t you been with her

Matthew had no answer.

roughly, and spoke

“So please, calm down.

your

the Matthew I fell

Matthew and returned to the

table, Bella and Sanford sat opposite each other, the air heavy with tension as they ate uneasily,

sigh of relief, though her face fell when she noticed

quietly took her seat next to

Stella back, merely smiled at her and suggested, “Let’s eat before the food gets

nodded slightly

glanced at Stella, wanting to inquire about her conversation

was inappropriate to ask in front of him,

mother’s concern and offered a

a knowing look, their silent communication

atmosphere at

in a conversation about work, discussing the upcoming brand launch event and