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.”

and Lindsay of the opposite sex? Haven’t you spent time

Matthew had no answer.

her tears roughly, and spoke

“So please, calm down.

you’ve become since losing your memory is a

the Matthew I

speaking, Stella disregarded Matthew

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

of relief, though

took her seat next to her mother,

seemingly anticipating that Matthew wouldn’t accompany Stella back, merely smiled at

slightly

her conversation with

inappropriate to ask in front of him, she chose

mother’s concern and offered a

and daughter exchanged a knowing look, their silent

at the

the meal, Sanford engaged Stella in a conversation about work, discussing the upcoming brand launch event and important details