After a brief pause, Stella was the first to move.

She rushed to Waldos side, gently reassuring him as she said, You misheard us.

Miley and I were just having a casual conversation.

No ones actually divorcing.

Waldo brushed off her attempt to help, keeping his distance.

Do you think Im too old to understand what I hear? Im not losing my mind yet.

Taking a step forward, Lucia quickly interjected, Why are you yelling at Stella? If you upset her, youll have to deal with me! Hearing this, Waldo quieted down, albeit reluctantly.

Taking a deep breath, Lucia turned to Stella, taking her hand and softly asking, Whats happening? Whos thinking about divorce? Is it Matthew? Stella hesitated, wanting to dismiss the matter lightly.

No, its not that serious, she murmured vaguely.

Lucia, unconvinced, pressed further.

me the truth, and Ill handle

pool in Stellas eyes, her

Waldo immediately turned to the butler behind

right now and tell him

to confront him in person! Miley, realizing the gravity of the situation, looked at Stella

sorry… I… Stella quickly reassured her,

Dont worry about me.

go home

..

tense atmosphere, felt a pang

Ill stay with

Lucia are

I wont suffer.

go, Stella insisted

and realized she was right; Waldo and Lucia would not

Clark familys issues, it wasnt her place to

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