She moved to join them, sitting down just as a chill ran up her spine.

Turning slightly, she caught sight of Matthew behind her, Lindsay settled at his side.

Stellas smile faded almost instantly, her expression growing distant.

Bennett noticed the shift, his brow furrowing as he leaned closer to her, his voice dropping to a low murmur.

Did something happen between you and Matthew? On such an important day, he didnt show up with you, but brought another woman instead? Remembering the gossip he had overheard earlier stirred a flicker of disapproval in Bennett.

His eyes darkened slightly, betraying his growing dissatisfaction with Matthews behavior.

Stellas voice was soft but firm as she replied, Shes Matthews adopted sister.

Bennett still wore a frown, his expression one of clear disapproval.

Even if shes his adopted sister, its not exactly fitting for an occasion like today.

Not wanting to let the conversation continue in front of everyone, Stella looked at Bennett earnestly and said, The most important thing today is that the new product launch event goes smoothly.

Nothing else matters.

.. s ...

Hearing Stellas words, Bennetts expression softened, and a proud smile crept onto his face.

Dont worry.

perfect launch event

definitely make waves throughout

smile with a quiet nod, her gaze once again fixed on

with noise, Lindsay, seated close by, had overheard

Matthews sleeve,

I need to go

mind preoccupied with the event,

servant then wheeled

conversation with the two elders of the Lowell

her eyes, a flicker of

the moment Lindsay had entered, Stella had felt uneasy,

success of the product launch, she couldnt afford any distractions or

fabric of her skirt as

gave her a quick nod, his voice low but

Alright, but hurry back.

is about to

agreement, and then turned to

small, knowing smile to tug at his

Bennett, he whispered with a hint of amusement, You know, I really like

flicked over to Matthew, a complex look

replaced by a deep

dropping to a scolding whisper. Sanford, are

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