When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Once Miley had walked away, Stella turned back to Emery, her brows knitting in curiosity.

Emery, whats this about? Without answering immediately, Emery reached into her bag and pulled out a voice recorder, handing it to Stella.

This is for you.

Ive been meaning to give it to you, but you havent been to Prosperity Group recently, and I wasnt sure if it was already too late.

Stella accepted the recorder, her confusion deepening.

What is this? Emerys gaze held a touch of mystery as she leaned in slightly and asked, her voice low, Have you never wondered why the chandelier suddenly fell during the launch event? Stella froze, her breath catching as her wide eyes locked onto Emery, disbelief etched across her face.

Emery simply nodded, a faint, enigmatic smile gracing her lips.

Theres no need to thank me.

I overheard something that day, purely by chance.

I always carry a recorder with me, so I thought..

why not help? Inside, youll find the answers youre looking for. Her words were deliberately cryptic, as though she were handing over a puzzle for Stella.

Stellas mind raced.

might be going on, and the results of Dexters

with, to lend her a helping hand in

and said with a warm smile, Then Ill design a dress for you as

waved her hand and

No need, Mrs.

Clark.

remember this favor-I might ask for something in the future when I

flicker of discomfort on Stellas face, Emery

Dont worry.

not looking for a promotion or a raise at

smiled

Alright then.

isnt too much,

turned on her heel,

a few steps, she paused and glanced back

as she

moves at Prosperity

deepened, and she thanked

her mind churned with thoughts of