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.

her an idea of what might be going on, and the results

she wasnt particularly close with, to lend

a warm smile, Then Ill design a dress for you as a thank-you

her hand

No need, Mrs.

Clark.

this favor-I might ask for something in the future

discomfort on Stellas face, Emery softened

Dont worry.

things difficult for you, and Im not looking for a promotion or a raise at Prosperity

smiled

Alright then.

isnt too much, Ill do my best to

on her heel, and began to walk

a few steps, she paused and glanced back over her

expression grew serious as she said, Keep

moves at

deepened, and she thanked

approached Miley, her mind churned with thoughts