When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Matthews response was faint, almost drowned out by the weight of his words.

Its not her.

Nevilles curiosity nudged him forward.

Is it about Stella? Cordell, watching Matthew closely, furrowed his brow.

He had seen Matthew and Stella together earlier at the hospital, and their departure had seemed perfectly fine.

How could things have spiraled so quickly in just a few short hours? Matthew remained silent.

He picked up his glass of water, took a slow sip, and then sat back, his gaze clouded with a storm of emotions too complex to unravel.

Seeing Matthews silence, Neville pressed on, his voice deliberate.

Stella is still young, beautiful, and capable.

If youre really contemplating divorce, maybe its better to rip off the band-aid sooner rather than later.

Youre not lacking admirers, and if Stella finds herself single again, Im sure therell be no shortage of suitors.

It might even be for the best for both of you.

At these words, Cordells instincts kicked in. He quickly tugged at Nevilles sleeve, whispering urgently, Stop talking.

adding fuel to the

in your drink, why not face the problem head-on? Didnt you plan on divorcing Stella? Whats holding you back now? Matthews

so sharp it could freeze

continued, Ive heard Mileys got someone lined

waiting for you two

mans already

Matthews face hardened.

voice cut through the

you dare have such plans for

a teasing smile

care so

thats the case, why are you two at odds? Is married life too boring for you, and youve decided to spice it up with drama? At that moment, Cordell realized Neville

the feeling that Matthews recent behavior toward Stella was

provocation might help Matthew see things with

mind was in

of his feelings for Stella

but now, even the thought of it left him uneasy-like a fire burning beneath his skin, too hot

the deeper struggle, spoke up, his voice soft but

always been there for you, especially with

patient, understanding your pain, and constantly thinking

keep pushing her

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scene earlier at the hospital, when Lindsay had suddenly appeared, and