When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2335

Dexter slipped into another dimly lit private dining room at that moment.

There, Sanford was seated opposite his grandfather.

The elder, Declan, presented a picture of austerity, his meticulously styled gray hair narrating tales of the past.

His deep-set eyes, imposing and authoritative, demanded immediate respect.

Stepping closer, Dexter leaned in and whispered cautiously, Mr.

Quimby, Stella has arrived as well.

A shadow flickered across Sanfords face as he murmured softly, Did she cross your path? No, I just had a word with Doreen downstairs, and she brought up Stella, Dexter explained quietly.

After a moments reflection, Sanford directed Youd better leave now.

Its crucial Stella doesnt spot you here.

Acknowledging with a nod, Dexter exited the room with discreet steps.

As the door gently clicked shut, Declan, who had been dining, paused, his utensils resting on the table as surprise flickered through his eyes.

Stella? Is Koris daughter here as well? Sanfords expression remained unreadable, though a slight twitch of his brow betrayed his concern. He faced Declan, his voice steady.

from Lyllmann so suddenly? Gazing back with a mix of

mischievous spark, revealed

not fooling

Youre dodging the issue.

kept his composure, his

avoiding

have pressing responsibilities back in Lyllmann, and its

riddled with uncertainties and lurking

for your

grin took on a fox-like cunning, a playful

out

you this flustered is a

troubling you? Are you afraid Ill meddle with Stella? Sanfords eyes narrowed, his tone sharpening as he responded, My concern isnt

youll throw my plans

is critical, and we cannot afford a single

Declans eyes, carrying

you before to expedite your

the task, Im prepared to step

be warned, it wont be a scenario you

tightened, his tone firm and

I assure you, everything is firmly in