When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2369

Visions of her compassionate eyes and tender care lingered in his mind, bringing a gentle warmth.

He set the ointment aside, opting not to use it.

Instead, he picked up the customized pen again, examining it with a newfound intensity.

Just thirty minutes shy of quitting time, Stellas phone buzzed with an unexpected dinner invitation from Matthew.

She didnt turn it down; beneath her composed exterior, a flutter of excitement stirred.

Post-work, Stella made her way to their designated rendezvous-the restaurant Matthew had suggested.

As soon as she exited the car, she caught sight of him, a solitary figure by the entrance, awaiting her arrival.

Their eyes locked, kindling a warm, tender sensation deep within Stellas chest. Together, they entered the restaurant, where a cheerful waiter greeted them and escorted them upstairs with a bright smile.

sideways glance at Matthew and ventured, What sparked this sudden whim

the step, Stellas foot betrayed her, slipping

wrapped his arm around her,

been leading the way, spun

his eyebrows knitted

alright? Still rattling from the jolt,

fine, she assured

had clung to

released her grip and remarked with a relieved smile, Good thing youre

reminded her to watch her step, though his hand lingered protectively at her waist

a surge of warmth rush through her,

enveloped by an ambiance of tranquility, the air perfumed with a

presented Stella with a small box, inviting her to discover its

the boxs secret-a beautifully crafted pen

at him. Whats the occasion for