When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2374

Stella, you and Lindsay setting up shops on the same street-doesnt that spell trouble? Bella ventured, her voice tinged with concern.

Im afraid it might ignite some friction.

With a gentle shake of her head, Stella brushed off the concern.

Our offerings dont overlap; we dont have any conflict of interest.

Besides, Ill appoint a manager to run the day-to-day, keeping my interactions with Lindsay to a minimum.

She paused, a thoughtful expression crossing her features.

And lets not borrow trouble.

Lindsays act of saving Matthew has smoothed over many wrinkles.

I hold no grudges.

Bellas worries had painted grim scenarios, but Stellas calm assurance acted like a balm.

If youre at peace with this, then Im content. Youre right; Lindsays bravery in Matthews crisis shouldnt be overshadowed by petty grievances.

dialogue was sliced through by the

display,

answered, and Lucias voice bubbled through

tomorrow? Remember, we promised to catch

sent over a bounty of fresh

dine with the Lowell family? Absolutely, Ill be there, Stella

Lucias invitation with Bella and

her hesitation palpable,

go on

and I barely

might just be

accepting Bellas reluctance

then, take some time to

a

lovely set of

with

was comfortably settled at home, Stella ventured out to find the perfect

her drive, she reached out to Matthew, but only found

as she wondered about Matthews whereabouts and why he was out

headquarters of Prosperity Group, Matthew was ensconced in his well-appointed, bright office, documents piled around him like

was deep in conversation with Lindsay, whose voice bubbled over