When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2395

Just a little longer, Matthew responded, his voice smooth and unhurried, savoring the proximity.

A restless stir took hold within Stella, urging her to seek a diversion.

How did Lindsay handle her rehab session today? she asked, hoping to steer the conversation elsewhere.

Matthews reply came brief and emotionless.

No issues.

His voice was monotone, making it clear he had no interest in discussing the matter further.

A hint of turmoil flickered in Stellas expression as she struggled to find the right words to keep the discussion going. At last, after carefully placing the band-aid on her wound, Matthew watched as Stella hastily retracted her hand, leapt to her feet, and made a swift attempt to exit.

when her foot entangled with

securing her waist with his arm and drawing her

guard by the

detected a trace of alcohol in the

reeling from the unexpected closeness, managed to

Absolutely not.

pressing into the fabric of his shirt as she tried to

his nose just inches from hers, taking

about you, he murmured, his breath mingling with

eyes, their faces so near that they shared the same

eyes, as though time itself

mounted within Stella, her mind clouded with doubts about Matthews stance regarding the Wheeler

were resolved, she didnt want to mention him

felt heavier as Stella grappled with finding