When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2423

Sanford said nothing, simply pushing a document across the table toward Stella and motioning for her to examine its contents.

Take a look at this, and youll understand, he said.

Stellas eyes scanned the document, uncovering a grim picture: Doreens father, a chronic gambler prone to violence, had racked up millions in debt, mysteriously cleared in recent days.

At the same time, her mother had been desperately seeking employment across town.

After digesting the contents, Stella looked up, her brow furrowed.

Are you implying Doreens involved? Sanford gave a grim nod.

Shes your assistant, Stella.

If anyone had the access and opportunity to do something shady, its her.

Stella immediately defended Doreen.

Thats absurd.

She wasnt even near me when everything went down, and I havent seen anything suspicious about her.

You cant accuse her just because her familys situation improved suddenly. Sanford sighed deeply.

isnt about baseless

report after investigating

Doreen seems Like the

you trust her, but until we uncover the truth, you

torn between her trust in Doreen

her

heavy heart, she left

the street corner, Sanford hesitated before softly calling her

her eyes, he spoke

Stella, dont worry.

Well uncover the truth.

stay vigilant and take care of yourself in the

though kind, felt like a refrain she had grown

little solace in her storm

gave a

Thanks, Sanford.

Ill be careful.

weary expression, Sanford felt

moment, he hesitated before asking something

anything about your father? Her brows furrowed

My father? Not really.

do you ask? Sanford lowered his gaze,