When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 2429

Stellas face darkened with fury as her mind raced to unravel who could be behind such a calculated plot to frame her for Robins death.

As Stella exited the police station, she was so absorbed in her thoughts that she didnt notice the uneven ground beneath her feet.

She stumbled, her body pitching forward.

Without hesitation, Matthew reached out and caught her, pulling her firmly into his arms.

Sanford had instinctively moved to help but wasnt as quick as Matthew.

His hands hovered in the air for a moment before he withdrew them, a flicker of disappointment crossing his face.

Stella, snapping back to reality, became aware of Sanfords presence. Flushed with embarrassment, she quickly pulled away from Matthews embrace, taking a deep breath to compose herself.

Sanford, what are you doing here? Sanford replied, Doreen called me, saying you were taken

was so worried that I

displeased Look on Matthews face, he turned to Stella

you frightened? Stella shook her head, her tone carrying a hint

for

a faint

he insisted

guilt, and she cast him a

the interaction between Stella and Sanford, felt his temper

he grabbed Stellas hand,

little

days events,

me! Matthew seemed oblivious to her protests and kept