When Love Comes Late

Clenching her teeth in frustration, she started her car and drove away quickly.

Meanwhile, in the living room, Lindsay sat by the panoramic windows, her face cold as she watched Stella’s car fade into the distance.

She thoughtfully touched her leg, her gaze intense.

Upstairs, Matthew stayed in his spot long after Stella had gone.

He was overwhelmed with mixed emotions, but couldn’t pinpoint the reason.

Stella’s every move and glance had shaken him to his core.

He couldn’t fathom why a woman he was only married to on paper had such a strong impact on him.

After a brief pause, Matthew took out his phone and dialed Cordell.

They had a quick chat, and Matthew ended the call.

As he was about to leave the room, something in his peripheral vision caught his attention.

The room had a few typical couple’s items, likely few because the owner rarely stayed there.

Even with the sparse belongings, all the essentials were there.

The style of the items was clearly not his.

That left only one other person they could belong to-Stella.

Matthew dismissed the odd sensation and made his way downstairs.

Lindsay had just finished tending to her injury when she noticed Matthew coming down the stairs.

Her expression brightened, and she suggested gently, “Matthew, are you done with work? How about we take a coffee break?”

Matthew glanced at her briefly and responded coolly, “No, I’m still occupied.

”

Disappointment was evident on Lindsay’s face.

“Stay here with Grandma and Grandpa for the time being,” Matthew added.

“If you decide to go back later, the driver can take you.

”

He then began to walk away.

Concerned, Lindsay quickly inquired, “Are you heading back to the office, Matthew?”

He nodded in confirmation.

“Since I’ve returned home after finishing my studies abroad, I’ve been working as your assistant.

If there’s anything I can do, just tell me,” Lindsay said.

The term “assistant” triggered a sharp pain in Matthew’s head.This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.

Suddenly, he was overwhelmed by a mix of familiar and unfamiliar memories.

He tried to concentrate, but the headache made it difficult to think clearly.