Elizabeth was always true to her word.
The next morning, a silent film starring Stella and Leo took the internet by storm. The footage was rather mortifying.
Upon hearing the news, Matthew promptly headed to the study to address the issue.
Stella had a peaceful night’s sleep, but upon waking, she noticed Matthew’s absence from the room once more, furrowing her brows.
She got up and made her way downstairs. Upon hearing sounds from the kitchen, she assumed Matthew was preparing breakfast, so she had headed straight there.
To her surprise, Erin was the one in the kitchen.
Upon noticing Stella, Erin seemed taken aback and said, “Mrs. Clark, what brings you down so early? Breakfast is ready. Would you care to eat?”
Stella’s face creased with suspicion, thinking Erin had helped Matthew keep a secret from her.
She fixed her eyes on Erin and asked gently, “Where’s Matthew? He’s not in our bedroom. Did you notice him leave?”
“Mr. Clark is in the study,” Erin answered with caution.
Stella was baffled as to why he would be in the study so early again.
Could there be trouble at the company again?
Feeling uneasy, Stella said, “I’ll join him for breakfast once he’s down. Also, could w
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e stick to lighter meals for a bit?”
“Sure.” Erin had almost let out a sigh of relief before watching Stella head towards the living room.
As Stella reached for the remote control, intending to switch on the TV, Erin intervened, “Mrs. Clark.”
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“What is it?” Stella asked, furrowing her brows.
After hesitating and flashing a strained smile, Erin said, “Actually, Mr. Clark mentioned earlier that you should go ahead and eat without him. He insisted you shouldn’t wait.”
“No worries. It’s still early. I’d rather wait for him,” Stella said, reaching for the TV remote again.
Erin interjected again and said, “Mrs. Clark, could you check with Mr. Clark about his dining plans? I need to know for preparations.”
After a moment’s thought, Stella set down the remote. “Alright. I’ll go see him in the study.”
With that, she went upstairs again.
Erin watched her leave, patting her chest in relief, thankful she hadn’t let anything slip.
She swiftly hid the remote control.
Approaching the study, Stella pushed at the door, surprised to find it locked.