After ending the call, she quickly changed and left the house with Matthew.
As they stepped outside, they noticed the family butler stepping out of a car.
Stella and Matthew exchanged puzzled glances.
The butler approached them with a smile and said, Mr. Waldo Clark asked me to deliver an invitation to you.
As Matthew accepted the invitation from the butler, Stella leaned in to take a look. It was for the Lowell familys engagement party. It was taking place in three days.
The butler relayed Waldos message. Mr. Clark asked for you to attend the party with your wife and Miss Wheeler. He says that its a young peoples event, and leaves the decision to you.
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I see. Matthew nodded.
With a slight nod, the butler excused himself.
Stella held up the elegant invitation, examining it. Confused, she asked, Why havent I heard your grandparents mention any connection between the Clark and Lowell families?
Stella was new to Seamarsh. She was unfamiliar with the Lowell family and had no prior contact with them.
Matthew, on the other hand, only knew what Waldo had told him.
Weve always had a good relationship with the Lowells. Theyre a prominent family in Bysea. Years ago, a family tragedy forced them to move overseas, but they still send Grandpa gifts for festivals.
Stella nodded. Given their good terms, attending seemed appropriate.
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Should I prepare anything beforehand? she asked nervously.
No need to stress, Matthew assured her. Its just a social gathering. Ill ask Fernando to find a dress for you.
Stella pondered for a moment. Alright, but Ill pick out an engagement gift myself.
Matthew smiled. Can I come with you?
Stella declined, shaking her head. Ill go with Miley. After all, its for the bride. Men wouldnt be much help here.
Matthew chuckled, conceding defeat. Alright, as you wish.
They then went their separate ways.
Stella drove to Alissas house. This time, without Doreen in tow, Alissa led her to the hidden studio beneath her home.
Despite its modest size and simple layout, the underground studio was surprisingly well-equipped with a variety of tools and materials.
Doreen told me you found your biological mother. Congratulations!
Alissa faced Stella. I heard shes a designer as well?