Pushing aside the odd feeling in her heart, she replied with a smile, Youre welcome. I feel fortunate to know Stella. Please just call me Alissa.
She presented the flowers she had bought, which Bella accepted happily before inviting them to sit down for lunch.
During the meal, Bella and Alissa engaged in a lively conversation about embroidery. Bella intently listened to Alissa as she shared her expertise.
Ive dabbled in embroidery myself, Bella mentioned. A few years ago, I gave it a try. Despite my knack for design, the intricate craftsmanship proved too challenging for me.
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Hearing Bellas words, Alissa thought of her long-gone friend.
They were quite similar in this respect, and the familiar feeling Alissa had about Bella was growing stronger. If youre interested, Id love to teach you embroidery when you have the time, and I could learn from your design skills as well, Alissa offered warmly.
Absolutely, Bella agreed eagerly.
The two continued chatting animatedly.
Midway through their conversation, Alissa glanced at Stella and remarked with a smile to Bella, I initially thought Stella would resemble you more, but now I see she might take after her father. He must be quite handsome, considering how beautiful Stella is.
Stella remained silent, but the thought of Kristians face made her realize she didnt resemble him much at all.
She remembered Bella mentioning she had undergone some minor cosmetic procedures after her accident.
Suddenly, Stella was curious about what Bella looked like before the car accident.
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Bella was open about it. She candidly admitted, Stella doesnt resemble my husband. I was in an accident previously and underwent some minor cosmetic procedures on my face. I believe Stella Looks more like how I did before the accident.
Alissa appeared composed, yet she was inwardly astonished.
She didnt trust in mere coincidences, especially not an accumulation of them occurring simultaneously.
Stella bore a resemblance to her friend. Bella had experienced an accident that required minor cosmetic procedures.
Connecting all the dots, Alissas palms began to perspire slightly.
After a brief pause, she ventured, Have you ever lived in Bysea before?
This wasnt the first time Bella had encountered mention of this place.
Although Stella had been adopted by Clint from an orphanage in Bysea, Bella had no memories of the place herself.
She slowly shook her head. No. Why do you ask?
Receiving a negative response, Alissa felt a pang of disappointment.
She managed a forced smile. Oh, its nothing. Its just that you seemed so familiar. You remind me of someone I knew back when I was studying in Bysea.
Bella nodded in understanding but did not pursue the conversation further.