She looked up at him and blinked her beautiful eyes a few times.
Bennett frowned and broke free from her grip. Wait here for a moment. I have something urgent to talk to Matthew about Stella.
As soon as Joann heard Stellas name, the jealousy in her heart was reignited. She was even more unwilling to let him go.
She lied casually, Stella sent a message to Lindsay just now, asking her to look for Matthew. Lindsay is with him now. Besides, its our engagement party. Why do you have to worry about the matters of the Clark family? Even if something happens to Stella, Matthew will definitely handle it well.
Bennett looked in the direction where Matthew stood. Indeed, Lindsay was with him. He didnt doubt Joanns words anymore.
When Joann noticed this, she held his arm again and said, Dont worry about them anymore. Our engagement party is about to begin. The guests are all waiting for us.
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Bennett thought for a while. Then, he nodded and said, Okay.
He didnt insist on going to Matthew. But he said to her, Please dont forget to tell Lindsay that Stella has choked on water and is resting in the lounge behind the banquet hall now. Please ask Matthew to go there quickly.
Joann nodded repeatedly. Okay, Ill let them know.
Since Bennett didnt suspect her, a glimmer of joy flashed through her eyes.
Judging from the current situation, Lindsay would soon succeed.
Stella would no longer spoil their good plans.
Meanwhile, Lindsay picked up a glass of wine from a waiters tray and handed it to Matthew. Without thinking much, he accepted the glass and took a sip.
His eyes scanned the surroundings. When he didnt see Stella, he frowned slightly, feeling a little worried.
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Lindsay looked at the wine glass in Matthews hand. Her eyes darkened.
She made eye contact with the waiter and instantly returned to normal as if nothing had happened.
She deliberately looked at the people dancing on the dance floor enviously, turned to Matthew, and said sweetly, Matthew, I just came back from abroad, and I dont have many friends here except for Joann. If Stella doesnt like to dance, can you dance with me instead?
After saying this, she looked at Matthew expectantly.
Matthew didnt say anything. He took out his phone and called Stella.
But to his dismay, she didnt answer.
His frown deepened. He put down the glass and was about to leave.
Success was within Lindsays reach. So, how could she let Matthew leave?
She quickly grabbed his arm and pretended to be concerned. Matthew, you dont look well. Is something wrong with you? Is there any way I can help?
Lindsay felt Matthews body temperature, and she couldnt help feelin