Slater managed a smile, though it seemed forced.
“I’m fine It’s just that Matthew isn’t used to driving himself. I understand.”
Matthew remained silent, but he didn’t slow down.
This incident cast a shadow over the rest of the journey, rendering it unusually quiet.
The car eventually pulled up at Miley’s villa.
As Stella exited the vehicle, she noticed that the villa was shrouded in darkness. Before she could dial Miley’s number, she received a call from her friend.
Miley’s voice, brimming with excitement, emanated from the other end of the line.
“Stella, Flossie and I are grabbing some balloons and colorful ribbons to decorate the house. We’ll be a little late.”
“You…” Stella began to voice her concerns about the inconvenience, but Miley had already hung up, leaving her on a dial tone.
She shook her head in resignation.
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Folding her phone, she led Matthew and Slater into the house.
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The three entered the living room. Stella noticed that Slater was still rubbing his head, so she inquired, “Is your head hurting? I have some ointment upstairs. I can fetch it for you.”
Slater glanced at Matthew, who appeared unwell, and decided to tease Stella.
“I’m not feeling well. Matthew was driving too fast.”
Stella felt a rush of anxiety.
If anything happened to the renowned designer, it would be a disaster.
She hurriedly offered, “Please wait here. I’ll go upstairs and get the ointment for you.”
“Alright,” Slater replied.
With Stella out of the room, Matthew and Slater sat in silence, pointedly ignoring each other.
Matthew crossed his arms, his face stony, while Slater fidgeted uncomfortably.
After a brief period of waiting, Slater couldn’t bear the silence any longer.
He leaned towards Matthew and asked, “Do you have feelings for Stella?”
Matthew remained as still as a statue, seemingly unfazed by Slater’s words.
Not one to be easily discouraged, Slater chuckled.