Her vision was a little blurry. She held Matthew’s arms tightly to make sure that he was really safe. Then she collected herself.
Tears welled up in her eyes. She tried to speak, but no words escaped her trembling Lips.
Matthew’s expression darkened, and his heart ached at the sight of her distress.
He pulled Stella closer to him, comforting her in a hushed …
“I‘m fine, Stella. I’m perfectly fine.”
While consoling Stella, he kept an eye on the two fleeing men.
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He looked away indifferently and stared at the scrapped car without a license. His face darkened.
This was no accident. Someone had deliberately tried to harm him.
If it weren’t for Jeremy’s situation and the security measures he had put in place for Stella, both of them could have been seriously injured tonight.
Stella continued to sob uncontrollably in his arms, her fear palpable.
Matthew’s concern deepened, and he gently whispered, “It’s okay.
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There’s nothing to be afraid of.”
Despite his reassurances, Stella couldn’t immediately calm down.
She continued trembling and remained unable to speak. Her grip on Matthew’s clothing was unwavering, and she repeated his name like a mantra.
Matthew observed her trembling hand in silence, then slowly enveloped it with his own.
Her fingers were icy cold.
He cradled her hand in his palms and uttered softly, “I won’t die.”
Stella raised her head, her gaze unfocused.
Matthew offered her a small smile and said in an even gentler tone, “Don’t you want a muffin? Let’s go get one.”
Stella was roused by the warmth of his hand.
She regained her composure, noticing their intimate position, and promptly withdrew her hand, trying to appear collected.
“No, thank you. Let’s go back quickly. This place doesn’t seem safe.”
As she spoke, she suppressed the emotions welling up in her heart.
Just moments ago, she had been genuinely fearful that Matthew might be fatally struck by the car, and her heart had ached uncontrollably.