You can go now.”
Matthew pursed his lips, not daring to look back.
“Tidy up first.
I’ll wait outside. Call me if you need anything.”
“Okay.”
Once the door closed behind Matthew, Stella took a moment to collect herself before rising from the tub.
Wanting to avoid a repeat of the earlier awkwardness, she proceeded with caution as she stepped out.
After taking a quick shower, Stella changed into the clothes Matthew prepared.
Looking at her reflection, she felt a smile form at the corners of her mouth, touched by his thoughtful gesture.
She grabbed the hair dryer and began to dry her damp locks.
Her face in the mirror appeared slightly flushed, devoid of makeup, displaying signs of fatigue.
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The day had been a whirlwind of emotions, as unpredictable as a roller coaster. She couldn’t help but wonder about the aftermath of Matthew’s impending announcement.
With a heavy sigh, she wished for smooth sailing come morning.
After drying her hair, she walked out looking much more composed.
Matthew had been waiting outside for quite a while, yet he displayed no signs of impatience on his face.
He sized her up to make sure she was genuinely okay, and only then did he finally relax.
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With the recent awkward encounter in the bathroom, a hint of embarrassment still colored Matthew’s interactions with Stella.
Clearing his throat, he suggested, somewhat stiffly, “You can stay here tonight.”
Stella immediately started to object, “No, I can go back to…”
But she was cut off before she could complete her sentence.
Matthew looked intently at her and asserted, “Your place with Miley isn’t secure right now. It’s safer for you to stay here.”
Stella paused to consider his words.
While she couldn’t fault his logic, the prospect of staying here made her uneasy. Could she really reside in the same space as him, especially when she hadn’t yet acclimated to her mew role as Matthew’s wife?
Sensing Stella’s hesitance, Matthew reassured her, “I’ve prepared a separate room for you, and I’ll also arrange for someone to look after your grandfather. Everything is under control.”