She picked it up and walked over to Matthew, asking softly, “Why are you here?”
Matthew’s taut expression eased at her gesture, although a hint of tension remained.
“I came to keep you company,” he said, pulling Stella into his embrace.
Aware of what was on his mind, Stella quickly clarified, “Dr. Barnes is my grandpa’s primary physician and also a good friend of mine.”
Still holding Stella tightly and remaining visibly pensive, Matthew said nothing.
Stella had no choice but to address Farris.
“Dr. Barnes, my grandpa’s test results haven’t come in yet. Perhaps you should go to work.”
Though clearly reluctant, Farris knew he had no reason to linger around.
“I’ll return when the results are available,” he said before going out.
Once the door closed, Stella heaved a sigh of relief.
Only then did she notice that Matthew was dressed in a black and gray suit, the one she had previously gifted to Maverick.
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Observing his still somber face, Stella couldn’t resist teasing, “Are you jealous?”
Matthew averted his gaze, concealing the turmoil within.
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“No, it’s just that I didn’t treat you well enough.”
That was why another man harbored unspoken intentions toward her.
Stella felt a surge of happiness at Matthew’s display of emotion.
Jealousy and possessiveness only sprout when genuine affection was involved.
She was about to articulate her thoughts when a knock interrupted her.
The nurse gently pushed the door open, announcing, “The patient’s examination is complete.”
Following her words, she wheeled Clint into the room.
“Matthew?” Clint’s eyes widened in surprise.
“What brings you here?”
Seizing the handles of the wheelchair from the nurse, Matthew guided Clint into the room.
“Well, you are like my grandfather. It’s my responsibility to look after you.”