After shooting off the text, he pocketed his phone and got the car moving.
During the drive, Stella made small talk with Haley, trying to bridge the gap between them.
Haley said, “Stella, I understand if you’re not ready to call me Mom.
I’m to blame for the lost years. But I promise, from this moment on, I’ll do everything to be the mother you deserve. You won’t have to face hardships alone anymore.”
Stella felt a wave of emotion but struggled to articulate her joy.
She could only offer a meaningful nod in response.
Catching a glimpse of Stella’s newfound happiness in the rearview mirror, Matthew couldn’t help but feel touched.
He secretly hoped Haley truly was Stella’s mother.
In a hospital in Dorburn, Neville had an appointment for a medical check-up.
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After leaving Benjamin’s office, Miley, who had been waiting outside, quickly got to her feet, full of anxiety.
Noticing Neville looked downhearted, she feared the worst.
Miley felt a shadow fall over her heart, yet she put on a brave face, trying to lift his spirits. “Hey, it’s okay. Don’t lose hope. We’ll just find another doctor, that’s all.”
Neville looked at her, and surprisingly, a smile broke through his gloom. “Actually, Benjamin mentioned there’s a good chance I’ll get better if I keep coming here once a month.”
“Then why the long face earlier?” Miley couldn’t hide her relief mixed with a bit of annoyance at the emotional rollercoaster.
Neville didn’t respond with words but instead pulled her into a hug.
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Miley squirmed. “Hey, what are you doing? We’re in the hallway.
People are going to stare.”
Ignoring her protests, Neville hugged her even tighter. “Miley, I’m really sorry. I’ve put you through so much.”
Miley’s tension eased while in his embrace.
She couldn’t help but recall the past events, still harboring some dissatisfaction towards Neville. “Just don’t leave me behind again…”
“I’ll make it up to you. I’ll never disappoint you again,” Neville vowed. “If I ever cause you pain again, I’ll…”
“That’s enough,” Miley interrupted, placing her hand on his lips. “I get what you’re trying to say.”
Noticing her anxious expression, Neville felt a surge of contentment.
He embraced Miley firmly, making a heartfelt promise. “I’ll introduce you to my parents, and then we can start planning our wedding.”