Debora seemed to consider his words, her resolve softening, yet she remained stubborn. “I just want to get back with him.”
Suddenly, Luka’s voice interrupted from behind.
Leaning against the wall, looking both flushed and breathless, he declared, “Starting today, you’re nothing to me.”
Debora’s face showed shock as she stared at Luka, unable to believe what she just heard.
Observing the crowd, Cordell grasped the seriousness of the situation.
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Pointing at Luka, Matthew instructed, “Take care of him. I’m getting Stella out of here first.”
Realizing this wasn’t the moment to linger, Stella allowed Matthew to guide her away.
As they were leaving, Debora couldn’t help but yell after them, “Stella, why do they all Like you?”
Stella faced Debora’s wild eyes with a calm resolve. “Because I know better than to stoop to your level.”
Unfazed by Debora’s antics, Matthew cast her a dismissive glance before departing with Stella in tow.
Once inside the car, Stella’s hands clenched with residual fear from Debora’s unsettling behavior. She drew in a deep breath, trying to quell the unease that lingered within her.
Matthew noticed her trembling hands and reached out, enfolding her in a reassuring embrace. “It’s okay, Stella. You’re safe now.”
As he gently caressed her head, she winced in pain, causing him to pull back in concern.
“What’s wrong?” he inquired, his eyes filled with worry.
Stella rubbed her sore temple. “I bumped my head against the wall.”
“Let me see if it’s swollen.” Matthew examined her forehead, relieved to find only a minor injury.
With a sigh of relief, he massaged her head, offering comfort in his light touch. “Does it still hurt?”
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Stella shook her head, the pain gradually subsiding as she nestled closer to Matthew’s comforting presence.
Fearing for her safety, Matthew implored, “Promise me, Stella, that you’ll never face trouble alone again. You must tell me immediately if you’re in danger.”
He didn’t dare to imagine what would happen if he didn’t arrive in time.
Stella couldn’t help but chuckle at his earnestness. “I promise.”
She linked her arm through his and rubbed against his chest coyly.
“I could use some rest. Let’s head home.”
Her perfume and the hint of wine on her breath surely added to her allure.