Right at that moment, Stella’s phone chimed.
She retrieved her phone, glancing at it before looking up at Matthew with a grin.
“It’s getting late. You should head back and rest.
Someone will pick me up later.”
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A shadow loomed over Mathew’s face.
With a heart full of gratitude, Stella expressed, “I truly appreciate your help today. Drive safely on your way home. I’m off now.”
She bowed and turned away.
Matthew stood frozen, his gaze trailing Stella’s retreating back for what felt like an eternity.
Did her husband send her that message?
Did she rush back so quickly to her cozy haven?
But he…
Mathew laughed at his foolishness.
That villa of his was nothing more than his refuge. How could he even dream of having a home?
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With that thought, Matthew’s pleasant demeanor evaporated in an instant, replaced by a wave of irritation.
The weekend came very quickly.
Stella had hoped to call Maverick to make an appointment.
But Fernando called her before she could.
“Stella, come to the company now.”
“What happened? Is something wrong?” Stella asked, instantly becoming a nervous wreck.
Holding her phone up to her ear, she opened her wardrobe, rummaging for what to wear.
“We are headed to Perkins Group to foster collaboration. Mr. Clark said you should with us,” Fernando explained briefly.
“I’ll be right there,” Stella responded, feeling a slight sense of relief.
Despite the fact that she had no clue what Matthew was trying to do, she didn’t dare to waste a second.
In a flash, she changed into her work clothes and rushed out.