With a smile, Lindsay waved at Stella, saying, See you tomorrow.
Stella nodded and stepped into the car.
As the car drove away, Stella let out a sigh.
Hearing her sigh, Matthew glanced over and suggested, If youre tired, feel free to take a nap. Ill let you know once were back home.
Stella shook her head and offered a helpless smile. Im not tired, just dealing with a headache.
She smiled and remarked, Its been a while since Ive encountered someone as energetic as Lindsay. Its a bit overwhelming. Perhaps Im just getting old.
As she spoke, Stella couldnt shake the thought that shed never heard of Lindsay from Matthew before. He hadnt even mentioned her or invited her to their wedding. Unable to suppress her curiosity, she asked, Since shes like your sister, why didnt we invite her to our wedding? We should have at least sent her an invitation.
Matthew replied, Im not very familiar with her.
Stella fell silent.
That was Matthews typical behavior.
He explained, About a year after I returned to the Clark family, Grandpa sent her abroad. We didnt have much opportunity to spend time together
Speaking of this, he suddenly recalled something and stopped.
Stella was completely absorbed in Matthews explanation when he suddenly stopped. Compelled by curiosity, she urged, Why dont you continue?
Coming back to the present, Matthew paused thoughtfully before revealing, When I first returned to the Clark family, my grandfather encouraged me to pursue my studies relentlessly. During those late nights, my grandmother would prepare midnight snacks for me. If it was too late, shed send Lindsay with the food. One night, Lindsay had an accident on her way back and was seriously injured.
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His voice dropped, a frown creasing his forehead.
Stella hadnt expected such a revelation, and it left her feeling profoundly mixed emotions.
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Matthew, despite his cold exterior, was fundamentally a warm-hearted man. Stella knew he carried a burden of guilt, even if he said nothing.
She nodded slightly, her voice firm with resolve. I will treat her as my own sister. If she needs anything, Ill do my best to help.
Matthew looked at her and clarified, I shared this with you not because I expect you to act on it, but because I dont want to keep secrets from you. Dont feel burdened. You are my wife, but that doesnt mean you have to shoulder all Clark family responsibilities with me.
Hearing Matthews tender voice, warmth flooded Stellas heart.
She looked at him earnestly and shook her head gently. Its never a burden to me. Being your wife, I want to share in everything with you, not just in work, but in lifes responsibilities as well.
Matthew pulled Stella close and kised her softly. Its my fortune to have married you.
That night, Elizabeth found herself locked in her room, feeling dizzy and in pain.
Despite her condition, neither Bella nor Kristian had called a doctor to attend to her wounds.