It wasn’t a dream. He had indeed cared for her in that small but meaningful. way.
It was Matthew who draped his coat over her once she had drifted off to sleep.
While they were in the hotel, that mix of strangeness and familiarity welled up within Stella once more, leaving her feeling somewhat moved.
She tried not to think of it anymore. Handing back his jacket, she mumbled, “Thank you, Mr. Clark.”
Matthew accepted the coat silently.
That was when Stella noticed the wedding ring on his finger.
Of course, Matthew was married.
His concern for her today stemmed solely from her status as his employee, nothing more.
She couldn’t always fantasize.
Stella kept reminding herself to keep her feelings in check.
Rapidly unbuckling her seatbelt, Stella stammered, “Mr. Clark, it’s late. I should get going. Drive safely.”
With that, she hastened out of the car and into the villa.
Matthew watched her swift exit, his eyes narrowing briefly before he drove off.
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Once inside, Stella leaned against the door, taking a moment to collect herself.
Miley, hearing her come in, approached.
“Stella, how did the check-up go?”
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On seeing Stella’s somewhat flustered appearance, Miley added, “Is everything okay? Are you feeling alright?”
Stella shook her head, taking her hand in assurance.
“I’m fine, just exhausted.”
“Really?” Miley wasn’t fully convinced.
“And what did the doctor say?”
“The doctor said I was fine,” Stella replied, forcing a smile.
“I think I’ll head to bed.”
After giving Stella a scrutinizing look, Miley finally nodded.