The atmosphere in the room turned subtly awkward with only the two of them present.
Stella leafed through the menu to mask her nervousness and discomfort.
Matthew watched her intently, his eyes enigmatic.
After a pause, he inquired in a neutral tone, “How have your work and personal life been lately? Any issues?”
Stella answered succinctly, “No.”
Without missing a beat, Matthew pressed, “How have you and your husband been doing recently?”
Caught off guard, Stella was puzzled by Matthew’s sudden interest in her personal life.
She set the menu aside and made an excuse.
“Mr. Clark, that’s a private matter. I’d rather not discuss it. Excuse me, I need to use the restroom.”
She then rose gracefully and exited the room.
Observing Stella’s retreating figure, Matthew realized his question had been too forward, eliciting her aversion.
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A flicker of regret crossed his face. He knew he should proceed more cautiously.
Leaving the private box, Stella quickly made her way to the ladies‘ room.
She examined her visage in the mirror, her expression revealing a blend of bewilderment and vulnerability.
Her recent exchange with Matthew rendered her emotionally constrained.
From the moment they ki*sed and she acknowledged her feelings for Matthew, Stella had struggled to keep her poise around him.
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Every second alone with him became increasingly unbearable.
Each word and action of his forced her to analyze them minutely, as though seeking some concealed intent.
Stella clenched her teeth and knitted her eyebrows, perplexed by Matthew’s sudden curiosity about her relationship with Maverick.
What was his true motive?
Stella remained in the washroom until the door’s opening sound snapped her back to the present.
She rinsed her hands and mentally steeled herself.
Her job was her priority and she could leave after the auction was over.
If Matthew’s questions veered into personal territory, she was entirely justified in not answering.