Miley was puzzled by Stella’s intense reaction.
She wanted to mention that Maverick had also been in Seamarsh recently, but was cut off by Stella.
“Dr. Barnes, I’ll handle my grandfather’s care. Thank you.”
Farris looked slightly skeptical but said nothing more. To Miley, he added, “Ring the bell if you need assistance.”
After he left, Miley closed the door and faced Stella seriously.
“What’s going on between you and Maverick? You’re still technically married to him, so why not ask him to look after your grandfather?”
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Avoiding the topic, Stella closed her eyes and remained silent.
Persistent, Miley threatened, “If you won’t talk, I’ll call Maverick myself. He promised to find a doctor for your grandfather, didn’t he?
But he’s not even here. Couldn’t he come and help you out? Is he planning on breaking that promise?”
Reaching into Stella’s bag, Miley grabbed her phone.
“Please, Miley, don’t contact him,” Stella implored, catching her friend’s wrist.
Unyielding, Miley questioned, “Why? What has he done? If he’s mistreated you, I’ll make sure he answers for it.”
Cornered, Stella felt compelled to reveal the truth.
“Matthew and Maverick are the same person.”
“What?” Miley was dumbstruck for a moment. Regaining her composure, she pressed Stella for clarification.
“Are you saying Matthew is Maverick? Your husband is Matthew, correct?”
Wearily, Stella nodded.
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Suddenly, the pieces fell into place for Miley.
“No wonder he cares about you so much.”
Yet, she was puzzled by Stella’s somber demeanor.
If Matthew was both the husband and the man Stella cared for, shouldn’t this be a happy revelation?
Why did Stella look upset?
Before she could voice her confusion, Stella interjected with a sneer.
“So what? He deceived me for so long, letting me believe I was having an affair. And he watched getting fooled every day.”