Chapter 1021

“Matthew, would you place the ring on Stella’s finger? My work here will be done then.

”

Matthew took the velvet box from Stella and carefully extracted the ring.

He then slid the ring onto Stella’s finger.

“When we have our wedding ceremony, I’ll give you an even more precious ring.

”

Stella gazed at the ring, then looked into Matthew’s eyes.

“Grandma has given it to me.

It’s incredibly beautiful,” she said, her fingers tracing the sapphire.

Lucia, witnessing this exchange, couldn’t contain her happiness.

“I’m so glad you like it, Stella.

It’s been a long time since I’ve had such a joyful birthday.

”

A few moments later, a waiter approached their table with a birthday cake.

Encircled by the guests, Lucia joyfully blew out the candles and began to slice the cake amidst the crowd’s cheers.

Matthew, joining in the applause with a smile, was approached by a waiter carrying a box.

“This is for your grandma,” the waiter said, presenting the box to Matthew.

“Someone dropped it off.

”

“Do you know who it was?” Matthew asked, puzzled.

The waiter shook his head.

“I’m sorry, Mr.

Clark.

The person only handed me the box and requested I deliver it.

”

A hint of concern flickered across Matthew’s face.

All the guests had arrived at the party.

He hesitantly opened the box and saw a wine-red dress and a card inside.

After examining the contents thoroughly, he was relieved to find nothing unusual.

“Who sent this?” Waldo asked.

“I’m not sure, but there’s a card,” Matthew replied, handing it over to Waldo.

Upon reading the card, Waldo’s eyes widened, and his expression changed dramatically.

The card had a simple message.

“We will meet soon.

”