Chapter 1109
When Love Comes Late
His words evoked a tingling sensation at the tip of Amaraâs nose, and her eyes began to moisten.
Mustering a feeble smile, she responded, âEven though I never found a good man, I have no regrets about having you.
Now that youâre all grown up with your own family, I also hope to find someone to spend the rest of my life with.
Stella is a good girl.
You two should try your best to take care of each other.
â
As she spoke about Stella, Matthewâs expression subtly softened, and a gentle smile played in his eyes.
âDonât worry, Mom, I will.
Iâm very happy now.
â He assured her, memories of Stellaâs kindness flooding his mind.
That evening, when Stella returned home and opened the door, she was suddenly wrapped in a tight hug.
Trying to get her bearings, she found herself against the wall, encircled by Matthew.
His hand cradled her head as his gentle tongue traced her lips.
The ki*s deepened.
Stella attempted to push against his chest, but he remained firm.
âMatthew, stop itâ¦â She gasped for air.
âYour momâ¦â
Matthewâs eyes flickered open and he explained, âSheâs gone back to Fairwa.
Itâs just you and me at home.
â
Ignoring her concerns, he leaned in for another ki*s.
Their moment was abruptly interrupted by a voice.
âOops, maybe weâll come back later.
â
Stella shivered, her face flushed.
She hastily pushed against Matthewâs shoulders, putting some distance between them.
With a raise of his brow, Matthew shifted his gaze to spot Neville and Miley, who were stationed at the doorway, wearing smirks that could tell tales.
Neville teased, âDidnât realize you had this side to you.
â
Matthew shot him a stern look, tinged with a touch of disdain.
âWhat brings you here?â
Having anticipated a secluded time with Stella after overcoming a series of recent challenges, Matthew found himself interrupted by these uninvited guests.
Stella explained, âMiley and I needed a good catch-up.
She dropped by the set, so I brought them along.
â
Miley, grinning ear to ear, glanced at Matthewâs displeased expression and asked playfully, âAre we not welcome?â
Matthew was on the verge of responding when he felt a gentle pull on his hand.
Stella was holding it, looking at him with an innocent plea.
Despite the irritation bubbling within him, the look on Stellaâs face immediately melted his resolve.