Chapter 1617: Chapter 1621

Stella glanced at Matthew, sensing a return of his confident and distant attitude from when they first met, yet she acknowledged the truth in his words.

If Devyn truly did something wrong, Stella had to confront her about it.

After pondering for a moment, Stella made a decision and stated, “Alright, I’ll take your advice.

”

A day later, Nikolai received Devyn’s design draft and promptly forwarded it to Matthew.

“How do you find her design?” Matthew asked over the phone.

“It’s average,” Nikolai replied bluntly.

“Perhaps she can shine among average designers, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement.

With her design skills, it’s unlikely for her to make it into my studio.

I’m puzzled how Bella selected her.

”

Matthew and Nikolai shared the same idea.

“What’s the next move you want me to make?”

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After pondering for a moment, Matthew instructed, “Send the design back to her and ask for revisions.

”

Upon ending the call, Matthew led Stella to the study.

“Take a look at the design draft Devyn submitted to Nikolai.

Do you think Bella, who’s known for her strictness, would approve something like this?”

Stella studied the design draft intently.

After a moment of silence, she said, “This design isn’t quite up to par, but…”

Just then, her phone buzzed.

Stella paused and checked her phone.

It was a message from Devyn.

Noticing her serious look, Matthew asked, “Who messaged you?”

Stella showed him the screen and explained, “It’s from Devyn.

She feels bad for not inviting me to her last event, so she wants to make it up to me with a meal today.

”

Stella hesitated, and then turned to Matthew.

“Do you think I should accept?”

Matthew gave her a reassuring pat on the shoulder.

“Yes.

Don’t worry; I’ve got your back.

”

Stella nodded, and then responded to Devyn, asking for the details of their meet-up.

Devyn texted back quickly.

After reading the message, Matthew couldn’t help but caution Stella, “Be careful tonight.

I just had Nikolai return her design, and now she’s reaching out.

Something doesn’t add up.

Make sure to record what she says.

”

Stella wanted to trust Devyn, yet the opportunity to clear the air was too good to pass up.

She stayed quiet after that.

Stella arrived on time for their meeting.

When she got to the Gem Restaurant, Devyn was already there waiting for her in a private room.

As soon as Stella walked in, Devyn greeted her warmly, a stark contrast to her demeanor at the party the other day.

She took Stella by the arm and guided her to her seat, saying, “There were too many people last time, and I couldn’t give you the attention you deserved.

Today it’s just us, so let’s enjoy ourselves.

”