Chapter 650
When Love Comes Late
âMiley, I need to go home.
â
In the late-night quietude, Matthew stood by the expansive floor-toâ ceiling window of his study.
His phone screen displayed his chat with Stella.
These were her messages to Maverick.
She had laid down an ultimatum, to meet to discuss their looming divorce soon, or she would proceed to file the papers.
The villa resonated with a stillness, amplified by the soft Lighting illuminating the garden.
He was unsure of how to reply to Stellaâs message, yet aware he couldnât afford to delay things any further.
Matthew returned to his desk with a heavy heart.
Launching his work software, he thoughtfully drafted a message to Stella.
âYour design for Mrs.
Burkeâs gown was outstanding.
The company will be rewarding you with a bonus for your exceptional contribution.
We look forward to your continued excellence.
The message seemed to hang in the digital abyss for an interminable moment, met with no immediate response.
Matthew glanced at the clock, his brow furrowing.
Had she already gone to bed?
Just as he considered shutting down the software, he noticed the message status change to âread.
â
Relief had barely time to wash over him when a new email notification broke the silence.
Stella had submitted a request for resignation.
Matthew was startled when he came across Stellaâs resignation letter.
Without hesitation, he dialed her number.
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Stella was caught off guard by Matthewâs call.
She hesitated briefly before finally answering the phone.
It was clear to her that Matthew was calling to discuss her resignation, so she skipped the formalities and waited for him to speak.
After an awkward pause, Matthew finally spoke.
âWhatâs prompting you to resign so abruptly?â
Having prepared herself, Stella answered with poise, âIâm looking to recalibrate my career path.
â
She had spent a contemplative afternoon steeling herself for this conversation, and now she faced Matthewâs queries with equanimity.
She was aware that Matthew was an excellent employer and that a future under his leadership would be bright.