She had to let him continue tidying up her hair and face.


    Trying to divert her attention, she focused on anything but the charged sensation of Matthew’s touch.


    The five-minute drive felt so Long.


    When Ste heard the driver say they were finally back home, her tensed body finally rxed.


    She inhaled deeply.


    Matthew held her hand firmly to lead her out of the car and guide her into the vi.


    Although the vi appeared unchanged since herst visit, the atmosphere felt different, perhaps due to her altered status.


    Casting a nce at their intertwined hands, Ste kept her thoughts private, choosing not to speak her mind.


    Just then, Erin, who had been tending the garden, approached with a look of concern.


    “Miss Anderson, is everything alright?”


    Embarrassed by the concerned look on Erin’s face, Ste didn’t know how to respond.


    After all, they had talked about Matthew’s wife before.


    Matthew spoke, his voice was uncharacteristically gentle, but remained resolute.


    “Erin, please tend to her wound.


    And from this moment forward, refer to Ste as Mrs.


    rk.


    ”


    “Mrs.


    rk?” Erin repeated, clearly taken aback.


    Her eyes then fell upon the hands intertwined between Ste and Matthew.


    Matthew acknowledged her, saying, “You’ve frequently inquired about Mrs.


    rk, haven’t you?”


    Erin was surprised that her casual mentions had caught his attention and felt slightly embarrassed.


    However, Matthew wasn’t interested in dwelling on such minor details.


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    Solemnly, he told Erin, “Ste is my wife.


    Please take good care of her.


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    ”


    Committing herself, Erin assured him, “Mr.


    rk, please proceed with your affairs.


    I will ensure Mrs.


    rk is well taken care of.


    ”


    Matthew leaned down, nting a tender ki*s on Ste’s forehead.


    “I’ll head upstairs.


    If you need anything, Erin is here to assist you.


    ”


    Ste blushed, still unustomed to such public disys of affection.


    She gave a nonchnt nod in agreement.


    Pleased with her reaction, Matthew offered Erin a few more words of encouragement before ascending the staircase.


    Once Matthew was out of sight, Erin enthusiastically guided Ste to the sofa.