His words evoked a tingling sensation at the tip of Amara’s nose, and her eyes began to moisten.


    Mustering a feeble smile, she responded, “Even though I never found a good man, I have no regrets about having you.Belongs to (N)?vel/Drama.Org.


    Now that you’re all grown up with your own family, I also hope to find someone to spend the rest of my life with.


    Ste is a good girl.


    You two should try your best to take care of each other.


    ”


    As she spoke about Ste, Matthew’s expression subtly softened, and a gentle smile yed in his eyes.


    “Don’t worry, Mom, I will.


    I’m very happy now.


    ” He assured her, memories of Ste’s kindness flooding his mind.


    That evening, when Ste 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.


    Ste attempted to push against his chest, but he remained firm.


    “Matthew, stop it…” She gasped for air.


    “Your mom…”


    Matthew’s eyes flickered open and he exined, “She’s gone back to Fairwa.


    It’s just you and me at home.


    ”


    Ignoring her concerns, he leaned in for another ki*s.


    Their moment was abruptly interrupted by a voice.


    “Oops, maybe we’lle backter.


    ”


    Ste shivered, her face flushed.


    She hastily pushed against Matthew’s 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, “Didn’t realize you had this side to you.


    ”


    Matthew shot him a stern look, tinged with a touch of disdain.


    “What brings you here?”


    Having anticipated a secluded time with Ste after oveing a series of recent challenges, Matthew found himself interrupted by these uninvited guests.


    Ste exined, “Miley and I needed a good catch-up.


    She dropped by the set, so I brought them along.


    ”


    Miley, grinning ear to ear, nced at Matthew’s displeased expression and asked yfully, “Are we not wee?”


    Matthew was on the verge of responding when he felt a gentle pull on his hand.


    Ste was holding it, looking at him with an innocent plea.


    Despite the irritation bubbling within him, the look on Ste’s face immediately melted his resolve.