Matthew nced down, saying nothing.


    With the guidance of Neville, he did feel much better.


    Their conversation didn’tst much longer.


    Neville exited first after a call from Miley.


    Matthew also returned to Prosper Bay.


    When he entered the room, he spotted Ste sitting on the sofa, looking unhappy.


    Matthew had a hunch and took a seat beside her.


    “Why are you still awake? When did you finish the dinner?”


    “Have you been drinking?” Ste asked, her brows furrowed.


    “Just some work-rted socializing,” Matthew responded indifferently.


    Ste chose not to probe further about the drinking.


    Instead, she asked, “Why didn’t you mention your visit to Haley today?”


    Remembering Neville’s words, Matthew apologized, “I messed up.


    I discovered something then.


    I was worried you’d get hurt, so I went straight to her.


    Now that we have the DNA test results, my doubts are cleared.


    I’ll work on controlling my reactions better.


    ”


    Ste was taken aback, not expecting an apology from him.


    Her irritation quickly faded.


    Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated For All Books Updates…


    In a gentle tone, she exined, “I’m not upset with you.


    I’m just concerned about any tension between you and my mom affecting me.


    ”


    “I get it,” Matthew assured her, nting a ki*s on her cheek.


    “I won’t let it happen again.


    ”


    Ste felt reassured by his words.


    She yfully nudged him.


    “Go shower You reek of alcohol.


    ”


    With a smile, Matthew headed upstairs, lifting Ste in his embrace.


    After freshening up, Matthew noticed Ste was still engrossed in her artwork.


    “Why aren’t you in bed yet?”


    Ste continued her drawing.


    “I want to work a bit more.


    I’ve neglected the wedding dress for days.


    Now that I’m better, I need to catch up.


    I’m feeling inspired today, too.


    ”


    Approaching her, Matthew cautioned, “Don’t overdo it.


    ”


    “No, I won’t.Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org.


    ” Ste smiled, full of enthusiasm.


    “I’m creating this wedding dress for myself.


    It deserves my best effort.


    ”


    Several days had passed.


    When Ste and Matthew found themselves having breakfast together, their morning tranquility was interrupted as Matthew’s phone erupted into a melodic chime.


    ncing at the caller ID, he exchanged a look with Ste.


    “It’s Grandma.


    ”


    Then he pressed the answer button.


    “Matthew, are you avable today? Get ready, both of you.


    I’m eager to show you the wedding venueter,” Lucia’s voice, brimming with excitement.


    Matthew said yes and hung up.


    The phone, set to speaker mode, allowed Ste to partake in the conversation.


    Setting aside her utensils, she turned to Matthew, a sparkle of enthusiasm in her eyes.


    “I’ll call my mother.


    Let’s go together.


    ”