Then he turned to Kristian and said, “Thank you for arranging everything.


    ”


    Kristian smiled.


    “Be is my wife and Ste is my daughter.


    It’s my responsibility.


    Now that we’ve all agreed, let’s enjoy our dinner.


    ”


    He picked up his cutlery again, his eyes flickering downward briefly.


    The four of them resumed eating, each lost in their thoughts.


    After they had eaten, Ste and Matthew left together.


    Once they were in the car, Ste’s thoughts drifted to Kristian’s actions earlier that day.


    She felt a sense of difort but couldn’t pinpoint what was bothering her.


    Was she just overthinking things?


    Ste pondered for a while but couldn’te to any conclusions.


    Turning to Matthew, she inquired, “How’s the investigation going regarding Alissa’s best friend? Have you found any leads?”


    Her mind was not at peace.


    Matthew shook his head and replied, “Neville hasn’t reported back yet.


    He’s probably still on it.


    ”


    Noticing Ste’s worried expression, he offered some reassurance.


    “Don’t worry.


    Shall I give him a call now?”


    Ste gave a nod of agreement.


    Matthew reached for his mobile phone to call Neville, but there was no answer, He followed up with a message but got no response.


    Matthew’s brow furrowed slightly


    .


    After a pause, he said to Ste, “We don’t know much right now.


    Maybe you could talk it over with Be and let her know you’re nning to head to Dorburnter? Or perhaps wait until I wrap up my tasks, and then I can join you both.


    ”


    Ste had already considered this, but…


    She bit her lip and let out a sigh.


    “The itinerary is already arranged, and my mother has scheduled meetings with some well-known designers and clients from past projects for me.


    I’m worried that changing ns now might leave a poor impression.


    ”


    Matthew understood her dilemma.


    He took Ste’s hand reassuringly and said, “That’s alright.


    I’ll arrange for additional bodyguards to apany you.


    I’ll handle my responsibilities quickly and then meet you in Dorburn.


    ”


    Matthew believed that if Kristian was indeed scheming something, he would surely take action in Dorburn.


    After all, that was a ce Kristian knew well.


    Matthew’s eyes grew darker.


    The following morning, Kristian and Matthew were at the airport to see Ste and Be off.


    Matthew extended his arms and embraced Ste warmly.N?velDrama.Org holds text ? rights.


    He patted her head gently and said, “Be careful on your journey.


    Have a safe trip.


    ”