Matthew nced at Ste with a sense of guilt.


    He recalled that he had an appointment with Ronan on his birthday, who would being to Seamarsh for Lindsay’s treatment.


    Suppressing his emotions, he said, “It’s just a birthday.


    Whether I celebrate it or not isn’t important.


    I have ns that day, so I won’t be celebrating.


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    Lucia, surprised, nced at Ste.


    Ste, though taken aback, remainedposed.


    “Well, Lucia, I just remembered that my studio’s productunch is imminent, linked to Prosperity Group.


    We’re both quite busy.


    We can take a trip another time.


    ”


    Lucia sighed, noting the shift in Matthew and Ste’s rtionship, which no longer seemed as close.


    Reluctantly, she said, “Alright, as long as you both have your ns.


    ”


    After dinner, Ste looked for a way to leave.


    But Lucia intervened, saying, “It’s rare for both of you to visit.


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    Why don’t you stay the night?”


    “Lucia…” Ste instinctively wanted to refuse.


    However, Lucia didn’t allow her any chance to decline, insisting, “You two stay here; just keep mepany.


    ”


    Unable to refuse further, Ste nced at Matthew, searching for his reaction.


    Matthew appeared troubled, lost in thought.


    After a few moments of hesitation, he eventually agreed, “Alright, we’ll return tomorrow.


    ”


    Ste felt a surge of nervousness at his words but chose not to object.


    Lucia’s smile remained unwavering as she heard Matthew’s response.


    She took Ste’s hand and said, “Come and chat with me.


    ”


    Ste nodded and followed Lucia to the living room.


    Meanwhile, Matthew was summoned to the study by Waldo.


    Upon entering the study, Waldo’s expression turned stern.


    He looked at Matthew with cold eyes and asked directly, “Did you and Ste have a disagreement?”


    Matthew remained silent, refusing to answer.


    Waldo sighed in frustration.


    “Since your return from Sothrea, your rtionship with Ste seems strained.


    Even I can see it.


    What happened?”


    Matthew’s expression was conflicted.


    Not wanting to burden his grandfather with concerns about his marriage, he said, “It’s nothing.


    I’ll handle it.


    ”


    How could Waldo not see through Matthew’s thoughts?


    He spoke gravely.


    “Matthew, you’re married to Ste now.


    Don’t let this slip away.


    ”