FreeGoodNovelChapter 2395 Just a little longer, Matthew responded, his voice smooth and unhurried, savoring the proximity.
A restless stir took hold within Stella, urging her to seek a diversion.
How did Lindsay handle her rehab session today? she asked, hoping to steer the conversation elsewhere. Matthews reply cbrief and emotionless.
No issues.
His voice was monotone, making it clear he had no interest in discussing the matter further.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtA hint of turmoil flickered in Stellas expression as she struggled to find the right words to keep the discussion going. At last, after carefully placing the band-aid on her wound, Matthew watched as Stella hastily retracted her hand, leapt to her feet, and made a swift attempt to exit.
Her abrupt departure was halted when her foot entangled with Matthews accidentally extended leg.
With a quick reflexive motion, Matthew reached out, securing her waist with his arm and drawing her tightly against him.
Caught off guard by the abrupt intimacy, Stella gasped.
Matthew, sensing something amiss, detected a trace of alcohol in the air around her and raised an eyebrow. Were you out drinking earlier? Stella, still reeling from the unexpected closeness, managed to muster a quick denial.
Absolutely not.
She pushed firmly on Matthews chest, her fingers pressing into the fabric of his shirt as she tried to regain her footing.
Ignoring her resistance, Matthew leaned in closer, his nose just inches from hers, taking another delicate sniff. Yet, theres a distinct scent of alcohol about you, he murmured, his breath mingling with hers.
He looked intently into her eyes, their faces so near that they shared the sbreath.
They locked eyes, as though titself had cto a standstill.
Tension mounted within Stella, her mind clouded with doubts about Matthews stance regarding the Wheeler family after their recent conflicts.
Since her issues with Robin were resolved, she didnt want to mention him again.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmEach second felt heavier as Stella grappled with finding the right words.
At that moment, the door flew open abruptly, slicing through the tension. m Upon seeing what was happening e inside, Neville and Miley quickly reacted, with Miley exclaiming, We didnt see a thing, promise! They promptly shut the door behind them.
Stella hurriedly disentangled herself from Matthews embrace, stumbling back onto the sofa.
Her heart pounded wildly, and her face burned with embarrassment.
Matthew, slightly displeased, remarked with a teasing tone, Were married, and we werent doing anything.
Do you really need to panic Like this? Not as thick-skinned as him, Stella shot back, If youd let go sooner, we wouldnt have been caught. Adjusting her clothes, she prepared to Leave the room.
Before she could walk away, Matthew reached out, gently holding her hand.
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