When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 698

Chapter 700 "Okay fine.

I'll be back, Grandpa.

" Farris turned to Clint.

"I'll head hnow; it's getting late.

I'l csee you tomorrow.

" "Okay.

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Goodbye," Clint said as she smiled warmly.

Farris walked over to Stella.

"Con, I'll drive you.

Stella declined politely.

"There's no need to inconvenience yourself, Dr.

Barnes.

I can easily hail a taxi home.

She had spent the entire afternoon in Farris' office, leaving him to engage her grandfather in conversation after his workday ended.

She felt it would be inappropriate to further monopolize his time.

Farris said in a low voice, "I have something to tell you.

The solemnity in his tone made Stella's heart race.

Instantly, her thoughts raced to her grandfather's health. Believing twas of the essence, she promptly followed Farris.

As they left the hospital room, Stella inquired in a low voice, "Dr.

Barnes, is this about my grandfather's condition? Is he..." "No," Farris interjected.

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He paused his stride and turned to Stella, stating, "There's another matter I'd like to discuss with you.

He took a deep breath, hesitating as he chose his words carefully. Stella's patience waned.

"What is it, Dr.

Barnes?" Summoning his courage, Farris finally spoke.

"Stella, could you free up two hours fortomorrow?"

Bewildered, Stella questioned, "Is there ssort of emergency?" "Tomorrow marks the birthday of a colleague of mine.

"Farris observed her face carefully.

"Can I invite you to be my companion and joinfor the birthday party?" NO