FreeGoodNovelChapter 737 Rubbing her growling stomach, she remembered that she had gone the entire day without eating and headed downstairs.
The villa was quiet, an indication that Matthew hadn't returned.
In the kitchen, Stella found several prepared dishes in the refrigerator, presumably made by Erin before she went home.
She warmed up the food and sat down to eat, thoughtfully setting saside for Matthew.
As she finished her meal, Matthew was still nowhere to be seen.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAfter lingering in the living room for stime, Stella felt a twinge of boredom and decided to step outside. Matthew's villa boasted an expansive back garden, its flowers meticulously trimmed.
A rockery and a fountain occupied the garden's central space.
Though she'd visited Matthew's villa on a few occasions, she'd never ventured beyond the living room. Taking in the view, Stella couldn't help but wonder if this was the lifestyle of a truly successful man. Under the glow of the moonlight, she walked leisurely through the garden, aiding her digestion. Checking her watch, she realized it was nearing midnight.
She glanced to the entrance, but there was still no sign of Matthew.
A frown crossed her features, giving way to concern.
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Was he caught up in something urgent? Or perhaps he was busy dealing with online rumors? A gust of night wind swept through, causing Stella to shiver and wrap her arms tightly around herself.
Just then, she felt the weight of something being dr@ped over her shoulders.
Turning around, she discovered Matthew had placed his coat on her.
Gently gripping her shoulder, he advised, "The nights get chilly in Seamarsh.
If you're going to take a walk, you should wear a coat.
You don't want to catch a cold.
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"Why are you back so late? Do you have a lot on your plate at the m company?" Stella inquired, recalling that Prosperity Group didn't have any pressing matters at hand recently. Matthew responded curtly, "Yes, let's go inside.
His reluctance to discuss the matter struck Stella as odd, making her frown.
As she moved to accompany him back into the house, her eyes caught sight of a familiar piece of paper peeking out from his coat pocket. Pulling it out, Stella found it to be a hospital prescription.
Lifting her gaze to Matthew, she asked with a mix of cuay of curosity anan ve concern, "Did you go to the hospital?" Observing the prescription in Stella's hand, Matthew told the truth.
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