When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Chapter 1531

She was unaware of what other threats might be waiting for them.

The hairdryer buzzed gently in the background, enveloping them in silence.

Matthew dried her long hair carefully.

Once done, he massaged her scalp and comforted her, saying, “Just concentrate on your filming.

I've got everything else under control, so don't stress.

Stella quietly nodded, accepting his reassurance.

That night, they held each other close as they fell asleep.

The next day, Matthew drove Stella and Haley to the filming location.

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When Stella stepped out of her car, a crew member intercepted her, saying, “Stella, the costumes for today’s

shoot have arrived.

Luther's hoping you can give them a try before anyone else.

“sure, just givea moment,” Stella responded, unsure where to leave Haley.

Seeing Stella confused, Matthew said, “You start working.

I'll be her tour guide around the neighborhood.

Knowing Matthew's lack of affection for Haley, Stella hesitated, not wanting to impose on him.

“Shouldn’t you be at your office? | can manage.

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Before Haley could respond, Matthew cut in firmly, “There's been a recent issue on set, and Luther is being extra

cautious with newcomers.

I'll introduce her to Luther first.

You go ahead and focus on your work to avoid any delays.

Stella saw the sense in Matthew’s argument.

She listened to a few last-minute instructions and then headed to the set.

With Stella gone, an unsettling silence fell between Matthew and Haley.

Matthew's presence becintimidating, instilling a deep-seated fear in Haley.

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The kindness and patience he usually showed Stella were gone, replaced by a cold and daunting demeanor.

He faced Haley, his eyes cold, and stated bluntly, “You are not Stella’s biological mother.

His tone was not inquiring but affirming.

Feeling her heart pound, Haley double-checked her memories before replying, “I understand why you might

doubt it, but | am truly her mother.

Matthew's expression didn’t change as he said in a neutral voice, “You've done a lot for Stella, but haven't you

noticed anything unusual?”

Haley asked, “What do you find unusual?”

Matthew's eyes narrowed as he explained, “I've apprehended the troublemakers in Bysea who were after you.

Their story matches yours exactly.