When Love Comes Late

Stella knew Doreen wasnt a bad person; she was skilled and dedicated to her work.

Yet, given the circumstances, forcing her to stay wouldnt be right.

Stella met Doreens guilty gaze and said softly, Ill be waiting for the day you come back.

Later that evening, Stella entered the study, carrying a steaming cup of milk.

She found Matthew seated at the desk, focused and quiet.

At first glance, it seemed as though he had resumed working.

Curious, she approached quietly, only to find that he wasnt working-he was drawing.

Whos lucky enough to have the great Tobin personally sketch a design for them? Stella asked playfully, her curiosity piqued.

Hearing her voice, Matthew looked up, a smile Lighting his eyes.

Without a word, he reached out, gently pulling Stella onto his lap. Take a closer look, he said, pointing to the drawing.

What kind of design do you think this is? Stella leaned in and gasped softly.

It was a wedding dress design.

She gasped in surprise.

This..

is a wedding dress? Matthew nodded, a warm smile spreading across his face.

Thats right.

And the client..

is you.

Stella feigned a pout, pretending to be upset.

Youre stealing my job! I was planning to design my own wedding dress.

She had never designed a suit for Matthew.

With a teasing glint in her eyes, she added, In that case, Ive decided to personally design a suit for you.

Matthew gazed at her, his eyes brimming with affection.

He didnt object but gently reminded her, Alright, but dont forget to rest.

Dont overwork yourself.

In the days that followed, the study became the setting for countless heartwarming moments.

Stella and Matthew would sit across from each other at the desk, each absorbed in their drawings.

Every now and then, theyd glance up, sharing soft smiles, as if the entire world consisted only of the two of them and their design sketches.

Time whisked by, and before anyone knew it, the wedding day had dawned. Bursting with excitement, Miley arrived early to help Stella with the days preparations.

Settling next to Stella, she flashed a mischievous grin and teased, Stella, feeling the jitters yet? Its your big night, after all.

With a gentle touch on Mileys arm, Stella smiled and dismissed the tease.

Oh, hush now.

Weve been over this.

Weve got a kid and a marriage certificate already.

Todays just the cherry on top.

Mileys laughter filled the room as she shifted topics.noveldrama

Speaking of life changes, hows the pregnancy treating you? Stellas eyebrows lifted in curiosity.

Thinking about starting your own little brood? Wait, when will you and Neville make it official? A blush crept across Mileys cheeks as she admitted, We already made it official three days ago.