He did have business to attend to at the office.


    Before he left, he told Ste, “Call me if you need anything, okay?”


    Miley teased, “Come on, you’re only parting for a bit.? 2024 N?v/el/Dram/a.Org.


    No need to be so… hmm…”


    Before she could finish, Ste yfully covered her mouth.


    Ste gave an awkward smile and quickly said goodbye, pulling Miley with her.


    After some distance, she let go of Miley’s hand.


    Miley leaned in close and asked, “Did you enjoyst night? Matthew seems really into you.


    I bet he was pleased.


    ”


    “What are you talking about?” Ste, a bit flustered, tried to change the subject.


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    “Come on, spill the beans! That hickey on your neck says it all…”


    Ste, her cheeks turning red, covered her neck instinctively.


    Under Miley’s curious gaze, she eventually spilled everything about the surprises Matthew had nned.


    Miley’s eyes lit up.


    “So, he finally got a clue, huh?”


    She knew the struggles Ste had faced in her marriage and couldn’t help but feel moved.


    “After everything, you’re finally having a sweet moment.


    I’m so d to see you happy.


    ”


    Ste’s eyes brimmed with tears.


    “And I’m happy for you too.


    ”


    Miley, feeling emotional, quickly shifted gears.


    “Let’s celebrate our happiness! I’ll treat you today.


    Let’s go buy some clothes you Like.


    ”


    Ste, wiping her tears, agreed.


    “Okay, I won’t be shy then.


    ”


    They chatted andughed, heading towards the esctor to go down to the women’s clothing store.


    The mall was quiet, being a workday noon, and they were the only ones on the esctor.


    As they stepped into the elevator, Mina, who had been Lurking for a while, suddenly acted.


    She kicked the emergency brake of the esctor, bringing it to a sudden halt.


    Suddenly, the esctor jerked to a stop.


    Caught off guard, Ste and Miley stumbled forward from the abrupt motion.