“Your hands are so cold.
Are you feeling alright?”
Ste nodded and shed a faint smile.
Matthew, dressed in an elegant purple suit thatplemented his stature and exuded confidence, held her close.
Ste, leaning into his embrace, felt a sense of relief.
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“I’m just a bit carsick,” she assured him.
Matthew tightened his hold, allowing others to enter first.
As Neville prepared to follow with Miley, Matthew, still holding Ste’s hand, inquired softly, “Neville mentioned you were dyed today.
What gift did you get for Grandma that took so long?”
Before Ste could respond, Miley interjected, “Someone made things difficult for Ste today.
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“Miley!” Ste cast a nce at Miley, signaling her to refrain from borating.
Miley, pursing her lips in disappointment, sighed and took Neville’s arm, heading inside.
Matthew’s brow furrowed as he pressed for details.
“What happened?
Who made you upset?”
Given Ste’s newfound public identity as a member of the rk family, openly offending her had be a risky endeavor for anyone.
Ste turned to him, her gaze steady for a brief moment before breaking into a smile.
“It was just a minor incident.
It’s resolved now.
Please, don’t dwell on it.
”
After a pause, Matthew adopted a serious tone and said earnestly, “I’m your husband.
No matter the situation, you can always confide in me.
Don’t keep things from me.
”
“I know you care about me.
I promise to share everything with you in the future,” Ste reassured him gently.
While they conversed, Lucia approached, arm in arm with Waldo.
Ste greeted the elderly couple with a warm smile, “Grandma, Grandpa.
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Waldo maintained a stoic expression, offering a slight nod.
Lucia, on the other hand, held Ste’s hand affectionately, her eyes filled with admiration.
“Ste, you look absolutely stunning today.
Come with meter.
I’ll introduce you to everyone.
”