However, he decided to keep his suspicions to himself until he had concrete proof.


    Matthew didn’t want Ste to dwell on the report, so he deftly changed the subject.


    “Were you speaking with Doreen just now? If the studio is busy, you can head there first.


    Don’t stress about the project here.


    ”


    “It’s not about the studio,” Ste replied after a moment’s thought, and proceeded to share her conversation with Doreen.


    She sighed softly, “I never expected Alissa to offer to help me clear the air after all the trouble I caused her.


    I feel so guilty and unsure how to repay her kindness.


    ”


    Ste’s thoughts still lingered on the results of the paternity test, a bitter smile crossing her face.


    “Alissa is a good person.


    ”


    Matthew, noticing her preupation, wanted to keep her upied so that she wouldn’t fixate


    on the paternity test results.


    He suggested, “Why don’t you invite Alissa out for dinner to thank her for her support? You’ve been wanting to learn more about embroidery too, right? This could be a great chance to have a meaningful conversation with her.


    I’ll have Fernando make a reservation at a nice restaurant.


    What do you think?”


    Ste hesitated but politely declined, “Forget it.


    I’m not sure if she’s even avable right now; it feels too sudden.


    ”


    More importantly, she wasn’t in the mood to meet anyone.


    Matthew took her hand, gently persuading her, “The news in Dorburn has sparked a lot of discussions.N?velDrama.Org content.


    Alissa might have to rify everything online in a few days.


    We need to maintain a good rtionship with her anyway.


    We can’t just reach out when we need something from her, right?”


    Under Matthew’s persistent persuasion, Ste conceded.


    She nodded and said, “I’ll check with Doreen if Alissa is avable.


    ”


    Ste sent a message to Doreen and soon received a reply.


    Doreen confirmed that Alissa was free.


    With ns set, Ste began to look forward to the dinner, her mood slightly brightening.


    That evening, Fernando drove Ste to the restaurant while Matthew went to discuss another sensitive matter with Neville and Cordell at Cordell’s home, choosing the location for its security.


    Matthew said bluntly, “I need your help to find Ste’s biological mother.


    ”


    He then presented all the information he had gathered so far.


    Upon reviewing the details, Neville expressed his confusion due to an apparent contradiction.


    “Isn’t it clear enough? Be is her biological mother, isn’t she?”


    Cordell responded without hesitation, “I just conducted a paternity test for them, and the results confirmed that she is not.


    ”


    “How is that possible?” Neville was puzzled.


    He had great faith in Matthew’s capabilities, and he never doubted Cordell’s medical expertise.


    As he pondered the situation, Neville couldn’t pinpoint the issue.


    After thoroughly reviewing all the information, he spected, “Could there be something wrong with the sample?”