When Love Comes Late

Lindsay looked at Stella, who appeared radiant and seemingly untouchable.

Lindsays jealousy flared, consuming her from within.

Just then, Pamela stepped forward and grasped Lindsays hand.

This woman is as disgraceful and low as you described her, she said loudly.

Her bold declaration laid bare Lindsays actions of maligning Stella behind her back.

A wave of anger surged through Lindsay, and she struggled to resist the urge to shove Pamela aside.

Stella chuckled mockingly upon hearing Pamelas words.

Lindsay, you really have poor judgment in choosing friends, she said. Lindsays face stiffened instantly.

She had hoped Matthew would invite her to the event but feared he might suspect her hidden motives.

So, when she spotted Pamelas location in Dorburn on social media, she reached out and seized the chance to attend.noveldrama

However, she hadnt anticipated Pamelas rashness in tearing up Stellas invitation on the spot.

Now at a disadvantage, Lindsay desperately wanted to escape the awkward situation.

But Pamela was relentless, continuing to demand an apology from Stella.

I am an Archer! My father… she began arrogantly.

Sanford, overhearing this, scrutinized Pamela but couldnt place her.

He silently hoped she wouldnt disrupt his carefully laid plans.

Instead, she tried to mediate.

Perhaps its best to apologize, she suggested, looking at Stella.

Lets not escalate this.

I stand by what is right, not by personal connections, Stella responded coldly, What has happened to you? Did your time abroad make you forget how to behave properly? The commotion quickly drew the attention of those inside the exhibition hall.

Mr.

Howard Archer has arrived! someone rushed out to announce.

This fashion event is co-hosted by the Archer and the Charles families.

Meanwhile, another individual recognized Pamela. She is actually an illegitimate daughter of Mr.

Archer, brought into the Archer family for a marriage alliance, he murmured to the crowd, pointing at Pamela.

Upon seeing her father, Pamela felt emboldened.

Dad, shes bullying me! she exclaimed, gesturing toward Stella.

She then pointed accusingly at Sanford.

And hes disregarding the honor of the Charles family for this woman.

Sanfords expression darkened, a hint of displeasure flickering in his eyes.

Howard Archer glanced at Stella before giving a grave look to Pamela.