Chapter 130

Before Stella was safely sent home, Justin didn’t speak to her again, as if he wanted to give her time to think. It was quiet all the way. However, the quieter it was, the more restless she felt. As she looked out of the car window at the receding street lights, the scenery in front of her muddled together, and her vision became narrow. She could not see the future, nor could she look back at the road taken before. She closed her eyes, unable to think or be confused. Only when the car stopped did she realize she had reached home. She unbuckled the seatbelt, wanting to get out of the car. Suddenly, he said, “Wait.” She stopped in response and looked at him. Meeting her emotionless eyes, the man’s eyes flickered for a moment. Then, he suddenly leaned over and helped her with the seatbelt. His hand touched her coat, but he did not make any intimate action. He only tugged it slightly, but it had completely revealed his thought. Looking down at his movement, she wanted to refuse a