Chapter 42

Stella had regained her focus and threw herself back into work, while Eric continued to get jealous over her and Anthony. Every time he came to pick her up from work, the two men would bicker until they were satisfied. Stella could only shake her head and smile at their childish behavior. She didn’t intervene unless their argument got too heated—then, she’d step in and pull Eric away. And so, life continued, filled with their noisy, yet warm and peaceful days. “You’re working overtime again tonight?” Eric complained, his voice thick with displeasure. “You’ve been staying late for days now…” “It’s a busy time for the company,” Stella said, trying to reassure him. “Don’t worry, I’ll try to wrap things up quickly. Hey… aren’t you coming to pick me up tonight?” “I have a dinner to attend tonight. That’s actually what I was going to tell you,” Eric replied. “Once I’m done, if you’re still at the office, I’ll come get you.” “Alright, but don’t drink too much,” Stella warned. “I