Chapter 128

Stella didn’t know why he said that. She frowned and said affirmatively, “I never thought of you that way.” “Then why, even at a time like this, would you rather go on a blind date with a stranger than come to me for help?” He suddenly lost control of his emotions and spoke. “I have told you many times that I would help you no matter what difficulties you face. Am I so unworthy of your trust that you would rather marry a stranger to prevent Weston from troubling you than come to me for help? At least I know what happened between you. Wouldn't that be more convenient?” She took a deep breath. “That's exactly why I could not go to you. I’m very sorry, Mr. Hall. I know how you feel for me, but if I used this to achieve my goal, it would be unfair to you. This was why I could only look for a stranger. It would just be a business with predetermined conditions, and nobody would owe anyone anything. But it would be different if the man was you. I don’t want to owe you anything.” “You don