Chapter 170

Because it was extremely quiet on Weston’s end of the line, he could clearly hear the background noise on Stella’s end. Weston was sitting on the sofa. The black genuine leather felt cold against his skin. The rest of the room was just as cool and serene. “Where are you?” he asked Stella. Stella explained exactly what happened. There was only silence when she finished speaking, as Weston made no reply. “Can I… go home a little later today?” Stella hesitantly asked. Weston glanced at the time. “How late is a little later?” Stella pursed her lips and looked around the set. Things seemed to be in an uproar, with people shouting and hurrying around. Even as she stood there in a relatively quiet corner, she was still in someone’s way from time to time. “I don’t know how long this’ll take,” she replied. “Once I’m done, I’ll let the driver know.” Weston remained silent. Stella’s heart was pounding as she awaited his answer. She could never guess Weston’s mood or temper. She was al