Stella looked away awkwardly and coughed. He didn't have to say anything because they both understood on this point. How unflattering!
With a cold expression on his face, Clarence gazed at her. Stella lifted the cover after a short while and said, "Mr. Conrad, I apologize for troubling you tonight. Now that I should go home...”
With his hands in his pockets, Clarence stood in front of the bed, his expression expressionless. Stella felt faint and lightheaded. She made a valiant effort to get out of bed, but her strength ran out. Upon touching the floor, all she could see was darkness.
Unconsciously, she reached for something to maintain her equilibrium and avoid fainting. As soon as she recovered, she turned to face the spot where her hand was holding something. Her hand went to Claren
