Doreen nodded in response and quickly took her seat, keeping her eyes lowered.
From then on, she becmore cautious and reserved.
After chatting with the others for a while, Stella noticed Doreen seemed a bit out of place.
She leaned in and asked quietly, “Does it feel a bit overwhelming with all of us here?”
“No, not at all.
I'm comfortable just Listening.
Please, go on.
Don’t mind me,” Doreen hurriedly reassured her, shaking her head.
Relieved to hear this, Stella didn’t press her to join the conversation.
Once they had finished planning the wedding details, it was tto head home.
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As they stepped into the elevator, Miley fixed her gaze on Flossie for a moment before asking, “Have you been
under a lot of stress lately? Your waist seems a bit fuller.
As she reached out to touch Flossie’s waist, Flossie quickly stepped back and adjusted her hair, her actions
smooth and practiced.
Trying to avoid Miley's prying eyes, she looked down and casually touched her waist, dismissing the comment.
“No, I'm the sas always.
It must be the way this dress fits.
Miley Looked puzzled.
Stella intervened, taking Miley’s hand with a laugh.
“Perhaps she’s just been well-fed by her boyfriend lately.
It happens, you know.
Under Stella's protective embrace, Flossie seemed to gain confidence and nestled closer to her.
She playfully pouted at Miley and said, “Stella is the best.
Not like someone who judgesall the time.
She shot Miley a reproachful glance.
“You two are ganging up on me.
Am | the villain here? Stella, why don’t you defend me? I've always had your back!” Miley playfully feigned a
strike at Stella.
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The three of them continued to chat and laugh as they made their way to the door.
Suddenly, an orange Ferrari screeched to a halt in front of them.
Both Stella and Miley paused, caught off guard.
The driver stepped out, walked around to the passenger side, and opened the door, gesturing for Flossie to
enter.
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Regaining her composure, Stella teased Flossie, “That car doesn’t ccheap! Who's the mystery man? You
have to introduce him to us sometime!”
“It’s high tyou stopped hiding him.
We need to meet this guy and see if he’s right for you,” Miley said.
Flossie blushed, smiling shyly, and teasingly raised an eyebrow.
“On Stella's big day, I'll bring him along and introduce him to everyone properly.
Flossie said her goodbyes and hopped into the car.
The driver started the car and drove off.
Matthew eyed the fancy car.
He'd spotted it at a swanky event a few days back.
Its flashy color had caught his attention.