NovelEnglishWithout wasting a moment, he got in his car and drove towards the club.
Meanwhile, Benny was smiling sinisterly after hanging up.
Stella was filled with terror but determined to appear strong.
She fixed her gaze on him, readying herself for whatever he might do next.
Benny noticed how Stella tried to hide her fear, which somewhat lightened the darkness in his heart.
He moved closer slowly, his hand stroking her cheek, a mocking smile on his lips.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"You seem so frightened.
I find it quite amusing.
" Stella felt his warm, rough hand on her skin, causing her to tremble, yet she refused to let her fear show.
's BunnyBookery Her hands were tightly clenched, and she swallowed her fear, mustering a bold front.
"If you dare touchnow, your plans will crumble," she threatened.
She had eavesdropped on his call with Matthew and knew he had ulterior motives, though the specifics eluded her.
All she could do was trust her instincts.
Benny paused, taken aback by Stella's attempt to negotiate.
He withdrew his hand and leaned back, giving her a straightforward look while chuckling.
"You're quite brave.
But I have no intention of harming you right now.
"1 He reached out again, prompting Stella to move away instinctively.
Benny merely smirked, opened the car door behind her, and raised an eyebrow, signaling her release.
Realizing she was free to go, Stella quickly grabbed her bag and stepped out of the car.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe was still regaining her composure when the door shut behind her and the car drove off.
She stood there, still shaken, clutching her chest and catching her breath.
Suddenly, a car sped into the parking lot.
Stella, fearing Benny's return, thought of running away, but then she saw a different car screech to a halt before her, and Matthew emerged.
He quickly wrapped her in his arms, examining her for any harm before e ushering her into the car.
Once in the driver's seat, he fixed Stella's tousled clothes and Chair, his voice filled with concern. "Dear, are you alright? Do you feel hurt anywhere?" Stella shook her head.
Then, opening her hand, she revealed several strands of hair she had managed to collect.
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