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“If you have nothing important to say, you should leave.
| don’t need outsiders meddling in my affairs with Stella,” Matthew said dismissively.
Lindsay felt a surge of anger, but before she could respond, Matthew stood and turned away, refusing to even
glance her way.
“Erin, see the guest out,” he ordered the servant.
“I won't be seeing anyone else today.
Make sure no outsiders get in.
With that, Matthew went upstairs.
His cold treatment, relegating Lindsay to an outsider in the presence of a servant, humiliated her.
She wanted to stomp her feet in frustration but restrained herself, not wanting to display her anger in front of
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“Miss, please leave,” Erin said flatly, standing before Lindsay.
Erin’s impassive expression made it seem Like she was dismissing a nuisance rather than a guest.
Lindsay clenched her fists behind her back, barely containing her indignation.
With a dismissive snort, Lindsay turned to leave.
“Miss, don’t forget your soup,” Erin quickly added.
“I've been caring for Mr.
Clark for many years.
He only accepts his wife's cooking.
It would be a shto waste your efforts and the food.
Erin was saddened by Stella's recent accident.
She could easily tell Lindsay's intentions behind meeting Matthew.
It was all too obvious.
Stella had always been kind and attent
ive to Lindsay during her tin the house.
Erin couldn’t help but feel Lindsay was ungrateful.
Her remark left Lindsay fuming.
Erin becher unwitting target since she couldn't direct her anger at Matthew.
“You may continue to idolize Stella, but remember, a deceased person can no longer benefit you,” Lindsay
retorted, jabbing Erin’s shoulder.
“I'd advise you to recognize who might soon be the lady of this house.
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With that, Lindsay snatched the food container, spun on her heel, and stormed out without another glance at
Erin.
Meanwhile, upstairs, Matthew was on the phone with Stella.
He had been updating her about the daily progress and reassuring her not to worry about anything.
Knowing Stella’s dislike for Lindsay, he carefully omitted any mention of her visit.
Their conversation remained Light and casual.
Suddenly, Matthew heard a noise downstairs.
The voices of Erin and a man rang through the house.
Matthew stood by the window, gazing out.
Erin was at the front gate, steadfastly blocking Bennett from entering.
“Sir, Mr.
Clark has stated he isn’t receiving guests today.
Please leave.
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