Chapter 239

Serena’s eyes were filled with unease, like a little kitten startled out of nowhere. Matthew, who had been so sure of tonight, softened when he saw her that way. His voice lowered a notch, gentle and calm. “Let me take you home then.” “Oh, okay...” Serena nodded, her expression easing up a little. But deep down, there was this dull ache of disappointment. You could just feel how the vibe between them had become awkward and unfamiliar. Since Matthew had been drinking, his driver, Steven, was the one behind the wheel. Matthew sat in the back with Serena, the two perfectly synchronized in their silence. Serena turned her face toward the window, her thoughts a mess—thinking back to Matthew's heartfelt confession earlier that night. She did want a fresh start. She really did. But those old wounds needed time. And all the obstacles between them were still right there, not a single one gone. The car came to a smooth stop just outside the gates of Cloudview Residences. Matthew was quick to ste