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Like innumerable heavy clouds, the blackness overcame her. People became stuffy and nearly died from their heartbeats, nearly suffocating. But Clarence eliminated this ailment of hers with ease today.

"I'm sorry...." The only thing Stella could say to apologize was, "It seems like I'll give you trouble if this goes on.”

"How come? Do you wish to outpace a retreat? You only come as a female companion these days. You also want to withdraw if you go to Mrs. Conrad's class?"

How come? The last sentence bewildered Stella a little bit, and she was unable to gather herself.

“By attending as Mrs. Conrad in the future," what did he mean? Did they intend to file for divorce?

Clarence recognized what he'd said just as she froze. He scowled a little and gave her a quick look.

Again, the woman was in a stupor. Did the woman consider what he had just said?

Clarence got agitated for no apparent reason and asked, "Did you hear me?"

Once she regained consciousness, Stella nodded stupidly