Chapter 6

Haynes had always thought Stella was threatening him with the divorce, and deep down, it left a bitter taste in his mouth. When hearing Rachel's words, his

expression turned even colder.

"No need," he said, his voice crisp and clear. "Once I give you something, it's always yours."

"But..." Rachel started to protest, only to be cut off by Haynes.

"If it's a gift, there's no sense in taking it back," he added with a distant look in his eyes.

Rachel couldn't hide the gratitude that washed over her.

Stella instinctively clenched her fists. Then, a faint smile played on her lips. "Ms. Pearce, didn't you want me to lend you the violin? That's fine. As long as Mr. O'Brien is willing to ask me for it, I might consider."

Rachel's eyes widened in disbelief. Haynes' face turned a shade darker, his temper barely in check.

enough," he

O'Brien would do

that moment, she realized the things he was

the store manager, standing awkwardly nearby. "If I'm not mistaken, the lease on this violin ends today. Please arrange for me

glanced nervously

"What? Do I not have the right to take

nervously. "I'll arrange the paperwork for

took the violin and left without glancing at Haynes or

her departure, and his brows

slightly, a

it must be because you forgot about Ms. Cameron's birthday yesterday. It's my fault for being such

ahead and prepare for the concert.

lit up with joy.

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