The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 12

The two were chatting as they walked and soon found themselves beside Keen.

Keen sat alone at a table, staring out the window with confusion that was quite unlike him.

Haynes, however, didn't notice Keen's unusual demeanor as he approached him.

"Rachel's not feeling well. I think it's best if I take her to the hospital first. After that, we can have dinner."

Haynes spoke with a calm yet commanding voice, which left no room for argument. He was the kind of person who wouldn't change his mind once he made the decisions.

Usually, Keen would have agreed without hesitation. But today, something was different. Stella's face kept appearing in his thoughts.

always made sure his meals were ready on

would insist he have some snacks to hold him over. Those snacks, prepared by Stella, were just right for

great cook, Keen had grown tired of eating the

gentle voice interrupted Keen's train of thought. "Haynie, Keen's health is delicate. Let's ensure he has

indifferently, "Rachel, your health

she glanced at Keen. "Keen, how about we grab a piece

be thrilled at the offer. But

on it. She asked the server to pack a strawberry cake, then took

passenger seat, frequently turning around to remind

she sighed. "Then I could sit in the back with Keen and keep an eye on

even when Stella was around, Rachel insisted on the front seat, claiming she

he remembered something Eaton's mom once said about not letting Eaton have sweets, claiming it was for his good. Out of nowhere, Keen asked,