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 time, as his

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

tired of eating the same

Keen's health is delicate.

your health

glanced at Keen. "Keen, how

be thrilled at the offer.

asked the server to pack a strawberry cake, then took Keen's hand as they left

the hospital, Rachel sat in the passenger seat, frequently turning around to remind Keen to be careful with

could sit in the back with Keen and keep an

front seat, claiming she felt better because of

at the cake in his hands, 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, "Ms. Pearce, are you the other woman?" Rachel was shocked, almost sure she