The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 19

Haynes felt a flicker of irritation rising and said curtly, "Enough."

Jasper opened his mouth to protest, but Rachel stepped in, giving him a quick shake of her head. "Let it go, Jasper. It's Foreman's birthday today. Let's head inside."

Noticing Haynes' displeased expression, Jasper wisely decided to hold his tongue.

...

Inside the private room, Abby had initially planned to hire a few male entertainers, but Stella was against it, leaving Abby no choice but to drop the idea with disappointment.

"The guys here are top-notch, real eye candy! Those six-packs, the feel of them... wow! You'd have to touch them to believe it, simply irresistible."

Stella replied, "I'm gearing up for a divorce with Haynes. I need to be cautious now. I don't want to give them any ammo. I can't afford any slip-ups."

Abby nodded thoughtfully. "You're right. There's no need to hand them any weapons."

to sit still and lacking male company, Abby sang and danced to the music. A moment later, Stella's phone buzzed. She glanced

gesture to Abby, Stella

studio. His contract with the agency was about to expire, and with Stella contemplating a comeback, he thought it would be the perfect time to launch his venture. Stella agreed without

hanging up, Stella headed to the restroom. While leaving, she

her before turning away

Rachel called

Stella turned around, "Yes?"

bag. "Take a look,

a simple but

breath caught for a moment,

a whole day and

expression was cold. "What's your point, Ms.

cross. "Keen told me his fever broke after you gave him this cross. So, he gifted it to me, hoping it would bring me good health,