The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 34

Tears streamed down her cheeks like a delicate flower caught in the rain, utterly heart-wrenching.

Haynes stood there, his expression as cold as winter, his gaze sharp as a blade, cutting through the air toward Stella.

Rachel grabbed Haynes' arm. "Haynie, it's not Ms. Cameron's fault. Please don't blame her. It was my fault for not standing properly..."

Seeing the situation unfold, Keen rushed over with worry. "Rachel, are you okay?"

Rachel forced a smile. "I'm fine..."

But before she could finish her sentence, Rachel fainted.

Forgetting about Stella, Haynes scooped Rachel into his arms and strode toward the parking lot. Keen followed closely, neither of them sparing Stella a second glance.

Stella watched Haynes and Keen's retreating figures, feeling like her heart had sunk into the icy sea. She closed her eyes, took several deep breaths to steady herself, and slowly walked away on trembling legs.

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pleasantly surprised. Marvin turned out to be a delight-he wasn't picky, happily ate whatever she prepared, and was

right after she had lulled Marvin to sleep. Answering the call, she heard Abby's

door. "I just

"You're trending!"

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up your identity. Ugh, it's too much to explain over

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public. Aside

very top was a headline that was garnering massive attention. Clicking on it, Stella found her photos staring back

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