The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 82

"Stella, how long are you going to keep this up?!"

Before Stella could respond, Rachel suddenly stood up.

"Ms. Cameron, I understand that you've had certain misunderstandings about me. If that's the reason you've been holding a grudge..." Rachel's voice trailed off as she bit her lip, then added, "I'm ready to apologize!"

With that, she bowed deeply to Stella. "I'm sorry, Ms. Cameron, and I hope you

can forgive me."

Rachel's unexpected gesture in the elegant restaurant drew the attention of several patrons.

Stella looked at Rachel, remaining silent for what felt like an eternity.

Rachel maintained her bow, as if she wouldn't rise until she was forgiven.

As time dragged on, Haynes' expression grew increasingly stern. Just as he was about to speak, Stella finally broke the silence, "Do you even know what you're apologizing for?"

at Haynes, whispering, "I... I shouldn't have come back knowing I was terminally

appear before you and Haynie again. I won't... be a burden to you anymore. From now on, whether I live or die, it's none of your

her sternly. "Rachel, what nonsense are you

I'm

expressionless. "Don't

smile, though tears streamed down her face, revealing her deep vulnerability. "If Ms. Cameron is willing, then it's

by the spectacle, began to murmur among

be so cruel to someone who's

like she's begging for medicine... using

longer, spoke up loudly, "Hey, lady, she's

Others joined in.

to drive her to

mercy. Why be so

what happens to me, as

someone

in such a state and still thinking of