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?"

whispering, "I... I shouldn't have come

appear before you and Haynie again. I won't... be a burden to you anymore. From now on, whether I live

Haynes interrupted her sternly. "Rachel, what

left anyway. I'm willing to trade what's left of my life

was expressionless. "Don't say such ominous

managed a brave smile, though tears streamed down her face, revealing her deep vulnerability. "If Ms. Cameron is willing, then it's all worth it," she said,

spectacle,

God, how can that woman be so cruel to someone who's

medicine... using

take it any longer, spoke up loudly, "Hey, lady, she's apologized to you. What more do

Others joined in.

not going to drive

mercy. Why

"Thank you, everyone... I-I don't mind what happens to me, as long as Ms. Cameron is willing to give the medicine,

begging for someone

and still thinking