The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 86

Even when compared to Abby, Rachel held a special place in Stella's mind that Abby couldn't touch. Haynes wasn't the type to give Abby a pass just because they were friends. In fact, he might suspect Abby was the mastermind behind it all.

After hanging up, Stella dialed a number she hadn't called in a long time. The phone rang a few times before someone picked up.

Before Stella could say anything, a woman's icy voice came through. "Mr. O'Brien just fell asleep," the voice said, devoid of any warmth or emotion. "If you have something to say, tell me, and I'll pass it on."

The voice belonged to Lacey, Haynes' secretary. While she wasn't as openly rude as Jasper, she was still cold and dismissive, showing Stella no respect.

"I'm calling to speak with Haynes," Stella said flatly. "Put him on."

"Sorry, I can't wake Mr. O'Brien," Lacey said, her voice still flat and unfeeling. "He was at the hospital all night and just dozed off. If it's urgent, let me know, and I'll pass it along to him."

approval just to speak to him. How ridiculous

didn't bother responding. She

finally regained consciousness. Seeing Haynes standing by her bedside, tears welled up in

said, her voice trembling. "Ms. Cameron's friends were right. Someone like me, who's destined

steps to manage

too. I

nothing to do with Ms. Cameron," Rachel said with a weak

Haynes replied, his handsome face impassive.

head to the hospital herself. Just as she was about to get on the elevator, someone

charming and

was one of Haynes' brothers. Perhaps because he didn't have any romantic interest in Rachel, he treated Stella with a kindness that was rare among

to