The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 113

Keen stared at her in disbelief. "But you haven't even asked what happened!"

Stella replied, "Isn't it the same with you guys? You never ask what happened either. You just assume it's my fault, right? Besides..."

She glanced gently at Marvin. "I trust Marvin. He would never hit someone without a reason."

Lately, she'd been looking after Marvin at home. Marvin was such a smart kid, wise beyond his years, which made her heart ache a little.

Unlike Keen, who would rush off with just a brief farewell after dinner, Marvin always lingered-helping to clear the table and gather the dishes. During meals, he'd offer her food from the dish, always complimenting her cooking, savoring every bite with a satisfied smile.

Keen, on the other hand, was always critical.

Stella's thoughts were interrupted by Marvin's voice.

"Stella, I was wrong in this matter. No matter what Keen said, I shouldn't have hit him... I'm willing to apologize."

Stella looked down at Marvin. "Are you really willing to apologize to him?"

nodded, saying, "I

softened. "Alright, then go ahead and

Keen. "Keen, I'm sorry.

Keen came from a well-disciplined family, he was still just a kid, and Marvin had been under his skin for days. He turned his face away with a huff, unwilling to

him over with an encouraging smile. "Whether he forgives you or not is one thing.

her praise, Marvin's eyes

kindergarten teachers, observing this scene, finally caught

are

is currently out of town on business and can't be here, so I'm stepping

complicated look. "Ms. Cameron, so you're

expression was cold.

when Keen needed you, you were nowhere to be found, yet

to him. "I'm just the O'Brien family's nanny.

"Nanny? What are

son telling everyone I'm

say things without thinking. Why