The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 165

"You're killing me with laughter! Are you seriously trying to tell me she's some undercover queen of disguise?" Jasper was practically in stitches, tears brimming in his eyes. "Hahaha, have you been reading too many thrillers and now you're just daydreaming?"

Abby was about to explode with anger, ready to march over, but Stella held her back.

"Let it go, Abby. The show is about to start. Don't let someone like that ruin the performance."

Abby was fuming. "What's wrong with that guy?"

Stella shrugged, "Maybe he's been hanging around someone who's seriously lost

it and now he's caught the fever himself."

Abby threw up her hands in exaggerated terror. "I'm staying five feet back - wouldn't want to 'accidentally' trip and get blamed for damaging national treasures." She jerked her chin toward the exit. "Star, Marvin - wheels up before the drama catches fire."

She knew Stella and Marvin were about to take the stage. Stirring up trouble now could mess with their performance, and that was the last thing Abby wanted.

folks, I'm out too. Don't forget to get yourself a new

left, Jasper couldn't help but curse under his breath. "Ugh, what

Stella's retreating figure, her brow

really sure Stella can't play the

his head. "I don't know. I've never seen her

"I once saw Mom looking at sheet music at

Keen, "Sheet music? Did she ever mention anything about the violin to

"Mom did mention Grandma once, said she was a pretty amazing

violin named "Nocturne Stella" at a music shop not too long ago.

and reigning supreme during her peak. Tragically, she passed away at a young age, leaving

or Nora. It wasn't until Stella mentioned that

because her mom was great doesn't mean she is. Haynie and Keen both said they've never seen Stella practice.

Rachel still deep in thought, Jasper reassured her, "Rachel, remember, it takes years of practice to shine on stage. Even if you're sick, as long as you're able, you'd keep practicing. Stella hasn't played in years. How could she possibly compete with you?