The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 172

"Hey, here's a perfect way out for you. Take it and just let it go," Jasper smirked, his voice dripping with insincerity.

"This competition is being streamed online, you know. You wouldn't want your embarrassing side to become a viral sensation, right? If you think about it, you should actually be thanking Rachel. Without her, you'd be the laughingstock of everyone!"

Abby was stunned by Jasper's shamelessness.

"Wait, let me get this straight-you're actually defending Rachel for dumping coffee on Star? Should we send her a thank-you note too?" Abby fired back, her voice dripping with disbelief.

Jasper shrugged. "If you feel like thanking her, we won't mind. Just don't blame Rachel if you mess up your performance. We're not taking the fall for that!"

Rachel tugged gently at Jasper's sleeve, her voice barely a whisper. "Jasper, let's just drop it. I didn't mean to, but it really was my fault..."

"Rachel, you're too kind, and that's why people take advantage of you," Jasper said coldly, shooting a glare at Stella. "Stella, enough is enough. Rachel has already apologized. Stop dragging this out."

"If your drama affects Rachel and Keen's performance, I won't let it slide!"

eyes widened in disbelief. "Star, do they always twist the

she'd seen this show

I'd never believe there

doubled down. "Everything

chimed in, "We've recorded everything you said. Should we upload it online and let people

changed immediately. "You

called out for

quickly retorted, "Of course

me post it?" Stella challenged,

flushed beet-red as he shouted, "I-It's about protecting the children! They shouldn't be exposed to our petty squabbles or become

escaped Abby. "Relax. We only filmed the grown-ups acting like toddlers. And yes," she added, rolling her eyes, "we'll pixelate the innocent bystanders you're

speechless, grasping for

"The competition is about to start, so