The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 176

Chapter 177

Rachel's words were smooth, but the implication was clear to everyone: she wanted Stella to back down.

Neville quietly observed the scene unfolding before him, then glanced down at Marvin.

"Marvin, how does Star play the violin?" he asked.

Marvin's eyes lit up. "It's so pretty, it made me think of a new word I learned!"

Neville leaned in, intrigued. "Oh? What word?"

Marvin clasped his hands together, grinning. "Heavenly melody."

"And how does it compare to Ms. Pearce?" Neville inquired further.

"Stella's definitely the best!" Marvin responded without hesitation. "That Ms. Pearce isn't nearly as good; she's got a mean streak."

heard Rachel play the violin, but

and

chuckled softly. "Sorry, I

Rachel's smile faded slightly.

Rachel could respond,

you so many chances to back down gracefully, and

insists on competing, then let her. Some

bested by Stella a few times, was eager to turn the tables. She feigned hesitation. "Are

out a derisive snort. "What's the issue? If she's dumb enough to challenge you, she's begging

pretending to seek his advice. "Haynie, maybe you should talk some sense

his brow. Stella had been pushing her luck lately. He wanted her to learn a lesson, but as she was Keen's mother, he didn't want her to lose face in

Haynes said, "Stella,

him a glance. She turned to

competition, there should

smiled slightly. "Alright, Ms. Cameron,

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