The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 221

"Yeah," Marvin said, his expression serious. "Mr. O'Brien hasn't treated you well, and you haven't been happy with him. I don't want you to be with Mr. O'Brien. You

deserve someone better and a happier life."

Stella couldn't help but chuckle.

Even Marvin, who had only seen Haynes a few times, could tell that Haynes wasn't good for her.

Abby chimed in, "Since you're busy tomorrow, should I let Anthony know to reschedule?"

"No need," Stella replied. "I have to meet him briefly to finalize the divorce cooling-off period. It'll probably take less than half an hour. Could you tell my mentor that I can join him for rehearsal in the afternoon?"

"Sure," Abby said, picking up her phone and quickly sending a message.

Marvin, curious as ever, asked, "Stella, where are you and Mr. Watson performing?"

Stella recalled Mr. Burton's words, "I think it's at a retirement home or something like that."

Marvin's eyes lit up with enthusiasm. "Stella, I'd love to join you for the performance. Do you think I could?"

Stella hesitated for a moment. If it were a performance she organized, she wouldn't mind Marvin joining in. But this event was organized by Mr. Burton, and she couldn't make that call..

Seeing Stella's hesitation, Marvin said earnestly, "Stella, I've been practicing my piano every day. I promise I won't slow you down."

Stella said gently, "I can't decide on this, but I'll

face lit up.

sense of pride, and

growing more and more attached to

a silent vow to

determined to be even better to Stella, to

...

The next morning.

being late, got up

times to ensure she had all her

He never waited for anyone, except Rachel. To avoid traffic, Stella left well

arrived at the town hall, it was just past 9:10

outside the

...

his car keys, ready to leave, when

slipped in the shower and lost consciousness. She's been rushed to

shifted. "How

up no matter what! Haynie, I'm in the ambulance now. You need to get here as

way," Haynes said, his voice cold and tense, as he quickly

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