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."

"I can't decide on this, but I'll ask

lit

of pride, and being with her

more and more

made a silent vow

be even better

...

The next morning.

about being

multiple times to ensure she had all her

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

town hall, it

waited outside the town

...

up his car keys, ready to leave, when his

in the shower and lost

expression shifted. "How bad is

what! Haynie, I'm in the ambulance now. You need to get here as soon as you

on my way," Haynes said, his voice cold and tense,

...