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."

on this, but I'll ask Mr. Burton tomorrow and let you

lit up.

It gave him an unparalleled sense of pride, and being with her felt as

was growing more and

a silent vow

even better to Stella, to make

...

The next morning.

about being late, got up

she

to a fault. He never waited for anyone, except Rachel. To avoid

she arrived at the town hall, it was just

patiently waited outside the town

...

exactly nine o'clock, Haynes picked up his car keys, ready to

slipped in the shower and lost consciousness.

"How bad

couldn't wake her up no matter what! Haynie, I'm in the ambulance now. You need

on my way," Haynes said, his voice cold

...