The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 242

Chapter 243

She was known for her knack of stirring up trouble, but this time, she hadn't uttered a word.

Yet, without any rhyme or reason, the blame was thrown her way, and she wasn't about to stand for it.

The room's atmosphere thickened almost instantly.

Rachel, who usually played the peacemaker for Haynes, suddenly switched sides, making the situation awkwardly tense.

It was Marvin's innocent voice that finally broke the silence.

"Mr. O'Brien, you've wronged Stella. Don't you think you owe her an apology?"

Stella glanced down at Marvin, who mischievously winked at her.

This clever boy.

Some things sound different depending on who says them.

had said it, it might've

siding with her, he wouldn't have said anything

like a slap across Haynes's

eyes dimmed, and his Adam's apple

seconds, his low, raspy

"Sorry, I misunderstood you."

gave him a sidelong glance. "Since Ms. Pearce is in such a delicate condition, you'd better whisk her away before

any longer, extended her pale hand with a pout. "Haynie, my fingers have so many cuts from those herbs. If this keeps up, I might never play the violin

too deep but noticeable enough for someone

voice cut through

worry, you'll be fine. Stella helped out here for ages and

some herbs, not

eyes flickered

knew Stella could

for five years and

slightly, but he

terms. She's supposed to help out here for a week. If she leaves early today, she'll

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