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

was siding with

like a slap across Haynes's

and his

few seconds, his low, raspy voice broke

"Sorry, I misunderstood you."

glance. "Since Ms. Pearce is in such a delicate condition, you'd better

on staying any longer, extended her pale hand with a pout. "Haynie, my fingers have so many cuts from those

scratches, not too deep but noticeable enough for someone who took such

cut through the

for ages and she's

some herbs, not chop your hands

eyes flickered

knew Stella could play the

for five years and you don't

moved slightly, but he

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

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