The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 280

Jasper turned to the sales associate with a cold smirk. "If you're tired of your job, by all means, sell this bracelet to that woman!"

He leaned in, voice lowering to a threat. "But don't think you'll just lose your job here at Neo-Vespera. If you cross us, you'll find yourself blacklisted from every luxury retailer in Novaris."

The sales associate froze, glancing nervously at Rachel. Her face drained of color as realization dawned-she recognized Rachel, the woman once rumored to be entangled with Haynes. Ordinary people like her couldn't possibly go head-to- head with someone backed by the O'Brien Group.

Rachel put on a show of concern. "Jasper, please, let's not make a scene."

"Rachel, this is exactly why women like Stella walk all over you," Jasper shot back. "You're too soft-hearted, and it's high time someone put her in her place. Today, I'll do it for you!"

Stella's gaze was cool and unfazed. "You? Please. You're not nearly qualified to teach me any lessons."

voice so everyone in the boutique could hear. "So, what you're telling us is if Haynes's sweetheart wants something, it doesn't matter who saw it first or who bought it first. She gets it, no questions asked?" "Most stores treat their customers like royalty, but here, it seems we're supposed to be servants. Is this

patrons and staff heard her clearly. "To everyone shopping here today, better be careful. The

Rachel and Jasper as the villains—and putting them

they were the city's

O'Brien Group's been expanding fast the last few years, sure,” someone muttered. “But they're not the only game in town. If this

city. If the O'Briens don't

I don't want my purchases snatched away just because

sure

Group's reputation had taken

with a satisfied smile. "Mr. Wilkinson, Ms.

Rachel and Jasper

tall, impeccably dressed man descended the staircase. His striking good looks and commanding presence drew every eye in