The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 296

The two women were just about to leave when a luxury car pulled up beside them.

The door swung open, and a tall, striking figure stepped out.

A handsome, rakish face came into view, drawing the attention of everyone nearby.

"Star, Ms. Murphy-it's been a while."

Abby's face lit up with delight. "Neville Connolly! I haven't seen you in ages. What have you been up to lately?"

Neville arched an eyebrow, flashing a lazy, charming smile. "Just dealing with some family business, but thankfully, it's all wrapped up now." He grinned, "What, did you and Star miss me?"

Abby laughed. "Of course we did! Without you around, no one's taken us out for a proper meal in forever."

Neville shot back immediately, "Say the word, and dinner's on me. In fact—" A thought seemed to strike him. He reached into the front seat and pulled out a gorgeous bouquet of fresh flowers.

"Star, I never got to congratulate you on your divorce-cheers to your newfound freedom."

accepted the flowers with

hadn't told Neville about the divorce herself, but Marvin Connolly had practically been living at her place lately. Abby and Stella had never kept their conversations private

voice cut through

anymore, are we? No wonder you were in such a rush

shot back without missing a beat, "People with filthy minds see filth everywhere. You

let out a cold laugh. "A man giving a woman flowers-is that a normal friendship? Why don't we ask a few

forward, ready for a fight, but Stella

her voice steady. "Jasper, I'm divorced now. Who I spend time with and whose flowers I accept is none of your

kidding? You were already running around with him before your divorce. That's

is wrong? Instead of

around town like it's a badge of honor-everyone knows. Even your divorce couldn't happen without her by your side. Not only are you not

the subject! You're the shameless

didn't get to finish. Stella cut him

a bouquet and I'm a cheater? Meanwhile, they've already thrown themselves

at her, lost for

moment, Jasper