The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 331

At that moment, the online narrative around Stella shifted dramatically. Not only did public opinion about her take a sharp turn, but even perceptions of Haynes were completely transformed.

Some die-hard "shipping" fans protested, "If Haynes isn't nice to Stella, doesn't that prove he's devoted to Rachel? Would you really prefer a guy who flirts with everyone?"

Someone quickly shot back, "Excuse me, have you forgotten Stella is his wife? She even gave the O'Brien family a son! Since when does being kind to your own wife require permission from the side chick? Are you out of your mind?"

"Our goddess Rachel is not a homewrecker! Stella's the one who stole her chance and wormed her way in!"

"Oh, sure. Your 'goddess' Rachel isn't a homewrecker, yet there she is, always seen out and about with someone else's husband. She must be the very picture of purity!"

Realizing they were losing ground, the CP fans quickly tried to change tactics.

"What does Haynes being a jerk have to do with Rachel? She's a victim too, okay? Haynes lied to her just like everyone else."

Back at the scene, the entertainment reporters who had tried to corner Stella looked utterly defeated. They'd run out of arguments.

Their editors had only told them to bring Stella down from her pedestal as quickly as possible.

could they have guessed there was so much more to the

was shaping up to be

if your money came from legitimate sources,

together the backstory from the crowd around

in her accounts to charity. Freezing her assets now doesn't even make sense,"

she bought at the auction was given to the National Museum. If we just show up and ask for it, they're not

chimed in, "If someone publicly announces a donation

in this case, Stella's proven her money was obtained legally. If we try to reclaim her donations now, we'll offend both the charities and the entire museum

the public won't be happy about it

clearly stuck between a rock

received a report accusing Stella of leaking trade secrets and financial crimes. Normally,

fast-donating every last

immense public good. Now, were the police supposed to stand in opposition to

would be

his question,

almost amused smile played