The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 392

She didn't shrink back from Franco's provocations. Instead, she fought back- hard.

And when it came to real ability, she made Franco look like a fool.

Every question he threw her way, she answered with effortless confidence.

There was no denying it: she was exceptional.

A woman who combined beauty and brains was hard to resist.

Noah had made up his mind-he was going to pursue Stella.

So, he had someone look into her background and soon knew much more about her.

She was divorced and had a child.

Even though Noah himself had never been married, in their modern, cosmopolitan world, it hardly counted as a scandal.

When he found out she was a gifted violinist, Noah managed to get his hands on an invitation to an exclusive music symposium-hoping it would be just the thing to win her over.

Mr. Walden was known for being picky about his protégés, but as a member of the powerful Sylvaris clan, Noah had no trouble securing a ticket.

But unlike his previous girlfriends who either accepted gifts outright or acted coy before relenting-Stella surprised him.

She asked what was expected in return.

giving a woman a gift was just

Smiling, he said, "Franco is one of the judges on our panel. His outburst caused Ms. Cameron quite a bit of grief today. This invitation is simply

how did you

fan of yours,

was no naive girl to be easily swayed by

her, he just happened to offer exactly what she needed most-a ticket

other day,

she

Noah, what do you need from me in

the type to

French is impressive, Ms. Cameron. Our team is looking for

you

translation. Would you be

interested?"

"Most of my work is performing. I'm not sure I could

assured her. You wouldn't have to come in every day-just when our team needs you

of our

forte. As for compensation, we offer a fifty percent commission based on the contract value. We'll also cover all your travel and living expenses. And if there's a breach of contract on the client's side, you'll

offer was generous-almost too good to be

at a world-class level, far beyond the reach

were worth several times, sometimes dozens of times, the

would be a win