The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 439

Neville's gaze was deep and steady. "Marvin's been worried sick about you," he said. “He couldn't stop talking about it last night, kept saying he wished he could be here."

He set his glass down on the bedside table. "I happened to be on vacation, no pressing work, so I told him I'd look after you for a while."

Stella's throat felt much better after a few sips of water. She spoke softly, her voice still a little hoarse. "Mr. Connolly, thank you. And... thank you for last night, too."

Neville waved her off, unconcerned. "You've thanked me enough already. I lost count of how many times you said it last night."

Stella hesitated, frowning faintly. "Sorry-my head was spinning yesterday. I can't remember much of it clearly."

Neville met her eyes, his tone gentle but firm. "Star, you don't have to be so tough all the time. Marvin and I-we're both more than willing to help you. And you don't need to worry about owing us any favors. We're not strangers, you know."

He held her gaze, his eyes so dark and fathomless they seemed to draw a person in, as if they could see straight through to the soul.

Stella's breath caught unexpectedly. She looked away, unable to stand the intensity of his stare.

Just then, the door to the hospital room opened.

I brought you some

sitting up, awake. Her face lit

awake!" she exclaimed, hurrying to the bedside. She reached out and checked Stella's forehead, then finally let out a relieved sigh.

bag with

sat together and finished breakfast. Afterwards, Stella

head

turned to

day after tomorrow at the latest." Abby paused, then looked at her. "By the way... Have you heard anything from Foreman

isn't like Jasper-he can't keep anything to himself. Maybe

voice. "Should I ask Foreman to look into it for

moment, then nodded. "Yes,

see what I

the close call Abby had yesterday, made the timing feel like more than a coincidence. Stella couldn't help but suspect something was off. Even if it meant owing someone a favor, she

dialed Foreman's number directly. The phone rang twice before he

voice was as warm and calm as ever.

up?"