The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 548

The absence of trouble often signals a deeper problem.

Without evidence, Mr. Burton wouldn't have spoken so recklessly, either. But odds were, he had his eye on Stella and was just looking for an excuse to get closer.

With things laid out this plainly, Stella couldn't refuse anymore.

"All right," she agreed.

Mr. Burton's lips curled into a satisfied smile.

After exchanging a few more words, Stella stood and took her leave.

She had barely stepped out of Mr. Burton's house when her phone began to ring.

The caller ID flashed a number she knew all too well.

Haynes.

Why was he calling her now?

Without thinking, Stella declined the call.

A minute later, Haynes rang again.

She still didn't pick up.

there was nothing left to say between

few minutes later,

something was wrong, Stella hesitated, then

grave on

drained from

to the amusement park, and both of them were abducted. Star, if

he was still her child-flesh and blood.

you? I'm

paused. "Haynie's already on his way to pick you up. He

minutes. Just wait for

care less about

"I understand."

Joshua caught the look on

You look like you've seen

hide it. "My

a son?" Joshua looked surprised. "Yes.

just don't seem like

had no

life. "I

my

alto interest in discussing

back-Abby's already rented

head. "No way. I don't have a phone, I don't have cash-if I get lost,