The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 570

Chapter 570

Stella's patience snapped. She scowled at Jasper and jabbed a finger in his direction. "I refuse to stay in the same room as a rabid dog. Either he leaves, or I do. Simple as that."

She turned to the others, voice icy. "If you really think I orchestrated this

kidnapping, then go ahead-call the police. Have me arrested. I've got nothing to hide."

Jasper's face contorted with outrage. "Stella, are you throwing me out? Feeling guilty, are you? Afraid I'll expose you?"

He looked to Haynes and Foreman for backup, voice rising. "There's no need for an investigation. It was her-she's the one behind this whole mess!"

Stella massaged her ear, still ringing from Jasper's outburst. "I'm going to count to three. If he's not gone by then, I'm leaving. I have better things to do, so don't bother calling me in again."

She paused, then began, "One-"

"Jasper." Haynes' voice was low and steady. "Step outside."

"Haynie, can't you see she's only losing her temper because I hit a nerve? Don't be fooled by her

was gentler but firm. "Jasper, you weren't even there when the kidnapping happened. Your presence or absence-makes little difference

"Stella's manipulative and sly. She's a master at twisting words and turning the tables. Neither of you can hold your

gaze was calm and unreadable. "With Haynes here, no one's going to hurt

opened his mouth to protest again, but Haynes cut him off with a cool finality. "If you really want to stay,

deflated in an

last, Rachel, who had

up softly. "Jasper, maybe it's best if

right-Haynie and Keen

glanced furtively at Stella, then added, "Besides, I don't believe Ms.

outsider, you'd think Haynes and

have stung. Now, she

gentle urging, Jasper stormed

wry smile. "Next time Jasper's going to be around, don't call

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