The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 711

Stella's gaze drifted from Candida over to Joshua.

Karl, despite all his bravado, was utterly helpless in Joshua's grip-completely overpowered, with not even a chance to fight back.

It wasn't so much Joshua's strength that stood out, but his razor-sharp mind. He anticipated everything, calculating every move with precision.

Candida, meanwhile, showed no mercy.

A sickening crack split the air as she shattered the bones in Karl's hand. Her eyes remained cold and unflinching, though her face had gone ghostly pale.

It was the first time she'd ever done something like this, and her hands trembled slightly. But she knew she had no choice-not just to avenge Star, but to keep her safe. If Karl wanted revenge, he could take it out on her; she wouldn't let him touch Star.

Stella's attention shifted from Joshua back to Candida. "That's enough, Candida. Let's leave it at that."

As much as Stella felt Karl deserved worse, this was still a society governed by law, and there were lines she couldn't cross.

She turned to Joshua. "Call an ambulance for him."

Joshua nodded, dialing emergency services without hesitation. He understood, too-Karl couldn't die, especially not here. There was a world of difference

injury and

said gently, "Candida, you should skip your piano practice today. Just

happened, Candida looked utterly drained,

could topple her. She

studio, then turned

sure Candida reached her house

got out of the car, Stella said quietly, "If anything unexpected happens,

a faint, weary smile.

Stella. "Ms. Cameron, should

take me to

because neither side was seriously hurt. This time, Karl's injuries were severe-there was no way to

borrowed Joshua's phone and quickly called Neville

Karl's

the fear that he'd try to retaliate-especially

and heavy. "Star,

now, I'll have someone keep an eye

and simply replied, "Thank you." After hanging up, Stella went to see Mr.