The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 738

"Wait... Is she your wife?"

As he spoke, Joshua gently pulled a still bewildered Keen to his side.

"Keen, buddy, your dad's just having a rough day. Don't be upset with him, alright?"

Keen nodded, still a little confused. He truly didn't understand why his father was in such a bad mood.

Joshua, ever tactful, managed to keep things light-no blame, no stirring the pot, not like Rachel, who always managed to fan the flames with her pointed remarks. Even Haynes, who never particularly liked Joshua, couldn't find fault with his words.

Still, Haynes didn't warm to him. If anything, he only became more convinced that Joshua was sly—someone who played the long game. He'd already fallen for his act more than once.

little schemes for someone else. Don't pretend to

sighed. “Mr. O'Brien, I really care

did to make Mr. O'Brien misunderstand me so badly. Ms. Cameron, maybe I should just go. I didn't realize you'd already made

smiled politely at Haynes. "Wouldn't want to intrude on your family

didn't make any plans. And if anyone should go, it

and Joshua. "Let's

Joshua nodded. "Of course."

passed Haynes, Joshua glanced at

fun today, maybe take Keen out instead. When you're feeling better, you can join us. No need to let your mood

Joshua's words. He realized Joshua was right-if Dad was upset, it could bring everyone

that thought, Keen gave Haynes a polite wave.

into Stella's car. Joshua started