The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 1009

The Williams estate was sprawling-far more than just a single mansion. In fact, there were several buildings dotted across the grounds, and it wasn't uncommon for the family's security team to live there as well.

So when Joshua moved into the Williams estate, it didn't feel out of place at all.

Stella thought for a moment. "Is Joshua okay with this?"

Abby replied, "I asked him. He didn't mind-said it makes no difference to him where he stays."

Stella didn't insist any further. "As long as he's willing. There are more than enough rooms here, and if I want to bring someone in, it's never a problem."

"Good." Abby finally looked relieved. "Star, while I'm away, if anything comes up, you can always call me. Please, don't keep things from me."

Stella's voice was warm. "I know."

With that, Abby left.

Once Abby was gone, Stella gently hugged Nocturne Stella. She would never let anyone take away what belonged to her again.

...

at the place she'd agreed

exhibition currently showing in Solmaris, and Foreman seemed genuinely interested. He'd invited Stella to

Painting was something she hadn't done in a long time, and now, with

Foreman was already

a

A tall, lean figure stepped out,

Foreman's smile froze instantly.

had already walked over, greeting him with a warm, easy smile that seemed to

protection. The Lerman family has some influence in Solmaris, and I'm worried they might try something

Foreman, a faint, knowing smile playing at his lips "Don't worry, Mr. Richards. As long as I'm here, nothing will happen to Star What happened last time will never happen

right where it hurt most.

understood exactly what

ет

wouldn't have been ruined, Nocturne Stella wouldn't have been destroyed-and, perhaps, if he

violin again.

quickly regained his composure. "...