But Foreman knew Stella well enough.

He could tell that, at least for now, Stella had no romantic feelings for Joshua.

Joshua's bluntness, however, left Foreman feeling a little embarrassed.

Sensing the awkwardness, Stella quickly stepped in to smooth things over.

"Why don't you let Joshua check the changing room first? If everything's fine, he can just wait for me downstairs."

Haynes spoke up, "I'll come along with you."

His work kept him busy, so he rarely had time to be by Stella's side. He was curious to see for himself how Joshua usually protected her. Was Joshua truly watching over Stella-or was he just using the excuse of protecting her to get close to her?

Since it made no real difference whether one or two people went along, Stella didn't object.

The attendant just stared at them, bewildered.

Stella was just going to change clothes-did all three men really need to tag along?

show us to the changing room?

out of her daze, the attendant forced a smile. "Of course,

of them made their way to the dressing

and


argue, simply turned and left

making sure the room was empty. They all filed

corner of the changing room, checking the closet and even looking

was done, he nodded to

"Aren't you being a little paranoid, Joshua? Star's the heiress of the Williams family now-who'd dare lay a

"Leonard didn't care about Star's status when he kidnapped her. Call me paranoid if you want, but I'd rather be overcautious than stand by and watch her get hurt

words hit Foreman right where it

moment. "I'm going to change

adamant. "No need. I'll

he was the first

gave Stella a lingering look before following him

glance at Stella at all; with his gaze lowered,

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