The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 1240

Chapter 1240

Stella's mood was excellent after seeing Marvin, whom she hadn't seen in a long time. Even her voice was softer than usual.

"The restaurant was incredibly busy tonight, and the service was slow," she explained. "That's why I'm a little late."

Seeing the gentle smile playing at the corners of her eyes, Joshua felt an inexplicable surge of annoyance. He said nothing more, lapsing into silence.

Stella quickly sensed that his mood had soured again.

Assuming it was because her lateness had kept him from his meal, she said promptly, "Sorry I'm late. I'll make sure to be back earlier tomorrow."

Joshua's brow twitched. "Tomorrow? You're going out with Neville again?"

Stella nodded. "Yes. His grandmother is in Solmaris now, and I'm going to pay her a visit."

"I'll go with you," Joshua stated.

you don't have to," Stella refused. "Your wound hasn't fully

frowned. "I can't let you go

Stella cut him off. "Neville is picking

Joshua fell silent.

***

day, Neville arrived early at the hospital to pick Stella up. He even stopped by Joshua's room to


nothing more.

seem to mind.

just focus on getting better," he said with a

face expressionless as he watched

gifts. The shopping took some time, and eventually Neville's phone rang. The moment he answered Old

"When are you arriving?"

way back now. We should

happily. "I'll have the kitchen start preparing the food." After

she cut him off. "Oh, never mind. You don't even know what Marvin likes to eat. I'd be better

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