Cross My Tigress Face the Wrath (Stella) novel Chapter 333

Stella thought everything was over when Xander left.

But no - he’d sent a maid to stay with her.

From what Stella could gather, the maid even knew some self-defense techniques.

After the whole ordeal with Xander, Stella took a long shower. When she came out, she saw the maid setting up a blanket on the sofa.

"Miss, sorry for the intrusion," the maid said respectfully.

Stella was fuming. Damn Xander! He was really determined to keep an eye on her, not letting her have any time alone.

"I'm not used to sharing a room," Stella protested.

The maid replied, "Sorry, but you'll have to take that up with Mr. Schultz."

Stella was incredulous. No way was she going to talk it out with him.

She dried her hair, tossed the towel aside, and climbed into bed.

Seeing her settle down, the maid relaxed a bit. This young lady had caused quite the commotion at the villa earlier, almost setting the place on fire. At least now she seemed calm.

The maid quietly reported back to Xander and then lay down to rest herself.

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Meanwhile, in another room, Xander lounged in his robe, holding a glass of wine. He glanced at a photo sent by the maid. It showed Stella, or at least a small lump under the covers, clearly sulking at his arrangements.

A smirk played on his lips. "Still so stubborn, even now."

Shawn Schultz, standing nearby, leaned over to look at Xander's phone. "Are you sure you brought back the princess of the Quinn family?"

Shawn was genuinely concerned. He knew how much Ronald cherished his sister. When Xander had set off, Shawn thought it was for another business deal - not to kidnap Ronald's long-lost sister.

This was like kicking a hornet’s nest.

"You could've gone for Yvonne if you had to kidnap someone!" Shawn exclaimed. "Don’t tell me you’re actually taking that old marriage promise seriously?"

Years ago, Ronald's father had joked about marrying Stella to Xander when she grew up. Ronald had been furious at the idea, treating Stella like his own and refusing to let anyone else making decisions about her future.

Xander chuckled dismissively, finishing his wine. "Are the words of an elder just a joke?"

Shawn countered, "Ronald said it was just a joke later on, didn't he?"

Xander retorted, "Is Ronald her elder?"