Cross My Tigress Face the Wrath (Stella) novel Chapter 417

In Portis City, things were hectic. Ronald was particularly busy, especially with his impending trip back to Ferrowland looming over him. He was constantly on the move, rushing in and out of meetings and errands.

Originally, he had planned to bring Stella along. Ever since Xander had a knack for causing trouble, Ronald couldn't shake off the feeling of unease leaving her alone. Even when trusted associates were around, he still couldn't relax.

But Stella was exhausted from all the traveling. After lunch, she decided she needed some serious rest and promptly went to bed.

"Star," Ronald gently coaxed, trying to rouse her from her slumber.

Half-asleep, Stella mumbled as she burrowed deeper into her blankets, "Leave me alone. I'm really tired."

Her voice was thick with drowsiness. All Stella wanted was to stay wrapped in her dreams, far too weary to entertain any other plans.

Ronald sighed with a hint of resignation in his voice. "You're a stubborn one," he murmured affectionately.

Seeing no other choice, he left her to rest. Before heading out, he turned to Jacob, the head of security. "Ensure everything is locked down tight. No one gets in."

"Understood," Jacob replied with a nod.

Since the last fiasco with Harvey, Ronald had overhauled his entire security team. Jacob had been brought in from Ferrowland and personally selected by Ronald.

After giving a few more instructions, Ronald departed.

Finley, his right-hand man, followed closely behind. "You don't have to worry so much. Xander's still over in Cyris Isle."

Ronald let out a dry laugh. "You all thought he got stuck in Patrina before, too."

Yet, Xander had slipped into Portis City unnoticed, leaving everyone none the wiser.

Finley fell silent. Xander’s unyielding interest in Stella meant trouble awaited them back in Ferrowland.

With Ronald gone, Stella was left alone in the sprawling house by Mist Bay. She slept through the afternoon, only waking around four.

Ronald still hadn't returned. As she settled onto the couch, a housekeeper promptly draped a blanket over her.