The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 409

Stella fell silent for a few seconds before replying, “Understood. I’ll head over right now.”

…

At the studio.

Abby stared at the streaks of paint splattered across the walls and the wrecked music equipment, her face dark with frustration.

Candida, who had only just finished her hiring paperwork, took in the ruined room with a stricken expression.

Her voice was quiet, tinged with guilt and uncertainty. “Maybe… maybe I should just find another job.”

The past few weeks had been a string of disappointments for her, and landing this position had felt like a stroke of luck. If she lost it, she’d probably have to go back to playing piano in restaurants or bars—something she’d been desperately trying to avoid.

She’d nearly given up hope before meeting Stella and Abby. She thought her luck had finally turned. And now… the studio was trashed, paint everywhere, instruments smashed beyond repair. It was obvious—someone had done this out of spite.

Candida’s thoughts inevitably turned to her ex-boyfriend. That man had no scruples; he was capable of anything.

Abby waved her off. “Let’s wait for Stella before we jump to conclusions. This might not have anything to do with you.”

About thirty minutes later, Stella arrived at the studio.

She took in the scene, then asked, “What about the other two floors?”

Abby replied, “The outside walls and doors on the other floors were hit with paint, but nothing inside was touched. Only our floor was completely trashed.”

Stella nodded, her face calm and betraying no surprise or anger. “Looks like this was aimed at me.”

Candida hesitated. “Ms. Cameron, do you think… this could be my fault? Maybe I brought this on everyone.”