The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 641

Neville’s voice was calm, but his words carried a subtle edge. “But you have to remember, Haynes’s protection can only go so far. If you ever come into conflict with Rachel, who’s to say he won’t abandon you and take her side?”

He had to admit—he was deliberately sowing seeds of doubt. Neville had seen right through Haynes’s intentions, the man clearly wanted to get back together with Stella. And Neville would make sure that never happened.

Marvin was still waiting for some good news from him, after all.

But more than that…

Neville cast a sidelong glance at Stella, his dark eyes deep and unreadable. He would never let anyone else have her.

Stella nodded thoughtfully at his words. She agreed completely. “You’re right. I can’t just count on Haynes’s goodwill. Especially when it comes to Rachel—his so-called conscience always seems to disappear.”

Neville looked away, as if he wanted to say something more, but in the end, he kept silent.

Stella caught it and smiled. “Mr. Connolly, if there’s something you want to say, just say it. I promise I won’t be upset.”

It was rare to see Neville hesitate like this.

He finally spoke. “Star, if you return to the Williams family, both Sellers and Leonard will have to think twice before making any moves against you. They’re both vying for Aurora’s hand in marriage. If you’re officially recognized as the Williams family’s daughter, there’s no way Skyler would ever let them marry Aurora if they dared to cross you.”

He paused, letting his words sink in. “Everything that happened today—it all started because of Aurora. If it weren’t for her, Sellers wouldn’t have come after you, and you wouldn’t have fallen out with Leonard. I just want you to consider this seriously.”

Stella didn’t flinch or protest. She knew Neville was genuinely looking out for her. Her eyes flickered with contemplation. “I will. I promise I’ll think it over carefully.”

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