The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1624

Stella knew that even if she did ask Rachel, the answer wouldn't be much different from what Aurora had told her.

Someone as clever as Aurora might withhold information, but she would never lie outright.

And Rachel...

An indescribable feeling washed over Stella at the thought of her. Rachel's methods were neither sophisticated nor particularly intelligent. Yet, both Haynes and Joshua were entangled with her in countless ways.

"It was a bitter pill to swallow, a knot of unease that refused to loosen.

If anyone was her fated nemesis, it might not be Aurora, but it was definitely Rachel.

"Everyone has a past," Stella said. "It's not strange that Joshua has one. These things are his private matters, and he's under no obligation to tell me about them."

Aurora smiled. "You're right. But you don't know what kind of person his ex-wife is, or what kind of unforgettable past they share. What if she's possessive and decides to come after you for getting too close to Joshua? Star, wouldn't you be caught in the crossfire again? Wasn't Rachel a perfect example of that?"

Stella remained silent.

Aurora didn't press further. She stood up. "Star, I've said what I came to say. I won't disturb you any longer. I'll be going now."

Before leaving, Aurora glanced back at Stella.

An ex is always a sore spot for whoever comes after. For Stella, who had already had a marriage destroyed by an ex, she was likely even more wary—once bitten, twice shy.

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