The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1794

The night was deep and quiet.

Stella was awakened by a series of soft murmurs.

"Star… Star…"

At first, Stella thought Joshua was calling for her, but when she opened her eyes, she saw he was still asleep on the floor.

Moonlight filtered through the sheer curtains, casting a silvery glow over the room.

Stella got out of bed and switched on the small bedside lamp.

Joshua was thrashing in his sleep, his voice a low, frantic mumble. Beads of sweat glistened on his forehead, and his features were twisted in a mask of pain, as if he were trapped in a waking hell.

Stella quickly tried to wake him. "Joshua, wake up…"

She called his name for a long time, but he didn't stir.

Joshua was normally extremely alert; it was impossible that he wouldn't wake up from this.

Just as Stella was wondering what to do, Joshua finally opened his eyes.

Stella let out a sigh of relief. She took a tissue and gently wiped the sweat from his forehead.

"Joshua, were you having a nightmare?"

Under the warm orange light, the woman's eyes were so gentle, like a beacon that could illuminate any darkness.

Joshua's unfocused pupils slowly came into focus.

He shot up and pulled Stella into a tight embrace, his chaotic heartbeat echoing clearly in the quiet night.

His body was trembling slightly, his breathing ragged and heavy.

Stella said softly, "Joshua, what did you dream about?"

After a long moment, Joshua said hoarsely, "I dreamed that I lost you. I kept looking for you, but I couldn't find you anywhere."

Her heart ached for him. She gently patted his back, soothing him with a soft voice.

Perhaps he knew, with perfect clarity, that he was sick.

At that thought, her heart ached for him even more.

Stella wanted to say something, but suddenly felt that any words would be hollow. In the end, she just said softly, "Joshua, the floor is cold. Come sleep on the bed."

However, Joshua refused again.

"No, it's fine. I'll sleep on the floor."

His second refusal made Stella's fingers tighten.

Although she knew Joshua wasn't that kind of person, she couldn't help but let her mind wander. Was he letting the kidnapping get in his head, creating a wall between them?

At that thought, a wave of disappointment washed over her.

Looking at Joshua, Stella decided she had to clear the air.