The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 2111

Aurora swallowed her pride. "...I don't mind."

Joshua nodded. "Excellent. I have business to attend to. I'll take my leave."

Suddenly, Aurora called out to him. "Joshua."

He paused and looked back. "Is there something else?"

Aurora hesitated, choosing her words carefully. "Could I ask... why Stella approached you so suddenly?"

"She hasn't mentioned her intentions yet," Joshua replied breezily. "But don't worry, Ms. Williams. The moment I find out, I'll be sure to update you."

Aurora pressed further. "How exactly did you and Stella meet?"

"She's friends with Laurel Quinn," Joshua answered easily. "I ran into her while I was visiting Laurel."

Aurora knew that once Stella realized what was going on, she wouldn't just sit back and let Aurora pretend to be Joshua's long-lost love.

But Aurora couldn't physically stop them from interacting, either.

If she tried too hard to keep them apart, Joshua would instantly grow suspicious.

It didn't take a genius to figure out what Stella wanted to talk to him about.

As long as she prepared her defense flawlessly, no matter how silver-tongued Stella was, Joshua would never believe her.

Since everyone knew she and Stella despised each other, she could easily spin Stella's accusations as a jealous attempt to drive a wedge between them.

After all, Aurora possessed the physical token of their past. Stella had nothing.

A wave of relief washed over Aurora.

"Alright, go ahead and handle your business. Call me anytime."

Joshua offered a faint smile and walked away.

...

Stella had become an overnight sensation.

The moment she stepped out of her car, she was mobbed by screaming fans. They begged for autographs and selfies, their overwhelming enthusiasm making it impossible for her to slip away.

By the time the crowd finally dispersed, her hand was completely numb from signing her name.

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