The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1714

Night had fallen, and the brilliant city lights pierced the darkness of the sky, shimmering like a flowing river of stars.

Joshua stood there in a black suit, a figure as profound and striking as the deepest stroke in a rich painting. The inky night behind him seemed to serve as his backdrop.

The man's handsome features were faintly clouded by a layer of gloom.

It wasn't until he saw Stella that his expression softened slightly.

Although he had already received news that she was safe on his way over, he couldn't feel at ease until he saw her with his own eyes.

Joshua walked up to Stella and, seeing that she was uninjured and her complexion was normal, finally let out a sigh of relief.

Stella took the initiative to take his hand. "I was just in a meeting and had my phone on silent, that's why I missed your calls. Joshua, you worry too much."

Stella had a habit of silencing her phone during meetings or business negotiations as a sign of respect for her partners.

It was a habit she'd had even back when Joshua was her bodyguard.

Her explanation was flawless.

Joshua gently pulled her into a hug, feeling the frantic beating of his heart finally settle back into its rhythm.

"Too many people have their eyes on you. I’m afraid someone will take you from me."

The words were spoken casually, but they struck a chord with the listener.

A strange look flickered in Stella's eyes.

Fortunately, Joshua was hugging her and couldn't see her expression. Otherwise, he would have certainly noticed something was amiss.

Leonard was truly a menace.

While his confession hadn't convinced Stella, she couldn't deny that a seed of doubt had been planted in her mind.

"The Gardner family's territory is in a special geographical location with unique and precious natural resources. We can sustain our internal operations just by casually mining them.

The reason the family kept such a low profile in the past and didn't cooperate with anyone was to keep this secret from getting out.

However…"

He looked down at Stella. "If you decide to settle down and build your career here in Solmaris, then The Gardner Group should also shift its industrial focus to Solmaris.

That way, I can better support you."

Stella looked up at the man's strikingly handsome face, and her eyes unexpectedly began to sting.

No matter what, Joshua's first thought was always about helping her.

"Joshua, you've helped me so much. If… and I'm just saying if… I don't end up with you, wouldn't all of your help have been for nothing?"