The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 245

"It's all my own fault for getting hurt... This has nothing to do with Ms. Cameron," I insisted, trying to keep my voice steady.

Jasper's furious voice cut through the tension like a knife. "That old man knows Stella. Only an idiot would believe she's not involved!"

Before I could respond, Jasper stormed into the room, his temper blazing. "Stella, I'm warning you. If you make Rachel's life difficult again, you'll regret it!"

Mr. Burton raised an eyebrow, his expression a mix of irritation and amusement. "Jasper, it's early in the morning. Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed, or is it just the coffee not agreeing with you?"

Jasper, like a rabid dog ready to snap at anyone, turned his scathing gaze toward Mr. Burton.

He jabbed a finger at Mr. Burton's face, his expression menacing. "Listen, old man, if you so much as touch a hair on Rachel's head, I'll dismantle your old bones myself!"

"And you, kid!" he snarled at Marvin, who had instinctively sought refuge behind Stella. "Say one more thing about Rachel, and you'll be picking your teeth off the floor!"

Marvin, clearly rattled by Jasper's outburst, huddled closer to Stella. Seeing that his threats were having an effect, Jasper's eyes glinted with satisfaction. He took a breath, ready to unleash another round of intimidation.

But before he could, a cup of hot coffee flew into Jasper's face, causing him to yelp in pain. "What the hell? Are you out of your mind?!" he screamed, clutching his reddening face.

Stella stepped forward, her voice as cool as a winter breeze. "Get out. You're nothing but a bully."