The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 250

As Stella paused, she caught Haynes' gaze and offered a slight, knowing smile.

"I wonder if The Wilkinson Group, with all its prestige, can tolerate an heir with a criminal record and a face scarred beyond recognition."

Haynes' expression had turned as dark as a stormy sky.

"Are you threatening me?" he asked, his voice cold and sharp.

Unfazed, Stella replied, "Mr. O'Brien, you give me too much credit. I'm just a simple housewife. How could I possibly threaten someone like you?"

She knew the bond between Jasper and Haynes was forged in fire. Otherwise, Haynes wouldn't tolerate Jasper's troublesome antics as he did. Jasper had insulted her countless times in Haynes' presence, yet he never intervened.

Jasper was important to Haynes, but not important enough to split his empire in half. Even though the divorce papers demanded an equal share, Stella knew claiming half was a long shot. If it came down to court, Haynes would pull every trick to classify assets as pre-marital.

Neville had informed her that profits from pre-marital assets would be out of her reach. With someone like Haynes, a prenuptial agreement was a given. Her attorney might secure a small portion, but millions? That was a fantasy.

Watching Haynes' rigid, handsome face, Stella continued, "This time, Jasper's antics with Rachel have angered Mr. Burton. He's refusing to treat Rachel…"

Before she could finish, Haynes clamped his hand around her jaw, his eyes frigid as the Arctic.