The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 461

“It was Jasper who asked me to bring the sheet music over,” Stella said.

Rachel’s thoughts clicked into place; she instantly understood what Jasper was up to.

Finally, Jasper had done something that actually made sense.

She lowered her lashes, her tone apologetic. “Ms. Cameron, I’m so sorry. Something came up on my end, and you made the trip for nothing today.”

Stella smiled lightly. “No worries. Let’s just say Mr. Wilkinson treated me to a concert.”

Rachel laughed. “That’s right. Ms. Cameron, you don’t often get to see performances at this level, do you? Actually, to be honest, neither do I. If it weren’t for my mentor pulling some strings, I doubt I’d ever get the chance to attend something like this.”

As she spoke, Rachel glanced at Haynes, her expression tinged with genuine gratitude. “Of course, I have to thank Haynie as well for introducing me to Mr. Walden.”

Stella heard this and scoffed inwardly.

She knew exactly what sort of underhanded tricks Rachel had used to land a meeting with Mr. Walden, yet here she was, parading it in public, completely shameless and even proud of herself.

Some people really were unbelievable.

With a polite smile, Stella replied, “Ms. Pearce, I must say, your self-awareness surprises me.”

Rachel caught the sarcasm, but her smile didn’t waver. “It must be rare for you to get such a coveted performance slot, Ms. Cameron. Should I ask my mentor to introduce you to some opportunities as well?”

Stella grinned. “That would be wonderful. Thank you, Ms. Pearce.”

Rachel’s smile faltered for a split second.

She’d been certain Stella would never accept such an offer in front of Haynes. After all, Stella had been nothing but proud and unyielding lately.