The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 96

Upon hearing Stella's plea, Mr. Burton couldn't help but let a trace of smugness flicker across his face, though he quickly masked it with a dismissive tone. "Don't think you can butter me up with flattery and I'll just agree to treat you," he said.

Stella, earnest and sincere, replied, "Mr. Burton, what would it take for you to agree to help?"

Mr. Burton gave her a sideways glance. "If you're really that determined, you can work for me here, doing odd jobs. When I'm satisfied with your work, I'll consider treating you. How does that sound?"

Without a moment's hesitation, Stella agreed.

Mr. Burton looked at her with a hint of surprise. Initially, he assumed Stella was the one seeking treatment, but seeing her healthy complexion, he figured she was just another bored heiress looking for attention.

He'd seen plenty of those in his younger days, wealthy young women inventing ailments for a bit of excitement.

He intended to test her resolve, assigning her the dirtiest and most exhausting tasks. Whenever she made a mistake, he'd berate her mercilessly, even reducing her to tears on several occasions.

Yet, every morning, she returned to his clinic, unfazed and punctual.

After about six months, Mr. Burton realized that although Stella wasn't seriously ill, her sincerity and persistence were worthy of recognition, so he decided to hear her out.

That was when he learned Stella was seeking medicine for her mother-in-law.

It's rare to find someone so devoted these days, Mr. Burton thought, and his opinion of Stella improved significantly.

Through their conversations, he also discovered that Stella was married to Haynes O'Brien, the CEO of The O'Brien Group.