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When Carina saw Ethan and Kaylyn, her brows furrowed, and a look of disgust flashed in her
eyes.
She said coldly, “The violin isn’t for sale.”
Kaylyn’s expression shifted slightly, her gaze quickly landing on Stella, who stood beside Carina.
Compared to Kaylyn’s delicate and pretty looks, Stella appeared more dignified and elegant.
With her classic oval face, gentle features, and sparkling eyes, she looked like a beauty in an ancient painting.
The moment Kaylyn saw Stella, a glimmer of darkness appeared in her eyes.
She quickly approached Stella, looking at her with a pleading expression.
“Ms. Sutton, is the ‘Midsummer Night Star‘ your friend’s? Could you ask your friend to lend me this violin for a while?
“Ethan and I were brought together by the violin.
“I was practicing in the backyard, and Ethan was drawn to my music. He found me, and that was how we got together… He loves listening to me play the violin.
“Ms. Sutton, I don’t know how much time I have left or if I’ll even be able to hold a concert. But no matter what, I want to give it one last try.”
Whether intentional or not, Kaylyn lowered her head slightly, revealing the familiar necklace around her neck.
The light above reflected off the necklace, making it sparkle brilliantly.
Stella’s eyes stung at the sight.
She replied indifferently, “People die every day. Should I accommodate and give in to every terminally ill person who shows up in front of me?”
Kaylyn’s eyes instantly welled up with tears, as if she had never been spoken to so harshly before. Ethan’s expression turned cold.“Stella, it’s just a violin. Why do you have to be so aggressive? If you want it, I can give you another one.”
Stella looked at him.“Exactly, it’s just a violin. If she wants one, why don’t you buy her another? Why does it have to be mine?”
Kaylyn pleaded, “Ms. Sutton, what will it take for you to lend me the violin? Name your
conditions, and I’ll agree to anything.”
No matter what conditions she set, in the end, Ethan would be the one to pay.
Stella gave a silent smile.“Ms. Greer seems to have a fondness for my mother’s belongings. First, it was my mother’s necklace, and now it’s my mother’s violin.”
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Kaylyn looked puzzled.“I don’t understand what
you mean.”
Stella looked at Kaylyn’s feigned ignorance and sneered inwardly.
“The ‘Midsummer Night Star‘ was left to me by my mother. The necklace you’re wearing was also left to me by my mother.”
Kaylyn’s face turned pale.“I’m sorry. I really didn’t know this was your mother’s.
“Last night, Joel gave me a gift box with the necklace inside. I thought it was from Ethan, so I put it on. I didn’t know it belonged to your mother…”
Stella smiled lightly, “Now that you know, can you return it to me?”
Kaylyn touched the necklace on her neck, bit her lower lip gently, and looked at Ethan with teary
eyes.
“Ethan, since Ms. Sutton has asked… maybe we should let her have the necklace? It’s not worth upsetting her over something so small.”
She used the word “let” instead of “return“.
Kaylyn was implying that even though the necklace had belonged to Stella’s mother, it wasn’t Stella’s.
She was merely graciously yielding it to Stella because she asked for it.
Ethan, who already believed Stella was using the divorce as a threat, grew even more displeased.
Now, his face grew even colder at Kaylyn’s words.
“No need,” he said coolly.“Since it was given to you, it’s yours now.”
“But…” Kaylyn started to protest, but Ethan cut her off.
“Once something is given, it shouldn’t be taken back,” he said firmly.
Kaylyn’s eyes filled with gratitude.
Stella clenched her fists unconsciously and then forced a faint smile.
“Ms. Greer, you want to borrow the violin, right? Fine. If Mr. Dodson is willing to beg me, I’ll consider it.”
Kaylyn’s eyes widened in shock.
Ethan’s expression darkened dangerously.
“Stella, that’s enough,” he said coldly.
Stella sneered, “I thought Mr. Dodson would do anything for Ms. Greer. Now it seems… it’s not
the case.”
She used to think Ethan would sacrifice anything for Kaylyn.
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Looking back now, what he could sacrifice was all inconsequential, for example, Stella.
Having seen through it all, Stella felt nothing but calm.
She turned to the store manager standing beside her and said, “If I remember correctly, the authorization for this violin just expired today. Please help me take it down. I’m planning to take it with me today.”
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The store manager cautiously glanced at Ethan’s face.
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Stella raised an eyebrow.“What? As the owner, don’t I have the right to take my own violin?”
“Yes, of course.”
The store manager quickly smiled, “I’ll have someone handle the transfer for you right away.”
After completing the procedures, Stella took the violin and left without even looking at Ethan and Kaylyn.
Ethan watched her departing figure, his brows furrowed.
Kaylyn lowered her head gently, with a somewhat guilty expression.
“Ms. Sutton must be mad because you forgot to celebrate her birthday yesterday. It’s all my fault. I have caused you so much trouble due to my illness.”
“It’s not your fault,” Ethan withdrew his gaze, speaking plainly.“Go ahead and prepare for the concert. I’ll have someone bring you the ‘Midsummer Night Star‘ later.”
Kaylyn smiled happily, “Okay.”
That evening, Ethan unusually came home on time.
However, Stella wasn’t there as usual, with the meal prepared and waiting for him.
As it was dinner time, Joel also came downstairs for dinner.
Seeing the empty dining Joel showed a puzzled expression.
room
“Dad, didn’t Mom prepare dinner today?”
Stella had always been the perfect wife and mother, quiet, uncomplaining, and devoted to her role.
Ethan had no feelings for her, but he had always been satisfied with her.
Joel had a weak stomach and spleen and was picky about food.
Stella had always prepared his meals and snacks herself, never relying on the servants.
Ethan thought about the events of the day, his lips pressed tightly, a hint of displeasure appearing on his face.
She thought highly of herself if she believed she could threaten him this way.
“Don’t mind her,” Ethan said indifferently.“I’ll take you out to eat.”
Joel clapped his hands excitedly. “Great! Can we invite Kaylyn? I want to eat marshmallows.”
“Marshmallows?” Ethan was slightly taken aback.“Didn’t your mom say you can’t eat marshmallows because you’re lactose intolerant?”
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