The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1095

But Foreman knew Stella well enough.

He could tell that, at least for now, Stella had no romantic feelings for Joshua.

Joshua’s bluntness, however, left Foreman feeling a little embarrassed.

Sensing the awkwardness, Stella quickly stepped in to smooth things over.

“Why don’t you let Joshua check the changing room first? If everything’s fine, he can just wait for me downstairs.”

Haynes spoke up, “I’ll come along with you.”

His work kept him busy, so he rarely had time to be by Stella’s side. He was curious to see for himself how Joshua usually protected her. Was Joshua truly watching over Stella—or was he just using the excuse of protecting her to get close to her?

Since it made no real difference whether one or two people went along, Stella didn’t object.

The attendant just stared at them, bewildered.

Stella was just going to change clothes—did all three men really need to tag along?

Joshua noticed her hesitation and reminded her, “Weren’t you going to show us to the changing room? Are you just going to stand there?”

Snapping out of her daze, the attendant forced a smile. “Of course, right this way.”

The four of them made their way to the dressing room door.

Joshua turned to the attendant and said, “You can go now.”

She didn’t argue, simply turned and left briskly.

Stella knocked on the door, then opened it after making sure the room was empty.

They all filed inside.

Foreman didn’t glance at Stella at all; with his gaze lowered, he left as well.

Once the room was empty, Stella rubbed her tired brow.

Joshua certainly had a talent for putting people in their place, but sometimes he was just too blunt.

…

Outside the room, Joshua noticed Haynes and Foreman had no intention of leaving, so he unceremoniously told them to go.

“I’m Star’s bodyguard. It’s my job to stand guard here. Neither of you are that close to her—so it’s better if you leave now. There’s enough gossip swirling around the party as it is; don’t make things worse for Star’s reputation.”

Foreman couldn’t help but laugh. “Make her reputation worse? Of everyone here, Joshua, aren’t you the biggest threat to her good name? Have you any idea how many people out there are speculating about your relationship with Star? Some even say you’re her kept man! If you’re really looking out for her, you should be the one keeping your distance.”

Joshua gave a cryptic little smile. “People with dirty minds see everything through a filthy lens. If those people didn’t make up nasty rumors to drive a wedge between me and Star, how else would they get the chance to get me out of the way—and hurt her?”