The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1163

No matter what happens, you have to keep your composure and smile, never letting your emotions show on your face.

At first, it was exhausting—like walking around with a heavy mask I couldn't take off.

But over time, I got used to it.

Only then did I realize: if you wear a mask long enough, it starts to stick. Eventually, you can't take it off at all.

Maybe it was Nora’s careful guidance, but Stella always carried herself with an easy grace. Even if she cut someone down with a sharp remark, she never lost her poise or descended into crudeness.

Joshua echoed her words softly, as if tasting them, “If you wear a mask long enough, you can’t take it off, huh?”

A gentle breeze drifted by, carrying a subtle fragrance—nothing overpowering, just a breath of sweetness that instantly soothed the soul. Wildflowers of every color swayed in the wind, not showy or cultivated, just quietly beautiful and unexpectedly uplifting.

Scattered across the meadow, the blossoms looked more magical than any manicured garden. Their wild, scattered beauty left a deeper impression than any perfect bouquet.

“This place is wonderful,” Stella said, gazing up at the flawless blue sky. Her eyes shimmered with a lightness that hadn’t been there before. “Out here, away from the chaos of the city, it feels like you can finally breathe.”

Joshua glanced at her, realizing how much lighter her mood seemed.

Afternoon sunlight bathed them both in a warm, golden glow. Surrounded by the gentle scents of wildflowers, Stella drifted off to sleep without even noticing.

Ever since her hand had been injured, sleep had become a stranger. She’d tried everything—nothing worked. Restless nights were old companions, especially since Rachel’s return. Every evening brought new worries, and the taste of insomnia was all too familiar.

When she finally woke, sunlight still spilled across her limbs. She opened her eyes slowly, reluctant to move. In this peaceful, secluded field, her mind finally found a sliver of calm. Lying there, she wished she could just stay, unmoving, forever—free from the heavy thoughts and tangled anxieties that haunted her.

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