The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 2179

Although Stella knew the passcode to Joshua's villa, she couldn't just barge in while he was home.

They had no choice but to stand at the gates and ring the bell.

After nearly half an hour of relentless ringing, the front door finally swung open.

Joshua stood in the doorway, dressed in casual clothes.

His hair was still damp, indicating he had just stepped out of the shower.

Seeing Stella and Leonard standing there, he raised a dark eyebrow in mock surprise.

"Ms. Cameron, we aren't exactly close, are we? Don't you think it's a bit inappropriate to keep showing up at my door with an entourage?"

Not exactly close...

For a fleeting second, the image of Juniper flashed in Stella's mind, making her chest tighten.

But this wasn't the time to wallow in self-pity. She quickly suppressed her emotions.

"Mr. Gardner, we lost a cat. We checked the security cameras and saw that you were the one who took it.

That's why we're intruding. We just wanted to ask if you brought the cat back here."

Joshua remained firmly in the doorway, showing zero intention of letting them inside.

His voice was lazy and unbothered. "Not too long ago, a cat did actually scratch me."

Stella's gaze instantly fell to his hand, where several fresh, red scratch marks were clearly visible.

Joshua continued smoothly, "I don't know if it's carrying any diseases. I was just about to head to the hospital for a rabies shot."

Stella wanted to assure him there were no diseases, but she knew it was completely normal for someone unfamiliar with pets to want a shot after a scratch.

She replied immediately, "We take full responsibility for your medical treatment.

And as for compensation, just name your price. Whatever we can do, we'll do it."

Seemingly pleased by her cooperative attitude, Joshua's expression softened.

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