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"Oh, right. Ashford University is hosting an academic symposium in a couple of days. If you're free, I can bring you along."At those words, Stellar’s usually calm eyes lit up with unmistakable interest.She wasn’t one to impose on Stephen, but she knew about this event.It was only held once a year, and the attendees were industry leaders from various fields—entry was strictly limited, and most people never got the chance to attend.Yet, Stephen was offering to take her.The opportunity was too rare to pass up.Tempted, she hesitated for only a second before asking, almost cautiously, "Really?"Catching the subtle spark in her gaze, a faint, almost imperceptible curve formed at the corner of Stephen’s lips.He gave a brief nod, responding with a low “Mm."He added, "You should get ready beforehand, I’ll let you know when the time comes.""Thank you, Senior Ward. I really appreciate it."As she reached for the door handle, something else crossed her mind."Oh, by the way, about the hai
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"Mom, what are you doing here? I’m heading out soon. Can we talk about this another time?"Percy assumed she was here to persuade him again to be nicer to Yvonne.He was beyond tired of hearing it.But to his surprise, Margaret’s expression was cold and stern."Percy, I need you to answer something honestly.""What is it?"Percy frowned, sensing something unusual.Margaret’s voice sharpened."Did you secretly give Stellar a huge sum of money when you broke up?""What?"For a second, Percy wondered if he’d misheard."Don’t play dumb with me!"Margaret tossed her handbag onto the couch and sat down with a huff, arms crossed, her face full of frustration."Stellar is now a co-owner of Élan Atelier! Do you even know what kind of place that is? It took me forever to even hear about that private boutique. “Every single piece they sell is handcrafted and exclusive—you can’t just walk in and buy something, no matter how much money you have! And now, I can’t even get through the door!"Percy s
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So, Stellar did owe him something.That thought settled him, easing the frustration that had been gnawing at him."I got it, Mom. I’ll find some time to ask her myself."…Meanwhile, Stellar had just arrived at Élan Atelier with Mary in tow.The moment the manager spotted her, he immediately came forward to greet her."Oh my, what brings the co-founder of our company here today?"Mary's eyes widened in shock. Co-owner?!Stellar pressed her lips together, looking a little embarrassed."Could you bring me the latest batch of design drafts I sketched?" Yesterday, after talking to Mary, she’d learned that her grandmother loved finely crafted hairpins, while her grandfather had a deep appreciation for tea.Since Élan Atelier specialized in handcrafted and custom-made luxury pieces, they carried more than just hair accessories. There were also handcrafted clay teapots and other artisanal pieces.And as luck would have it—Stellar could make both."Of course, Miss Rivers," the manager respon
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Percy went to verify his mother's claim, never expecting it to actually be true.The thought of Stellar thriving—owning a shop, living well, as if leaving him was the best decision she ever made—ignited an uncontrollable fire in his chest, especially when he saw that beautiful face. His mind instantly conjured images of her charming and flattering other men, just like she used to with him.The more he thought about it, the more the fire burned, fueling his rage until he spat out, "You must have had someone lined up already before we broke up. "A woman like you, who clung to me for years no matter how hard I tried to push you away, wouldn’t have just walked away so easily! You shameless—"Before he could finish, a sharp slap echoed through the room, followed by another.A matching pair of red handprints bloomed across Percy’s face, his skin stinging from the impact.Stellar had tolerated enough. She let out a cold scoff, cutting off whatever filth he was about to spew."I must have b
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Agonizing pain exploded from the back of his head, rippling through his entire body like a shockwave, as if his organs had been forcibly jolted out of place.Percy nearly coughed up blood. He could hardly believe what had just happened before his eyes. Mary had long harbored resentment toward this wretched man who had bullied Stellar. However, without Stellar’s permission, she didn’t dare to act. She had been holding back all this time. However, who would have thought he’d actually dare to break the priceless hairpin that Stellar gave her?It was a gift filled with Stellar’s heartfelt sentiments!So, Mary could no longer endure it. While Percy was still struggling to get up, she launched another furious attack, landing each blow on the most painful spots. Even the manager, who initially planned to call security, was dumbfounded. Stellar was completely stunned. She couldn't believe the elderly woman in front of her was Mary.Then, the sharp sound of something snapping ec
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"Sir, that’s enough!" This time, even the leading officer lost his patience. "I'm not lying!" Percy was on the verge of exploding. He was telling the truth, so why wouldn’t anyone believe him? "Wait! The security footage! The cameras can prove I’m telling the truth!" It was as if he had grabbed onto his last lifeline. But before he could feel any relief, the store manager immediately spoke up. "Apologies, sir. Our boutique offers private, custom services. To protect our clients’ privacy, we don’t have surveillance cameras inside. However—" At that, the manager suddenly shifted, adopting a righteous and indignant expression. He jabbed a finger at Percy and declared, "I saw it with my own eyes—this man was the one who attacked first!" The words barely fell when Percy’s face twisted in fury, his eyes nearly bloodshot. "Bastards! You’re all in on this! You’re conspiring against me!" He was so enraged he nearly lunged at the manager. But before he could act, the le
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Stellar nodded in satisfaction and gave the leading officer a slight bow. "Thank you, Captain Lee. I accept the ruling." With everything settled, she turned and left the station with Mary Warren. But the moment they stepped outside, a familiar figure was already waiting. Margaret stood there, her expression cold, unaware that Stellar had already refused the settlement. Without a word, she shoved a document toward her—a formal agreement, its crisp white pages stamped with bold black ink."Stellar, I’m warning you not to push your luck. My son gave you plenty over the years. If you’re not an ungrateful wretch, then sign this statement of forgiveness!" She was the one asking for a favor, yet she still carried herself as if she were the one in control. Mary’s eye twitched with irritation, barely restraining herself from slapping the woman outright. But before she could react, Stellar spoke first. "I’m not signing it." "What did you just say?" Margaret’s fists tightened
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"Our strength as women is naturally weaker than a man's. That’s why we don’t rely on brute force. “It’s all about technique—striking when least expected, with speed, precision, and force."She demonstrated a few key moves, walking Stellar through the motions twice."When you need to teach someone a lesson, it’s all about hitting the right spots. “These moves cause the most pain without leaving visible marks. The real soreness won’t kick in until twenty-four hours later."Stellar was a fast learner. Her sharp mind and strong intuition allowed her to absorb every detail of Mary’s demonstration with ease.Within just thirty minutes, she had already replicated the moves flawlessly."Miss Stellar, you’re incredible!" Mary exclaimed, stunned. "Not only did you pick it up instantly, but your movements are clean, precise, and completely fluid. You’re a natural!"She hadn’t expected Stellar to have such raw talent.It must be in her blood—the Rivers' blood. Strength was simply in her genes
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At that, Eddie clenched his jaw, then spat out a vicious threat. “Then I’ll go public with everything you did back then.”Back when they were close, he’d known all the humiliating details—how desperately Stellar had chased after Percy, how much she gave without ever asking for anything in return, and all the painful history with the Harlow family. Now, he was trying to use it all as a weapon against her.He thought that would be enough to shake her. That she'd panic, beg him not to bring it up. After all, those were old wounds—raw and bloody things she once tried so hard to bury. If they were dragged into the light now, it would be like tearing open skin that had only just begun to scar.But on the other end of the line, her voice was startlingly calm.“Go ahead. Say whatever you want.”Whatever she’d been through, it was still part of her story—a path she had walked herself.Now, she could face it without shame. She’d come to terms with her past, and she valued the life she had no
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Thanks to Larry’s heads-up, Stellar found the burner account and, sure enough, the screen was filled with venomous posts. The comment section was swarming with replies piling on, criticizing her from every possible angle.It was hard to tell whether they were paid trolls or just people riding the wave of attention.The more she scrolled, the colder her expression became.She could guess why this was happening.It was because she hadn’t responded yesterday.They probably assumed she was backing down. So now, they were doubling down, even bolder than before.From the tone and habits in the posts, she was almost certain it was Eddie behind it.“I’ll take care of it, Larry. Don’t worry,” she assured her editor.After hanging up, Stellar immediately called Julian.“Uncle Julian, do you know any media firms in the industry that handle troll management? I need your help with something.”After hearing her explanation, Julian agreed right away and quickly made the arrangements.Half an hour la
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“This time, they’re finally going to get what they deserve.”As Stellar said it, something seemed to click. Her eyes widened slightly as she turned to Stephen.“You… how did you even know about the comments on my novel page? Don’t tell me…”In that instant, a thought flashed through her mind like lightning.“You’re Wind Charm, aren’t you?”Stephen raised an eyebrow, the corner of his lips lifting into a slow, knowing smile.“You're only asking about this now?”That alone was as good as a confession.Stellar stared at him, stunned and at a loss. “You actually created a whole account just for me? No wonder you only followed my work. “You don’t even read novels, do you? You really didn’t have to go that far.”Thinking about his thoughtfulness and his quiet care, Stellar realized he’d done so much that it left her overwhelmed.“Your writing is incredible. Why wouldn’t I read your work? Besides…”Stephen eased off the gas, casting a soft glance her way. “Weren’t you the one who said a re
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"That's right!" The receptionist’s eyes lit up with admiration at the mention of her boss. "He’s incredible. About six months ago, he took on a high-profile case and made a name for himself overnight. “Since then, more and more clients have been coming to him. Not long after, he partnered with another top attorney and started this firm. “He has definitely become a major player in the field."Stellar was caught off guard—but deep down, not all that surprised.When someone had real talent, they’d shine no matter where they were.They were soon led into the conference room. When they knocked and entered, Xavier was already there, dressed sharply and wearing a warm smile as he greeted them.But the moment he saw Stephen beside her, the smile on his face subtly faltered."This is my friend Stephen Ward. He came along to go over the case with me," Stellar introduced.“I know. Mr. Ward. It’s a pleasure. I’ve heard a lot about you,” Xavier said politely, extending his hand.Stephen shook it
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As for where Eddie got the money to fund that operation, there was no doubt that it came from Tori.Stellar let out a cold laugh. “She really doesn’t know when to quit, does she?”After what happened at the signing event that morning, she had let Tori off the hook, thinking she'd learn her lesson and finally keep a low profile. But not even half a day had passed, and she was already back at it."People like her, shameless and reckless, don’t deserve any mercy. She needs to be held accountable," Stephen said, his voice resolute.Stellar nodded seriously. “Yeah. I won’t go easy this time. I’m calling the police.”“Just reporting it might not be enough. We’ll need a lawyer to press charges and make sure it sticks,” Stephen added, always thinking a step ahead when it came to anything involving her. He never wanted her to get hurt—not even a little.Stellar had the same thought. When it came to lawyers, one name immediately came to mind.That person was Xavier—the one who used to work clo
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If people were only criticizing her poor writing, Stellar wouldn’t have taken it to heart. After all, a thousand readers have a thousand interpretations of Hamlet. She couldn’t expect everyone to like her work.But the comments below were crossing the line."Isn’t this author the one all over the internet lately—Stellar Rivers? They say she’s an aerospace researcher, a painter, and a writer. “What now? Does she think she’s some kind of god who can split into multiple versions of herself and never get tired?""I’m guessing the author has already been swapped out. No wonder the quality’s gone downhill. Feels like she’s just playing the readers for fools.""I heard Stellar Rivers comes from some outrageous background—fake heiress in a rich family, raised in someone else’s place while the real daughter got dumped. “If that’s true, it says a lot about what kind of people her parents were. No way someone like her turned out any better.""I actually feel sorry for her adoptive family. The
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Stellar couldn’t help but laugh at the sight of her. “You know, that’s not how you looked when you were out charming guys. Back then, you were fearless. But when you were in front of your idol, you acted like some lovestruck teenager.”If she didn’t know for a fact Suzy had only dated guys all these years, she might’ve thought her best friend had a thing for women.Suzy gave a helpless smile. “Actually, when I was little, I was really withdrawn. I didn’t talk much, hated going out. “My parents were so worried they thought I might be on the spectrum and even took me to the hospital. “Turned out there was nothing wrong with me, but they still didn’t know how to help.“So I stayed home all the time, just watching TV and DVDs. One day, I saw a film where an actress played several completely different roles in one movie...”That was the moment her world lit up. She wanted that kind of life too—vivid and ever-changing, like the characters on screen who seemed to live a hundred different
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Everyone turned to stare at Tori, whose face had gone completely pale.This time, Stellar didn’t even need to speak. Suzy stepped up, unleashing her full acting skills. Her eyes reddened, her expression full of hurt."Miss Palmer, what did I ever do to you? Ever since you debuted, you’ve been competing with me for roles. "You even had your brother pretend to be the author behind my best friend’s work—when 'Star Luna' was Stellar’s pen name all along!"Her voice trembled as a tear slipped down her cheek.In that moment, she looked like a fragile girl completely blindsided—so vulnerable it tugged at everyone’s heartstrings."Oh my god, Miss Walsh is really the victim here! I heard her former agent even betrayed her and went to work for Tori!""She’s known to be kind and well-liked in the industry. How could anyone treat her like this?""I knew that guy Eddie was a fraud! Some people online actually believed him. It’s obvious now! ‘Star Luna’ is clearly Miss Rivers—only a woman could wr
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With Stellar’s skills, she was more than capable of defending herself.But since she was only there to accompany Suzy to meet her idol, she didn’t want to stir up any trouble for her.Just as the situation began spiraling out of control, Julianne, who was in the middle of signing autographs for fans, noticed the commotion and stepped through the crowd."What’s going on here?" The fans lit up with excitement at the sight of her. "Juli, someone tried to cut the line!""It was those two women…"Someone quickly pointed in the direction of Stellar and Suzy.Suzy swallowed hard, her nerves taking over. At that moment, her voice felt stuck in her throat. She didn’t have her usual fire, and no words of defense came to mind.Thankfully, Stellar stayed calm. "This is just a misunderstanding..."But before she could properly explain, Julianne’s face lit up with excitement. "Wait, aren’t you the renowned artist ‘Sole Light’? And also a legend in the aerospace field?"She had recognized Stellar,
