Paid To Care, Destined To Conquer Novel

Chapter 296 Jack instinctively raised his hands in surrender . He swallowed hard , asking , " Hey , kid , just chill , okay ? We can talk this out . " Stella replied coolly . " I'm perfectly calm ." He had no idea what to say . 57 % 55 vouchers Stella looked away from Jack and fixed her gaze on Dexter . Those deep amber eyes were enough to make anyone's skin crawl , and she walked toward him with an almost chilling calm . Dexter said , " You ... " Before he could finish , Stella raised an eyebrow , her face blank .

She kicked him in the stomach again , and the pain was so sharp that it felt like his guts were being twisted up . Dexter let out a muffled groan . The next second , Stella grabbed Dexter by the neck and slammed him against the wall like he was just a rag doll . There was a loud thud . Dexter cursed , " Fuck . " ' Damn , that hurts , ' he thought . He forced his eyes open , staring at the girl with that icy look in her eyes . Dexter was stunned . Maybe it was just the pain messing with his head , but for a moment , he could've sworn he saw a familiar shadow in her face .

Stella said , " So your sister's a priceless treasure , but other people's daughters are just garbage to you ? " Her gaze was icy and intimidating , carrying a weight far beyond her years . Dexter had only ever seen that look in his own brother's eyes before , and it sent a chill down his spine . Stella gripped his throat with one hand , her lips twisting into a cold , ruthless smile . Her skin was delicate , the corners of her eyes tinged with red , and as her grip tightened , she radiated a menacing , almost sinister vibe . " Dexter , what if I gave you 6 million and broke your leg myself ?

Sound good ? " she asked . She chuckled darkly as she spoke . Everyone who heard her felt a surge of fear , because they knew this girl wasn't bluffing . She meant every word . Jack broke out in a cold sweat . He said , " Hey , kid , let him go , now Stella actually let go , and Dexter gasped for air , coughing hard . Meanwhile , Stella looked totally unfazed as she strolled back to the table and grabbed the 6 - million - dollar check . The next second , she slapped the check right across Dexter's face with one hand . " Left leg or right leg ? " she asked , totally brazen .

Dexter frowned , asking , " Are you out of your mind ? " Stella asked , " Left leg or right leg ? " 1/4 ||| O 11:07 Mon , Feb 9 D Chapter 296 Her voice dropped a few notches , bordering on dangerous impatience , and it made everyone's skin crawl . 57 % 55 vouchers " Kid , if you don't let Dexter go , I'm calling the cops ," Jack stammered , fumbling for his phone , sweat pouring down his forehead . Stella cocked her head , staring Dexter down . She said , " Fine , I'll choose for you . " Her grin disappeared in a flash as she raised her foot , looking realy to kick his left leg . " Ms.

Carter ," someone shouted . In a flash , the coffee shop door burst open again . Emerson finally showed up with his assistant , and the moment he saw the scene , his heart leapt into his throat . Stella turned her head . Her gaze was cold . As soon as Emerson arrived , Jack collapsed to the floor , feeling like he'd just had a brush with death . But then , a sharp crack rang out ; everyone stopped dead in their tracks . All eyes snapped toward the source of the sound . Dexter screamed , " Ah . " Agonizing pain shot through his left leg .

Dexter slid down to the floor , his handsome face slick with cold sweat . Meanwhile , Stella , completely unfazed , grabbed a tissue and meticulously wiped her fingers . She looked up and met Emerson's gaze . His face was expressionless , cold , and distant . " Emerson , I only broke one of his legs . That's me showing you some respect , " Stella said , her voice icy . She only held back because of Sebastian . Emerson was speechless . Later , he turned to his assistant and said , " Go stand guard at the door . " His voice was low , full of authority .

The assistant hesitated , asking , " Should we call an ambulance first ? " Emerson said , " Out . " Without another word , the assistant turned and walked out . Stella sauntered over to Emerson , hands shoved in her pockets , and stopped right in front of him . Their eyes locked , and she caught the flash of anger he was struggling to keep in check . " Your brother handed me a 6 - million - dollar check and tried to by me as a blood donor for your sister , " Stella said . She sounded bored , almost like she couldn't care less . Emerson snapped his head toward Dexter , his pupils shrinking .

He said , " Ms. Carter . " The anger in his eyes disappeared instantly . Even Emerson had to admit that the whole situation was just absurd . 2/4 ||| O r 11:07 Mon , Feb 9 Chapter 296 ' How did Dexter even have the guts ? ' Emerson thought , dumbfounded . Stella raised her hand , cutting him off before he could say another word . 57 % E55 vouchers Stella said , " Save it . I don't want excuses , and I don't care to hear hem . I'm not the forgiving type . If someone messes with me , I pay back every grudge. Your brother came looking for trouble , so I took his leg . That's fair , isn't it ?

" Emerson was speechless . To everyone else, Stella never bothered to hide the darkness and wild arrogance in her nature . The only person she'd ever compromise for was Sebastian . Emerson said , " Ms. Carter , I apologize for my brother . " Stella just gave a lazy smile , not saying yes or no . She glanced at Dexter sprawled on the floor . She said , " Relax . Just go home and rest up for a couple of months . " Hearing that , Emerson secretly breathed a sigh of relief . He'd been through enough with Stella back in Farronia to know exactly how scary she could get .

If she hadn't held back , Dexter's leg would be completely useless now . Jack , who'd been listening to the whole thing from the sidelines , was completely floored . He never would've guessed that Stella not only knew the Clinton family but wasn't intimidated by them at all . Maybe it was just his imagination , but it almost seemed like Emerson was the one who was actually afraid of her . ' Was this for real ? This whole scene was just way too freaky , Jack thought , totally thrown off . " Ms. Carter , I hope you can keep this from Mr.

Gray , " Emerson said , his tone sincere , but he stopped mid - sentence , realizing he was probably asking for too much . Stella gave a lazy smile . She said , " I won't bring it up . " With that , she grabbed her black shoulder bag from the couch and asked , " Can you take care of the rest yourself ? " She raised an eyebrow , barely interested . Obviously , even if Emerson said he couldn't , Stella wasn't going to bother helping either way . Realizing that , Emerson let out a sigh . He replied , " Yeah , I can .

" Stella didn't bother with any pleasantries and turned to leave , but then she paused , as if remembering something . She patted Emerson's shoulder and said , " Your brother can keep the 6 million meant for my blood for his hospital bills . " Emerson fell silent . The check was lying quietly beside Dexter . Stella tilted her head , saying , " And while you're at it , maybe get m some help for his brain , too . " Emerson fell silent . With that , Stella walked straight to the door without looking back and pushed it open .

The roar of her motorcycle engine filled the air as she sped off , oking every bit the badass . She walked away from the whole mess , unscathed . Night had fallen , and outside the Nova Group hotel , the entrance was marked by a striking calligraphic " Nova " logo that 3/4 O 11:07 Mon , Feb 9 DD Chapter 296 caught everyone's eye . 57 % 55 vouchers Stella ditched her motorcycle in the parking lot and strode straight into the hotel , heading for the elevator that led directly to the presidential suite . She didn't notice the tagalong shadow trailing after her .

The shadow kept its distance , pausing and moving , never quite committing to catch up . Until the elevator doors slid shut , Stella looked down and locked eyes with Cookie , the adorable little girl clutching a Lotso plushie . She was rocking pink bunny hair clips , a pink dress , and matching pink shoes . Stella sighed helplessly . 4/4 Editorial Board Editorial Board Our editorial team works behind the scenes to refine each chapter, maintain consistency, and deliver the best reading experience.