Chapter 251

“Really now?” Stefan seemed conflicted, his lips curving upwards. “What should I do then? Should I crash the wedding in the name of love?”

Renee’s expression turned stiff for a moment, as mixed emotions welled up in her chest. ‘So that means he really hasn’t moved on from Cecilia Smith.’

In a way, her heart was aching for both him… and herself. She realized that their four-year marriage truly was a mistake from the start. Even without Briar driving a wedge between them, there was no way that she could’ve won his heart over.

His first love had already taken over his entire heart, leaving nothing for her.

“If you really can’t let her go, then have a good talk with Miss Smith about your feelings. As long as you do that before the ceremony, it wouldn’t be too late to change her mind…” Renee said, suppressing the bitterness in her heart. She acted as if she wasn’t affected in the slightest, even going as far as to give him advice.

“Oh, and, if you really do love her, don’t use such childish methods to annoy her. I could tell that she was very upset when we kissed. You may think you’ve won, but you could’ve lost her there.”

Stefan nodded with a serious face. “You’re right. Thank you, I’ve learned a lot.”

“But… this beach does look really beautiful, especially during the ebb tide. And there are a myriad types of seashells lying around in the sand. Why don’t you come with me, and we’ll go find some?”

“Me?”

“You’re the only one who knows about my true feelings. That’s why I need your help. I’d like to give her a surprise,” Stefan said. The arrogant undertone in his voice, however, did not sound like he was asking for help at all.

Renee was extremely frustrated by this. ‘What the heck?! Do I owe you anything, my man? Why would I ever go find seashells with you?!’ she thought.

However, she still agreed to his request.

“I can help you… for a price. Fifteen hundred dollars for each minute, and I’ll give you a twenty percent discount if we take more than an hour. And you’ll have to transfer the money to me right after, deal?”

After hearing this, Stefan chuckled lightly at the sheer ridiculousness of this. ‘When did this woman much? She keeps talking about it no matter the conversation! Does she need money that much?’

With the amount of wealth he possessed, Stefan was more than happy to use money to get this woman to ‘obey’ him.

’Deal!”

The two then immediately headed towards the beach opposite the hotel. This beach was known for its clear blue seas. Anyone who stood before it would feel as if they had been cleansed by the sea breeze, all their troubles dissipating in an instant.

“Hi, o’ beautiful sea! How are you?” Renee exclaimed as she spread her arms wide.

She loved the sea very much, and her mood was instantly boosted by the fact that she’d be earning money while enjoying a beautiful sea view.

Although the sun was shining bright above their heads, the sea breeze was cool to the touch. The temperature wasn’t all that hot at all.

Renee danced around the mild tides, feeling slightly guilty about this deal they had made. She turned to look at the man and grinned.

“Don’t worry, Boss! I heard this beach has a seashell called the ‘Heart of The Sea.’ People who find it will be blessed with happiness!”

‘Til make sure to turn this entire beach inside out to find it for you and Miss Smith. Then you can just ask her to get back together with you by presenting her with the seashell! You’ll succeed for sure!”

Stefan raised an eyebrow. ‘Then you must find it for me. I really wish to start over.”