The Invisible Wife Turned Savage novel Chapter 249

**TITLE: Arrived 249**
**Chapter 249: Rumors and Trouble**

If Estella had possessed even the slightest inkling of what was about to unfold, she would have firmly declined the invitation without a second thought.

With a resolute step forward, she addressed the driver with a steady voice, “Please convey to Nathaniel that I will be transferring the funds for the bill and the flowers back to his account. And remind him, if you will, that our divorce has been finalized for quite some time now. I refuse to accept any favors from him. You are free to leave.”

Her words hung in the air, a clear dismissal wrapped in polite formality. She then offered a brief nod to her classmates, a silent farewell that seemed to echo with finality.

The group stood in stunned silence, their expressions a mixture of disbelief and intrigue. So, Estella was indeed divorced—but even her ex-husband couldn’t seem to let her go.

As they observed the luxury car and its polished chauffeur, it became evident that Nathaniel hailed from a powerful lineage. The same classmates who had recently cast envious glances at Mindy were now whispering amongst themselves, their attention shifting to Estella with a newfound curiosity.

Those who had briefly entertained thoughts of pursuing Estella quickly reconsidered their ambitions. If a wealthy ex-husband couldn’t win her back, what chance did they stand?

Mindy’s expression tightened, a flicker of jealousy igniting within her. A sudden realization struck her—Estella’s art center was modest in size. If Estella truly had a rich and devoted ex-husband, wouldn’t he have provided her with a substantial divorce settlement? And if she was genuinely starting a business, wouldn’t he have offered his support?

A smirk crept onto Mindy’s lips. Clearly, this was nothing more than an elaborate ruse. After all, the internet was rife with examples of people flaunting rented luxury vehicles and employing actors for their own agendas.

Estella must have orchestrated this entire scene just to undermine her.

Mindy scoffed, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “Estella, you must have drained your wallet renting that car and hiring this driver. All for the sake of embarrassing me? You’re truly willing to squander money. If you really had a wealthy ex-husband, wouldn’t you have received a hefty sum in the divorce? Why are you still donning cheap attire and toting a knock-off bag? And let’s not forget, you’re still running that small start-up, aren’t you? If your ex truly cared for you, would he allow you to struggle?”

“Stop pretending. You’re obviously just trying to target me, right? Sure, we’ve had our spats in the past, but do you really need to put on such a show to fool everyone? It’s downright pathetic.”

She pivoted toward the chauffeur, her eyes narrowing. “And you—are you genuinely a driver for a wealthy man? Hah! Then enlighten us, who do you work for? I know plenty of the big names in Javerton. Go on—what’s this Mr. Hartwell’s full name?”

The driver blinked, taken aback by her hostility, yet he responded with sincerity. “Our Mr. Hartwell’s full name is Nathaniel…”

Mindy erupted into laughter, her voice ringing with mockery. “Oh, Nathaniel Hartwell? I know him. I’ve never heard of him being married. And isn’t he about to tie the knot with the eldest daughter of the Monroe family? Haven’t you read the news? If you’re going to weave a tale, at least do your homework. Estella, someone like Mr. Hartwell is far beyond your reach.”

As her words settled in, several classmates pulled out their phones, eager to verify her claims.

Sure enough, the headlines were abundant, linking Nathaniel to Isabelle, but there was not a whisper connecting him to Estella. If he truly cherished her, wouldn’t there be some evidence of it?

“Estella, it must sting to be exposed, huh? Stop fabricating stories. I know you’ve always dreamed of marrying into wealth, but it doesn’t work that way.”

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