The Unstoppable Comeback Of the Unrivaled Ex-Wife-Chapter 324 - 320

Joanna looked up expectantly, but a look of disappointment and surprise soon filled her eyes.

"Christopher?"

Christopher had his back to the sun. He looked like Prince Charming from the novel. "This is quite effective. Hurry up and use it. You don’t want any scars to form!"

"How did you know I..." Joanna had an awkward expression on her face.

She was trying hard to hide the amount of pain she was in earlier. It wasn’t because she was mentally strong, and it also wasn’t because her skin was too thick to feel any pain.

Instead, she just didn’t want to appear too insignificant next to Seraphina while everyone surrounded her.

"I noticed your facial expression wasn’t natural earlier. I figured that you were probably burned too, but I’m sure you have your reasons for not wanting it to be known," Christopher said gently, like how an older brother would. He made Joanna feel very safe.

Joanna sighed and laughed bitterly. Without realizing it, she was opening up to him.

"You were all so worried about Seraphina. I didn’t want to steal her limelight. Besides, I’m not the kind of woman who’d cry over pain." Years ago, when she lived in an environment full of love, she would openly express her vulnerability.

However, over the years, and after numerous experiences, she’d gotten used to being tough. She’d help herself feel better without needing a show of concern from others.

"Silly girl. Only babies who cry will get milk. If a girl is too tough, life gets very difficult..." Christopher sat next to Joanna. He was like a gentle autumn breeze. "Don’t think Seraphina is just a fierce girl. She’s actually very smart. She knows how to show her vulnerable side, and she’s also good at expressing her needs. That’s why we all spoil her rotten."

"I can tell you all do spoil her rotten. In fact, I’m a little envious of her personality. She can find friends wherever she goes. It’s too hard for me," Joanna said.

"Yeah. You’re very kind, but there’s always a feeling of distance. During the years you were married to Ace, we might have met very often, but we never got close. It’s such a shame, really." Christopher, who was the oldest in the group, was much more experienced and mature. Although he rarely spoke, he was the best at judging a person’s character.

"You and Ace are actually quite alike. You’re both very stubborn. Once you make up your mind, it’s hard for you to change it. What a pity you two broke up..." Christopher could tell that neither Ace nor Joanna had moved on from the other.

Joanna didn’t say anything. Instead, she unscrewed the medicinal cream and silently smeared some of it on her wound.

The cool sensation stung her wound a little.

Joanna didn’t make a sound. Instead, she merely frowned.

"Ahh, didn’t I just tell you that only babies who cry can get milk? You really need to know how to show your vulnerability," Christopher said with a sigh.

He had never seen a woman as stubborn as Joanna. She was clearly in a lot of pain, but she didn’t even make a sound.

"Of course, this is how I protect myself." After applying the medicinal cream to her wound, she stood up. "Thank them for me. I’ll be making a move first."

Christopher didn’t try to convince her to stay. "Are you sure you’ve given up on Ace?"

"Didn’t I tell you that I did that a long time ago?"

"I bet you can tell that Seraphina’s feelings for Ace aren’t purely platonic. She’s had a crush on him for many years. Now that she’s returned, she won’t give up easily..." Christopher was the only one in the group who’d discovered this secret.

Joanna shrugged nonchalantly. "It has nothing to do with me. I wish her the best of luck."

Joanna didn’t go home after leaving the Moran family’s mansion.

The ridiculous incident the night before, coupled with her burned arm, left her feeling a little troubled. Undoubtedly, it had left her in a sour mood.

She decided to only return home after calming down so that Nancy and her children wouldn’t worry.

After calling Nancy to let her know she was safe, she opened her contacts and tried looking for someone she could vent to.

However, apart from Clara, she couldn’t find anyone else.

Thinking about how Seraphina was spoiled by everyone, she suddenly felt a little jealous.

The worst part was that Clara had gone to Tahato for a vacation to get over her recent break-up. She’d only return after two weeks at the very least.

While going through her contacts, she suddenly thought of someone. Her eyes lit up instantly.

"That’s right. I can find him. He’s a professional at this!"

At eight in the evening, colorful lights came on all around the city. The wonderful nightlife in the city had begun.

Joanna had on a pair of black sunglasses and intricate makeup. Looking classy and cool, she walked into The Blue Inn, where women came to be served.

As usual, the atmosphere in the glitzy bar was very hyped.

A group of young women crowded around a stage while they cheered for the hot, dancing men above it.

Joanna looked around the bar. She didn’t see Isaac, the most popular escort there.

She patted the shoulder of a girl who was dancing excitedly in front of her." Will Isaac be performing tonight?"

"Of course, Isaac is the most popular of the men of The Blue Inn. If he doesn’t perform, how will The Blue Inn make any money? We’re all here for him... These handsome guys are only the appetizer. They aren’t enough to satisfy us!"

Joanna frowned. "Does he dance here every night?"

"He does. It’s quite a tiring job!’ A few other women also joined the conversation.

"I heard Isaac comes from a well-off family. He used to be a top student, but his parents died young, and he ended up dancing out here. He even signed a contract to sell himself to the bar so that he could financially support his younger sister in her studies. He can’t leave even if he wants to

"Ahh. I can only blame myself for meeting someone I want to protect forever at a time when I can’t afford to do it!"

"Isaac is too expensive. I can’t afford to look after him. I can only watch him dance and buy a few more drinks to support him. Aaahhh!"

Joanna couldn’t help but feel a sense of compassion after hearing all this.

"I didn’t expect Isaac to have such a sorrowful background despite being such a cheerful person..." Joanna made a brave decision on the spot.

She passed through the crowd and approached the bartender at the bar." Where’s your boss? I’d like to discuss business with him."

The bartender looked Joanna up and down. "You look like a rich woman. Our boss likes people like you the most. I’ll bring you to him right away." Joanna followed the bartender backstage.

The owner of the bar and a few other men were smoking on a couch.

"Hey, you’re here! Come here. Have a seat!"

The owner immediately stood up and welcomed Joanna when he saw her.

Mr. Moran had specifically instructed him to take good care of this esteemed guest. They were always prepared to welcome Joanna, and they had to immediately inform Ace should anything happen. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Joanna had a strong presence. She sat down on the couch and cut to the chase. "I heard Isaac sold himself to you. He can’t stop dancing even if he wants to. I feel sorry for him. He’s still so young, but he’s already stuck here. I can’t bear to watch someone with so much potential wasting his life away... which is why... I want to find out how much it costs to free him.

Name your price!"

"Well..."