Chapter 28 A Bracelet , a Bangle , and a Blush Chapter 28 A Bracelet , a Bangle , and a Blush Jackson : " I know . I've got a good head on my shoulders . " He was his mother's hope - of course he'd stay focused on school , To Lucas , this whole thing was just a minor distraction . He was exhausted . He turned off his phone and leaned back against the car seat to rest . But his mind , without meaning to , drifted back to Stella . According to his brother , this girl who looked like Stella had a totally different personality , +5 Free Con The Stella he remembered had pride running in her veins . She'd never walk up to a guy first - never mind flirt with one He was the only one she'd ever shown even a hint of interest in . " Go to bed early tonight . I heard from Tina that you went to Ashford High today to find Lucas's younger brother . You're always accusing me of being lovestruck , but Lucas isn't some prince charming either . You should stop liking him . " Ethan parked the car in front of the villa , finally voicing what had been bothering him . Stella pouted . " Who told you I still like Lucas ? I don't . I have my own reasons for doing things . Stay out of it . " Sure , his sister could meddle in his business he didn't mind that But when it came to hers ? He didn't stand a chance . He'd known since they were kids : no one could change Stella's mind once it was made up . With one hand resting on the steering wheel , he sighed and glanced at the backseat . Stella had considered telling Ethan about Louis . But with the company in chaos lately , she didn't want to add to his stress . She had time to investigate herself and was confident she'd get answers soon . Unbuckling her seatbelt , Stella opened the door to get out . Out of the corner of her eye , she spotted a hand - wearing that familiar black bracelet - handing over several gift bags , She did a dramatic reverse and slid right back into her seat , eyes lighting up . " Are these for me ? " Ethan switched on the dome light . The bracelet gleamed faintly under the glow . " Who else would they be for ? Go on , open them . See if you like them ." Stella dove in . Bright gold and sparkling gems immediately filled her vision . The flash almost blinded her . There were two diamond rings - delicate , dazzling . Three gold pieces : a plain bangle , a puppy - shaped pendant , and a chunky figurine . Stella's grin stretched from ear to ear . " I love them ! Thanks ! You really nailed my taste . You picked these out yourself ? " Ethan would've loved to take credit , but .. Tina was sitting in the backseat . Her car had broken down today , so Ethan had offered her a ride home . 1/2 Chapter 28 A Bracelet , a Bangle , and a Blush . " No. Tina picked them . " Ethan told the truth . +5 Free Coins Stella beamed , twisting around to look at Tina . " I buew it was you , Tina ! You've got such good taste . Here , this bracelet's for She reached into the bags and handed the hefty gold bangle to the backseat . Tina shook her head . " I can't . That was a gift for you from Mr. Ethan. " Stella leaned all the way over from the passenger seat and slipped the bangle onto Tina's wrist . " Look how good it looks on you ! He gave it to me . I'm giving it to you - simple . Besides , I'm going back to school soon . You want me showing up with a gian gold bangle on my wrist ? " The cool metal settled on her wrist , but Tina's heart warmed instantly . Still , she hesitated . " It's too expensive … " Ethan's voice came from the driver's seat . " Just take it . Otherwise it'll look like I'm some stingy boss . " He remembered to include gifts for Tina every time she handled holiday gifting for clients - always reimbursed through the company . Tina lifted her head . " Mr. Ethan is definitely generous with me . But this was from Stella - she's still just a kid. " Stella lifted her chin . " Oh , I get it . You think I'm broke , huh ? Hmph ! Never underestimate a broke teenage girl ! " Ethan and Tina both laughed out loud . " Alright then . Tina smiled , I'll accept it . Thank you , Stella . And thank you , Mr. Ethan ." Her fingers couldn't stop gently rubbing the bracelet . Stella was so good to her - how could she ever repay her ? She'd work even harder . Make Starlight shine even brighter . Once out of the car with her gifts , Stella took out her phone and messaged Nathan to come open the door . He came out quickly . The handsome man was still in his usual white button - down - broad shoulders , narrow waist . Tonight he'd added a black tie , making him look especially elegant and untouchable . Ethan and Tina both got out to greet him . Nathan gave a warm smile and followed Stella inside . Tina frowned slightly and muttered under her breath , " No housekeepers in a place this big ? Why's Mr. Nathan opening the door himself ? "