him, making him look almost ethereal.

In the dining room, sunlight streamed in through the windows, casting a warm glow on the man at the head of the table. His features made you stop and stare-dark eyes, a strong nose, and a jawline that was both smooth and rugged. The light seemed to wrap around

Even though they were practically at each other's throats these days, Selena had to admit that this jerk ticked all her boxes when it came to looks. Otherwise, she wouldn't have fallen for him so hard, getting lost in what she now saw as her own silly infatuation. But seriously, it was already noon. What was he still doing here?

His cool, detached voice snapped her out of her thoughts. He scoffed, "You sleep like a log. Just a few days away, and your sleep schedule is all over the place. Is this any way to live a healthy life?" Selena just rolled her eyes. Before he spoke, he looked like a dream; the moment he opened his mouth, reality hit hard.

She walked over, pulled out a chair, and sat down, her smile a tad more forced than she intended. "Mr. Bennett, was there something urgent this morning?" Everett, not missing a beat, said, "No."

"Then why can't I sleep in?" Selena leaned back, lounging comfortably. "I'm all about this lifestyle now."

She used to follow the crack-of-dawn routine just to keep up with him. But now? She was doing whatever felt right for her. No more bending over backwards.

Everett frowned, his eyes growing colder as if he just couldn't wrap his head around her newfound independence or maybe he just didn't like it.

especially in the morning. Back in the day, even a hint of displeasure from him would have her scrambling to make

smile. "Do you hate

huffed, his silence saying

an innocent blink. "Well, that's too

in front of her. Everett,

meal and her appetite vanished.

just not feeling hungry.

out

With

up ready to leave.

darkened, and he slammed his fork down. "Selena, is the food here

over. I'm tired of it.

response was casual, not catching the hidden meaning in

felt a surge of frustration. She had just spent a few days away, and now home-cooked

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