Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

"Selena, try saying one more word!" Everett suddenly snapped at her.

Selena was caught off guard, her heart pounding in her chest. She clutched it, wondering why she couldn't just speak her mind. Was Everett having his special monthly time as well?

Lately, Everett was like a walking powder keg, ready to explode at any moment, and she couldn't figure out why! In small towns like theirs, gossip spread faster than wildfire. If they started arguing here, it would be the talk of the town in no time. Selena took a deep breath, trying to calm herself. She spoke to him evenly, "This place isn't quite like the bustling Newport you're used to. Can you just make do for now?"

"No."

Selena felt her temper rising. This was the best bridal shop in town, and it was what it was. Why was he nitpicking like there was no tomorrow.

Seriously, as the bride, she wasn't even complaining. What was this guy fussing about?

"So, what do you want?" she asked, eyes scanning the room. "If you want to cancel the banquet, fine by me. We can cover the cost. Don't worry, I'll pay for it myself!"

After all, the neighbors had already witnessed her husband come home yesterday, which was enough to quiet them down.

her, pulling out his phone

6 pm, Derick showed up at the Irwin house with an

all too well. They were the ones who always did her hair and makeup whenever she accompanied Everett to events. She never imagined they'd be flown in for a small-town banquet. Well, Everett always liked to make a statement. Let him

they were thrilled. This showed that Everett genuinely valued Selena and wanted the

a makeover. Despite her age,

this sight. Suddenly, Everett's fuss didn't seem so bad after all. It had been a while since she'd seen her grandma this happy, especially after Selena lost

8 pm, the banquet

1.ned

inviting close friends family. But Everett went all out, renting the

and soon, a

bother with toasts from many high-profile folks, but tonight, he clinked glasses with everyone. And he meant it.

of the night, he was quite tipsy, barely able to walk straight. Derick had to help him back

the