Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

He shot his sister a look that said, "This is as far as I go, sis. You're on your own now."

Claire pressed on, "Selena, I'm your aunt. Why would I ever steer you wrong? With Lydia getting a spot at Bennett Corporation, she'll be close to Everett and can keep tabs on him for you. It's all for your benefit! Don't be ungrateful!" "Really? Is this truly for my own good?" Selena retorted coolly, her eyes sharp as if she could see right through the charade.

Claire was left speechless.

Just then, Brook strolled in, breaking the tension in the room. Completely unaware of the awkward vibe, he chirped, "What are you all chatting about that's so much fun?" Selena thought, "Uncle Brook, seriously? Does this look like fun to you?"

With Brook's entrance, Claire quickly dropped her icy act, stood up, and took his briefcase and coat, saying, "Dinner's ready. We were just waiting for the birthday boy."

Brook smiled, "Alright, let's eat."

Everyone moved to the dining area.

After the meal, a servant wheeled out a cake and lit the candles. Despite Brook's grumbling about adults indulging in such traditions, he playfully closed his eyes, made a wish, and blew out the candles.

Selena and Ricky played the part of the party cheerleaders, one singing the birthday song and the other doing a little birthday jig.

Brook was touched, especially when he saw the fancy watch Selena gifted him. His eyes lit up like a kid in a candy store.

After slicing the cake, Brook handed a piece to Selena, "You've loved cake since you were a kid. Here, have the biggest slice." Selena accepted it, "Thanks, Uncle Brook."

took a bite. The cake was incredibly

something but holding back.

about what your aunt mentioned,

saw this

misty-eyed, "Selena, I'm really stuck here.

is a force

things don't go her

home. Please, for my sake, pass the

swnov

she noticed the gray hairs at Brook's temples and the tiredness in his eyes. Her

bite of cake and softly said, "I can't promise

faith in you.

to

between me and Everett, me passing the message might just ensure Lydia

Bennett Corporation.' Toot in

...

called again, urging her to hurry since campus recruitment was wrapping

is