Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 151

Today, she was wearing a cozy wool knit dress she had adored since picking it up on a post-college trip to Iceland. But now, thanks to Everett, the brute, it lay in tatters. Just thinking about it made her heart ache! Who knows if she'd ever get the chance to go back to Iceland? Lost in her own thoughts, Selena didn't notice Everett's frown at her words. He stubbed out his cigarette, his eyes shadowed with emotions that were hard to decipher. In a low voice, he asked, "Have you thought about what I said last time?"

Caught off guard by his sudden question, Selena paused, then remembered he was talking about the idea of having a child. Without hesitation, she shot back, "I've already told you, I'm not interested in having kids!"

Clearly, this wasn't what Everett wanted to hear. He leaned closer, cool fingers gripping Selena's chin, his gaze intense as if he were searching for her true feelings.

Selena met his gaze unwaveringly, confident in her truth with nothing to hide. Silent tension hung between them. Moments ago, they'd been wrapped up in each other, the air still thick with the aftermath of their passion. But now, Selena's face showed no hint of affection. Just as she had said - sleeping with you today doesn't mean anything.

had taken what she wanted and moved on, leaving him feeling used and

his grip on her cheek. "If you're thinking of divorcing me over that incident, I'll get to the bottom

just doing it for her

the thought brought her a

sati§faction. That night, the disgusting man, his vile words, and the heartbreak she had endured in the bitter wind haunted her for too long. Now, with Everett stepping in,

lips, Everett knew he had struck a chord. A slight smile tugged at his own lips. In business, understanding what the other party held dear was key. Whether through pressure temptation, or reassurance, he had to know how to soften them up and reach his goals. He was well-versed in this art,

structure, making her look innocent and seductive. When

apple bobbed as desire stirred within him again. His hand moved from her cheek to a more intimate caress, slipping inside the