Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 163

Her voice was soft, almost like she was just making a casual observation. Without waiting for him to reply, she answered her own question.

"You never did. If you had ever seen me as your wife, you wouldn't have brushed aside my feelings and thoughts. You wouldn't have treated me however you wanted, embarrassing me in front of others. To you, I'm just a convenience when you're in need," she said, a wry smile on her lips. "Everett, if you want something, make it quick. Don't waste my time."

She lifted her hands, wrapping them around his neck, and kissed him.

What should have been a passionate moment turned into a mechanical routine. Everett's body was still heated, but his heartfelt disappointment was empty. After a moment, he finally pulled away, saying, "Selena, you win."

With that, he got up, stormed into the bathroom, and turned on the shower. The cold water cascaded down, droplets running along his hair and cheeks.

He leaned against the wall, Selena's words echoing in his mind, the light in his eyes flickering.

...

It took Selena a while to compose herself and get out of bed.

Gazing at her reflection in the vanity mirror, she saw new marks on her neck and chest, layered over those from the day before. It was a disheartening sight. Muttering curses under her breath, she changed into a turtleneck sweater and a long skirt, finally managing to cover the marks.

Joy was on the sofa, staring blankly at the

Joy. I had some things to handle. Did you wait long?" she asked,

up at

in her demeanor and the slight swelling of

so awkward earlier, hesitating as she

curled slightly before she relaxed them and smiled, pretending to know nothing. "Oh, it wasn't long. It's my fault for dropping by out of the blue." She took a sip from her cup as if to

it's cold. I'll have Ava bring

it. I'm actually quite thirsty, and cold tea hits the spot," Joy replied, downing the

asked

why did you come by?" Selena asked, taking a

hard time,

the fading but still slightly swollen handprint.

her eyes.

fast one

to come

OV

Unbelievable!"

been caught. Assault, drugging, and