Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 166

For three years of their marriage, Everett came home to mostly fulfil his physical desires. Their conversations mostly happened in bed, and they never really had a genuine heart-to-heart like any ordinary couple. But now, the scene unfolding before her felt dreamlike, almost too good to be true. She never imagined Everett would one day notice her sour mood, let alone soothe her with such tenderness. Her eyes softened. "Okay, I understand." She accepted his kindness this time.

She agreed with Everett's point that overindulging someone could backfire. If Claire acted out more recklessly, it would only lead to more harm, bringing even more distress to Brook and Ricky. It was better to seize this moment for some serious introspection. "Selena, do you know how much I earn in a minute?" Everett asked suddenly.

Caught off guard, Selena instinctively replied, "How much?"

Everett threw out a ridiculously high number with a smug grin.

"...So what?" Selena asked, puzzled by his sudden boast. Was he just flaunting his wealth?

which means I've effectively spent ten times that amount on you. How would you like to pay-PayPal or Apple Pay?" he said, taking his time. Then, with a playful touch,

changed, but it turned

penny to her name. Even if she sold everything she

ask you for help. You did that on your own. You can't just charge me for it! And I won't pay!" Selena shot back,

"Didn't you say yesterday that you don't like taking advantage of others and that we should settle debts promptly?"

important to keep your word. Backtracking is quite unbecoming. As your husband, I feel it's my duty to correct these bad habits of yours to avoid tarnishing the Bennett family's reputation," he said, all righteous indignation. "Otherwise, I

signed with Everett did stipulate that she should uphold the Mrs. Bennett image, and if he pursued damages based on this, it could indeed

with such a sharp businessman was like navigating a minefield. With a sigh, she admitted, "I don't have that kind of money right now. Can I pay later? Once we're divorced, I'll settle up as soon as I get my share of

frankly, your credit's no