Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 200

Chapter 200

If Selena hadn't witnessed with her own eyes last night how he and Margot were wrapped up in each other's arms, she might have doubted herself, thinking she was being unfair to him. She tried to force a smile, but it just wouldn't come. Oblivious to her unease, Everett seemed oddly pleased by the slight accusation in her voice. "What's up? Did you miss me?"

"Not really, just curious," she replied, pushing him away to get up and freshen up.

She was so close that she caught a whiff of the perfume, and that familiar, nauseating feeling began to bubble up inside her again. If she stayed, she feared she might actually be sick.

Mistaking her reluctance for playfulness, Everett grabbed her wrist and pulled her back onto the bed. "Selena, I've missed you too."

up her

was after. By now, she could read the signs of his desire like a book. Biting her lip,

if he had just been truthful. Instead of being honest, he lied and seemed focused only on sex. Her mind was in turmoil, not ready to tackle their issues, and she certainly wasn't

Selena knew his persistent nature well enough. Outright refusal would only seem like a game to him.

dark eyes narrowing as he leaned closer to her ear, teasing, "Disgusted with me,

snapped, her voice rising as she shoved him

back, caught off guard. Finally, he seemed to notice her irritation, studying her closely.

she had to keep her composure, as his intuition was sharp. Playing along, she adopted an upset tone. "No, your work is

shadow in Everett's eyes lifted, replaced by a charming smile. "Mrs. Bennett, I'll take the

His tenderness and thoughtfulness

for a moment, that last night hadn't happened. That Margot hadn't gone to see him. That she hadn't