Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 203

Chapter 203

Selena came to a sudden halt, her eyes darting toward the sound.

At the end of the hallway, Everett was leaning nonchalantly against the wall. The warm, golden glow of the sconce above him cast a soft light over his striking features. He held a wine glass in his long fingers, swirling it with a casual grace. His whole demeanor was relaxed and undeniably captivating.

Jaime stood across from him, watching with keen interest, waiting for Everett to speak. Jaime had a knack for sniffing out juicy gossip, especially when Everett was involved.

Selena noticed the slight curve of Everett's lips, a silent acknowledgment as he clinked glasses with Jaime.

Jaime, being a fellow man, got the unspoken message. He chuckled, admiration evident in his eyes. "Everett, I never would've guessed... Your business cunning is one thing, but your way with women is another level. Even I, who's been around the block, have to admit defeat!"

Everett took a leisurely sip of his wine.

sights on, and he was more than willing to use any means necessary to keep her close. Jaime, maybe picking up on

he'd do whatever it took to keep someone tied to him, though he'd never offer

was after

lit up a cigarette, took

remembering something, added, "I heard Margot came to see you last night, and then you let.

Jaime had a vast and efficient information network. He'd been the one to dig up

be on a plane today and never set foot in Newport again, but an early morning call had changed those plans. Everett's gaze dropped to his wine glass, his dark eyes giving

don't stay

she does,

at a loss for

Selena

go against a man as powerful and influential

in

forever.