Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 217

He could feel her chest rising and falling with frustration. Everett, however, was in high spirits. He let go of her, adjusted his suit jacket with a touch of flair, and walked away with confident strides.

Once he was gone, Selena slumped against the sofa, feeling drained. Having spent so many years in the business world, Everett was as shrewd as they come. He seemed determined to make things difficult for her, and she knew she couldn't match his cunning. There was no running, no hiding. Love was just out of reach...

That afternoon, Selena made her way back to Brook's place. Derick, as always, was quick on his feet. The crowd of debt collectors that had been causing a ruckus outside had vanished, leaving the house enveloped in a tranquil calm, as if the recent chaos had never happened.

A servant handed Selena a cup of steaming tea, gratitude shining in his eyes. After all, if the family went under, they'd be out of a job too, and finding a steady, well-paying gig these days was no easy feat.

Brook had finally had a good night's sleep without the usual nightmares, and the dark circles under his eyes had faded, bringing back his usual cheerful self. "Selena, you didn't have to come all the way back just for me. I'm alright now, and don't worry, with Everett around, there's nothing to fear!"

Selena tightened her grip on her cup, wrestling with the decision of whether to tell her uncle the truth about her relationship with Everett.

Oblivious to her inner conflict, Brook kept talking, "Selena, it's obvious Everett cares a lot about you, or he wouldn't be protecting you and us. They say no marriage is without its bumps, but it's all about understanding and making compromises to make it work."

at your aunt and me. Haven't I put up with her quirks for the sake of our marriage? That's how we've managed to keep things peaceful. So, maybe it's time you let go of old grudges

hand, speaking earnestly, "When you head back, try to keep your fiery temper in check and make a good life with Everett. Your happiness

disaster had mellowed him, stripping away his previous impatience and flamboyance, and leaving him with a serene desire for a peaceful life. His

so much she wanted to say and so many grievances to air. Her uncle was the closest family she had, someone she could

moment, she

familiar surroundings of the villa, and the contentment in the servants' faces, and her throat tightened. She found herself unable

compromise could bring peace to her loved ones, maybe it was

being the dutiful and compliant Mrs. Bennett, hadn't she? That evening, Selena decided to cook, preparing

delicious aromas wafting through the air

and welcoming. "You're back. Go change, and

eyebrow; this scene

the past three years, Mrs. Bennett had taken care of him just

mood lifted even more. He could tell that Selena had finally learned to pick her

to clinching the toughest deal in business, filled with