Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 271

Ava's smile froze on her face as she looked at Selena with a mix of grievance and hope. "Madam..."

"Don't worry, I'll give you a raise!" Selena replied, trying to reassure her.

Everett shot a look at Selena for deliberately opposing him. Her smile was charming, her eyes crinkling with delight, and the sparkle in her dark eyes was particularly captivating.

As he observed her, his Adam's apple moved with a sensual bob. Just as desire began to stir, he remembered her current condition wasn't ideal, prompting him to hold back his thoughts. He grabbed a napkin to dab at the corners of his mouth. "Take your time with your meal. I have to get back to the office."

Selena nodded dutifully.

He had stepped out from a meeting temporarily, leaving a boardroom full of execs waiting.

Everett rose to his feet. His large hand gently ruffled her hair as he spoke in a husky voice, "Take care and get well soon. Don't keep me waiting too long."

Selena's cheeks flushed instantly, a mix of embarrassment and irritation washing over her. She tried pinching his arm, but his muscles were so firm it was like trying to squeeze a rock. Glancing at the array of supplements, Everett said, "Ava, put the rest of those away. Boil one of those pills into a broth each day for the madam."

quickly responded, "Yes,

"I'm off then."

pressing a soft kiss on Selena's lips before striding away with his long

Ava's grin stretched wide. "Madam, Mr. Bennett is really starting to fuss over you. That car

it was being filled with countless little pebbles, sending ripples out in waves. Ava arranged

the broth for you?" she asked, drying her

and she felt a sweet warmth in her heart. She

taking the medicine, Selena drifted into another nap. When she awoke, the sky outside was dark, dotted with stars, looking

sight. She was likely

the medicine's effect, but Selena felt lighter, free from the heaviness and fatigue, and even

and occasional sharp stomach pains

a blend of rare herbs and concentrated into a life-saving elixir,

Kathlen had

Knock, knock-

knock at the