Chapter 277

"Thank goodness you had the foresight to install a tracking system in Miss Margot's phone, allowing us to find her so quickly. I'll get in touch with the bodyguards and the police right away." Everett nodded in agreement.

...

As soon as Margot fainted, Jimmy's focus snapped back to Selena.

Selena took a deep breath to steady herself, pushing past her fear. "Jimmy, look, Everett's been nothing but ruthless to you, and he's been treating me poorly, too. He's forcing me to divorce him so he can marry someone else. Don't you think we're in the same boat here?" "Absolutely." Jimmy nodded fervently.

"So... since we're on the same team, shouldn't we join forces against a common enemy? How about you let me go, and I'll help you figure out how to deal with Everett, okay?"

Selena's tone was soothing, almost like she was talking to a child.

Jimmy had a soft spot for Selena's gentle voice; it nearly made him melt. He was under her spell and started untying her.

But halfway through, he caught himself. His face twisted in anger, and he quickly retied the rope, adding an extra knot for good measure.

hair, lifting her face to meet his eyes. "Mrs. Bennett, Everett went to great lengths to avenge you, and you're still trying to

you three, I wouldn't have

hands shook as he touched the scar on his face, remembering his two friends who were killed trying to protect him. His face was scarred, and

flew into a rage, and Selena clammed up, not daring to provoke him any further. She

done; his hand moved to her throat,

crimson from

then, Everett's voice cut through the tension,

go. Whatever you want,

you! Even if you

give

over, I can help!"

CEO of Bennett Corporation, Everett had the resources and power to

slackened, and Selena coughed, gasping for air. Jimmy

I trust

you, I don't think I' live to see tomorrow. I don't want a comeback; I just want to see you suffer,

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