Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 289

Every day, Callum made it a point to check in with her doctor about her health, but hearing it from Selena herself meant so much more to him.

"Much better," Selena replied with a gentle smile. "The baby's doing great too, so relax."

Seeing that smile slowly return to her face eased Callum's worries a bit. He glanced outside at the beautiful weather and suggested, "It's gorgeous out today. How about we take a little stroll?" Selena glanced outside instinctively, and the idea instantly appealed to her.

It felt like forever since she'd enjoyed the fresh air and warm sunshine. Honestly, she was starting to feel cooped up.

"Sure, that sounds nice."

"Great, let me get you set up."

Callum fetched a wheelchair from the corner, carefully helped Selena out of bed, made sure she was cozy, and draped a thick blanket over her knees before wheeling her towards the door.

But just as they got to the door, two bodyguards stepped in their way.

One of them, looking a bit conflicted, said, "Ma'am, Mr. Everett has instructed us to ensure you stay in the room and rest for recovery."

nosedive. "Is Everett protecting me or treating me like a

to

"Uh..."

bodyguards exchanged awkward glances, unsure of what

calming herself before continuing, "I know you're just doing your job. You know Dr. Campbell. We're only going for a quick walk downstairs. Nothing will happen. If you're worried, you can follow us from a distance." Callum chimed in, "Being cooped up in bed isn't

the bodyguards reluctantly stepped aside, letting

sun. The warmth was comforting, and

Nature's magic at work.

in the pockets of his doctor's coat, watched Selena. If she opened her eyes, she'd

the tenderness and affection

all over his face.

her content made his

was picture-perfect: her looking up, him looking

eyes, Callum masked his expression back to neutral. She smiled gratefully, "Dr. Campbell, thank you. I'm feeling

her mind kept replaying Everett's harsh words from that night over and

a fresh wound tearing open,

lingered on her still-pale face. After a moment of hesitation, he asked, "Selena,