Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 373

Everett's strong arms wrapped around her slender waist, the picture of undeniable intimacy. But just a moment later, he pushed the beauty away without a hint of remorse, leaving her sitting on the ground, her face a mix of shock and disbelief.

Soon enough, Derick came in, and both the unlucky guy and the beauty were escorted out, likely never to grace the marketplace again. Afterward, Everett's piercing dark eyes were fixed on Jaime, demanding a ride back to Moon Bay. Jaime wanted to say no, but did he dare? Of course not! He was terrified of becoming the next victim of Everett's wrath.

Everett wasn't interested in listening to Jaime's excuses. He simply hung up the phone and called Derick. As soon as Derick picked up, Everett instructed, "Put the projects with Armstrong Inc on hold, and demand a five percent increase before we discuss them further." Derick immediately realized Jaime had yet again angered Mr. Everett and silently sympathized with him. After agreeing, he reminded, "Mr. Everett, you've got a business trip to the Capital tomorrow. I'll pick you up at 8 a.m."

"Got it," Everett replied. Heading downstairs, he still saw no sign of Selena. With a slight furrow of his brow, he called for Ava to inquire about his wife. Ava, who had her share of grievances, couldn't help but reply with a bit of sarcasm, "Where else could she be? Just wandering around the villa. After breakfast, she went out to the backyard to soak up some sun."

a distance, he spotted Selena on a swing by the flowerbeds, her head resting

he walked over to her. His tall frame cast a shadow, blocking the sunlight. Selena didn't even bother to look up, sensing her peace being disrupted. She stood to

from behind, his voice low and close to her ear, tinged with a subtle apology. "Selena, about last night..." Just hearing those words made Selena's body tense

go!" she

her tighter determined to finish what he had to

rarely spoke such

response, he held out his hand, revealing a diamond necklace glinting in the sunlight. "I came back last night wanting to give this to you. When I saw it,