Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 376

Selena couldn't help but scoff inwardly. Life wasn't just about remembering the good times and ignoring the bad. She had been foolish in the name of love one too many times; there was no way she was going to make the same mistake again with a man who didn't love

her back.

But for her son, she needed to learn how to navigate this situation, to break free from this cage.

She forced a smile, giving a small nod. The words that went against her heart felt like they'd attract a lightning bolt if she said them out loud.

Everett wasn't fooled by her reluctance. He knew Selena was naturally stubborn. If she had just given in easily, she wouldn't be Selena.

"Mrs. Bennett, you know I'm a businessman. I don't make losing deals. If you're going to agree to this deal with me, you need to follow through. Don't let me down, alright?"

His long fingers tilted Selena's chin up, his tone almost like a lover's whisper, yet it sent chills down her spine. His dark eyes were deep, like whirlpools that could pull you in with just one look-dangerous and mesmerizing.

mountain flower, but underneath it all, he was nothing but a scoundrel. It took her ages to see his true colors, or she never would have married

to the internet again.

torture-every day dragged on without the simple act of scrolling through her

mostly asking where she was and why she'd gone silent, expressing concern. She replied

and possessive. She had to tread carefully, afraid of causing more trouble. She was desperate to know how her baby was doing or to see her child via video call. Photos weren't enough to quell her intense

heading to the

early. Selena had planned to wait until he left,

by him before

voice was still thick

finally let her guard down and

coming with me to

drag me along?

rolled over, curling back into the comfort

with no freedom, yet now that I'm offering to take you