Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 377

The man leaned in unexpectedly, his handsome face looming larger in her view. With a playful smirk, he murmured, "No need to fuss over your appearance you're stunning just the way you are." Otherwise, how could she have captivated him so completely, leaving him dizzy with desire?

As he spoke, his slender fingers tilted her chin upward, and his lips brushed gently against hers.

Selena: "..."

She shoved him away with all her strength, scooting over to the car window, her disdain clear as day. "Creep!"

Everett wasn't upset; he just rubbed his lips with his fingertip, smiling in that teasing way of his.

He told her to catch some more sleep if she wanted, mentioning they still had an hour's drive to the airport, and then instructed the driver, "Let's hit the road."

The car rolled smoothly out of the villa.

Selena leaned her forehead against the window, watching the scenery slip by. The reality of it all made her a bit wistful, but she reminded herself this was just a business trip, not an escape to some deserted island. She'd be back; impatience wouldn't get her anywhere. Plus, who knows... maybe the Capital held new opportunities?

Initially, Selena had dismissed this as just a passing thought, not expecting much. But to her surprise, the chance she'd been yearning for was right around the corner!

investors at 3 PM, a video conference in the car at 5 PM, and finally, a dinner party at 7 PM. She was by his side the whole time, playing the role of his partner. Other execs brought their spouses too. In these formal settings, married guys usually showed up with their wives, and the single ones came with fiancées

closed doors, they had to maintain the image of a

Everett

of the Capital. Word had it that Josh's health was failing, a well-kept secret from the public but an open secret within their circle. It was

future under his leadership looked promising

connections that might lead to lucrative

beauty tips and gossip, strengthening their bonds. Some conversations were just easier shared

was the star of the show, naturally boosting Selena's status. The other ladies showered her with compliments, praising her skin, knack for charming Mr.

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