Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 379

The man couldn't help but chuckle, his long fingers playfully tapping her upturned nose. "Alright, just for you, my little treasure hunter!"

Only then did Selena's smile finally break free.

That evening, Everett pulled Selena into his arms, drifting into a deep sleep together.

As she listened to his steady, rhythmic breathing, her thick eyelashes fluttered gently before she slowly opened her eyes.

Never underestimate your opponent-this was a lesson she had learned from her years of chasing stories.

Back then, she had walked out of the club's grand doors without a hitch, just a step away from flagging down a taxi to make her escape. But then, a sudden chill ran down her spine. Was Everett's slip-up tonight a mere accident, or was it on purpose?

Clearly, it was the latter.

He was always so deep and methodical, a master at playing with people's emotions. There was no way he'd leave such an obvious gap in his defenses.

This was just a test.

She reckoned she wouldn't get far before being caught, and then... well, what awaited her would likely be even harsher.

get him to drop his guard completely! That would be the best setup

eyes and let

day, Everett cleared his schedule and whisked Selena away on his private

aback, staring at his handsome face across from her as he sipped his coffee. "Why are

a casual

added casually, "Remember how you always wanted to go on a honeymoon after we got married? I never had the chance back then, so I'm making it up to you now." Never had

countless trips abroad, tagging along on her global tours. When did he ever not have the

couldn't care less, no longer yearning for it. Yet

scoffed, though she kept a smile on her face. "Great, it's been ages since I last went

for its vacation spots, boasting beautiful landscapes and fresh air. Everett and Selena checked into an incredibly luxurious castle, one of his

she wanted to go in the future, she

she realized her understanding of him was only skin-deep. No wonder those women, including Margot, clung to him like their lives

was like

springs by afternoon-Everett hadn't

always felt like wasting time, utterly

side, watching her face light up with genuine joy, he oddly felt it wasn't

what life is

night, after

worn her out, but the thrill of it all

who barely stepped outside, was in