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.

his guard completely! That would be the

eyes and let herself drift off to

and whisked Selena away on his

across from her as he

gave a casual smile,

married? I never had the chance back then, so I'm making it up to you now."

their marriage, he had taken Margot on countless trips abroad, tagging along on her global tours.

no longer yearning for it. Yet here he was, putting on a

on her face.

Everett and Selena checked into an incredibly

she wanted to go

Even after more than three years of marriage, she realized her

was like

springs by afternoon-Everett

it always felt like wasting time, utterly

watching her face light up with

what

that night, after

had naturally worn her out, but the thrill of

who seemed like a workaholic who