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

eyes and let herself drift off to sleep, feeling

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

he sipped his coffee.

gave a

the chance back then, so I'm making it up to you now." Never had the chance... In

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

Yet here he

face. "Great, it's been ages since I

Everett and Selena checked into an incredibly luxurious castle, one of his private

she wanted to go in the

still taken aback. Even after more than three years of marriage, she realized her understanding of him

was like

soaking in hot springs by afternoon-Everett hadn't indulged in such

it always felt

this time, with Selena by his side, watching her face light

this is what

that night, after a

of activities had naturally worn her out, but the thrill of it all still buzzed

a workaholic who barely stepped outside, was in reality quite