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.

play along, gain his trust, and get him to drop his guard completely! That would be the best setup for her eventual

and let herself drift off to sleep, feeling

his schedule and whisked

his handsome face across from her as he

a casual smile,

we got married? I never had the chance back then, so I'm making it up to you

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

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

on her face. "Great, it's

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

go in the

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

like

in hot springs by afternoon-Everett hadn't indulged

always felt like wasting time,

by his side, watching her face light up with genuine joy, he oddly felt

what life is

that night, after a

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

who barely stepped outside, was

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