Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 605

Selena found herself wrapped in his arms, listening to the rapid thud of his heartbeat—a clear sign of how much he cared. She took a deep breath and closed her eyes for a moment.

Instead of dwelling on the issue, she lifted her head from his chest and said, "Everett, you're really late, and I'm upset about it."

"If you'd been just a few seconds later, our anniversary would've slipped by. You know that, right?" Without genuine intention, it would've been better not to celebrate at all. Expectations only lead to disappointment. But to offer hope and then shatter it-that's just too cruel.

"I'm sorry, Selena. It's all my fault..."

Tonight, Everett's demeanor was unusually gentle, making it hard for her to stay mad. The night was already late, and the fancy dinner she'd prepared was cold, so Everett had someone quickly whip up some pasta for them.

They ate together under the dazzling fireworks. Selena, mindful of her diet, picked at her food, while Everett, genuinely hungry, devoured his portion and finished off hers as well.

Afterwards, instead of heading back to Crescent Bay, Everett drove them to a swanky six-star hotel suite. As they walked in, the room was decked out with decorations, clearly set up ahead of time.

Everett wrapped his strong arms around Selena from behind, his lips brushing her ear as he spoke in a low, melodic voice, "Selena, on such a special day, I want a night that's just ours."

made Selena uneasy. The last close call with their son had led her

cheeks to warm. She wasn't as quick to get into the mood

fact, he chimed in, "Great idea, let's

Selena: "..."

wasn't what she

actual intentions. He took it his way, scooping her up and carrying her to the

a small soaking tub and walls made of two-way mirrored glass, offering a view

outside, Selena felt a bit uneasy a mental block about

setup. As soon as she was in the water, she

slender ankle and pulling her onto his lap, leaning in to

completely private, and besides, isn't

did love a bit

her from relaxing. Everett playfully swatted her backside, making her

hotter than the steamy

me make it up to you,