Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 621 When she woke up that morning and saw the empty room, Selena's heart sank with disappointment. She took the elevator up, and as soon as she walked into the room, she went straight to her suitcase, snapping it shut and pulling up the zipper.

Out of nowhere, a man's hand pressed down on the suitcase, stopping her. He wrapped his strong arms around her from behind, holding her firmly. His voice was rough, tinged with urgency and helplessness. "Selena, please, don't do this...

His familiar scent surrounded her, and Selena felt a dull ache in her heart. How could she be so vulnerable, still hurting because of him? She didn't resist, letting him hold her, but her voice was soft as she said, "Everett, I'm exhausted."

"Whether you explain or not doesn't matter anymore..."

But Everett wouldn't let her finish. Sensing the chill in her heart, he interrupted, desperate, "Selena, trust me, there's nothing going on between Yasmine and me!"

"My heart is completely yours!"

all this trouble? With his status, no one could stop him from doing whatever he pleased. Yet, all he

The sun was shining in a clear blue sky. It should have been a perfect day for

here, she had planned to tell Everett that their Haley was on the way, and next year, they could welcome a little dragon baby. She also thought about the famous Lovers' Bridge in Paris, where couples lock a padlock to promise everlasting love. Even though it was

even prepared a gift

saw her

keep things fair. She teased him about competing with

him and one for herself, matching couple's designs, hoping they'd wear them together for a Christmas stroll. She dreamed of such lovely things. Yet, he had

she was grateful her back was to him,

loyalty, but Selena didn't take in a word. She