Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 651

Ava stood off to the side, chuckling with a hint of sarcasm. "Seriously, using a kid to get your way? That's low, even for you!"

It was crystal clear to everyone that his motives were anything but pure.

She crossed her arms, ready to send him packing. "Trust me, Selena's not thrilled to have an ex like you hanging around. If you're itching to cook, find another kitchen!"

Just then, Selena came down, fresh from washing her face, and caught the tail end of their exchange.

Before Ava could voice her complaints, Everett jumped in, earnestly addressing Selena, "Mateo was craving some homemade food, so I figured I'd cook here instead of heading out. Is that cool with you?"

Mateo, who seemed a bit puzzled, thought to himself: Since when did I say I wanted homemade food? But if Dad says so, it must be true!

He clung to his dad's neck, adding his own plea, "Mom, can Dad cook here, please?"

Selena looked down at Everett with a knowing smirk.

She wasn't born yesterday; she could easily see through his little act.

Everett, though, showed no hint of remorse. His dark eyes held hers, burning with

an intensity that seemed to swallow her whole.

Since their split, his gaze had only grown bolder and more daring.

sink to his

make sure you're out of here

Ava was taken aback.

couldn't help the smile spreading across his

luck, leaving right after dining with his

opportunistic. His visits increased

days, then every three, until he was practically a

demeanor, yet Everett's time at Moon Bay kept stretching

post-dinner to staying for dessert, and eventually

chat with Selena to figure

on.

that

on the swing, eyes on the sunset, gently

moving around's getting tougher. This pregnancy is a real challenge I'm worried something happen

at night. Evene

and I have split, he's still the dad. He needs to step

should he have all the fun while I deal with all the discomfort and

it

bail after the fun, leaving women to

up, Ava was ready to give him a piece of

Selena was relaxing on a chaise lounge,