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.

to his level,

object, simply saying, "Just make sure you're out of

Ava was taken aback.

smile spreading

didn't push his luck, leaving right after dining

was nothing if not opportunistic. His visits increased

three, until

yet Everett's time at Moon Bay kept stretching

post-dinner to staying for dessert, and eventually

was baffled and had a private chat with Selena to figure out what

on.

it be that persistence actually pays

eyes on

around's getting tougher. This pregnancy is

at night. Evene

he's still the dad. He needs

should he have all the fun while I deal

got it

to bail after the fun, leaving women to

Ava was ready to give him a piece of

walked into the bedroom where Selena was