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 level, Selena

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

Ava was taken aback.

the smile spreading across

his luck, leaving

not opportunistic. His visits increased from once a

five days, then every three, until he was practically

demeanor, yet Everett's time at Moon Bay kept

post-dinner to staying for dessert, and eventually even

a private chat with

on.

that persistence actually

on the swing, eyes

she spoke softly, "I'm pretty far along now, and moving around's getting tougher. This pregnancy is a real challenge I'm worried

at night. Evene

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

while I

it

the fun, leaving women to handle the whole pregnancy

showed up, Ava was ready to give

into the bedroom where Selena was relaxing on a chaise