Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 679

To avoid upsetting her again, HaleySelena decided to host a small gathering at her place that day.

Brook showed up in the afternoon, and maybe it was the years catching up with him, but he was all about the kids, holding little Haley as if he'd never let go. Even Mateo, who usually got a bit jealous, couldn't help but dote on his sister, trailing after her like a devoted little brother.

Ricky didn't come solo this time; he brought his girlfriend along. She'd been his secretary from the very start of his business journey, sticking by him through thick and thin. Now, they were officially together, and Selena couldn't be happier for him.

Playing the role of the big sister who's like a mom, Selena picked out a beautiful jewelry set as a welcome gift for her. The girlfriend hesitated, thinking it was too much, but Selena wouldn't take no for an answer. It took Ricky's gentle coaxing for her to finally accept it.

Blaine came in fashionably late, but his gift stole the show-a winery in France. After all, a little princess deserves to be pampered.

Everyone quietly avoided mentioning family matters in front of Uncle Ricky. Without his love and support, Selena wouldn't have had the childhood she did. She was forever grateful and always considered him family.

Callum and Joy showed up too, bringing their own lavish gifts for Selena.

The last one to walk in was Alex. She handed over a piece of jade, claiming it was a token of her affection. But anyone could see it was worth a fortune, far beyond what she could afford.

Whose affection it truly represented was clear without words. But really, what good are expensive gifts if you don't show up yourself?

Selena accepted it with a cold smile. It was meant for Haley, and she'd keep it safe until Haley was old enough to decide what to do with it after learning its backstory.

fanfare, another

the living room with Mateo, catching a TV show, when she caught sight of it. Her gaze lingered a moment longer than

just excited that Christmas was around the corner and

that happen. She called up a restaurant to reserve a spot, planning to take the kids out for a big

decked out in festive lights, Christmas tunes filling the air, bringing a sense of

Haley were dressed in bright red

The mountaintop restaurant had

rolled special Christmas menu,

which

out

kids but with

Mateo wanted to see the fireworks from the terrace. So, Selena asked Ava to keep an eye

hand and walked out of their

strolled through the lobby, Mateo suddenly tugged at Selena's hand, exclaiming, "Mom, look,

pointed with his tiny finger towards a booth

the dashing and timeless Everett, across from a

Who was laughing a