Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 709

That must be the scar from the surgery. Even though it had faded, his skin was so pale that if you looked closely, you could still see it. Just like the scar on his back from taking that knife for her—a mark that would never disappear.

Everett caught her staring at him, eyes fixed and unblinking. He smirked a little and strolled over, his long fingers playfully lifting her chin. "Have you had your fill? Or are you thinking of giving it a try?"

His eyes danced with mischief.

Selena's eyelashes fluttered as she snapped out of her daze. She took a step back and held out the clothes she had in her hand. "There aren't any of your clothes here, so wear this for now."

Everett glanced at the clothes, clearly meant for a man. His expression turned icy, and in a heartbeat, he seized Selena's wrist. In a deep, commanding voice, he asked, "Whose clothes are these?"

His grip was firm, almost crushing her bones.

Selena frowned, trying to pull away, but he wouldn't let go. Ah, that's a man for you. Even if he forgets how he felt about you, the possessiveness runs deep.

Selena looked at him calmly and suddenly replied, "A stranger's."

"You..."

by her bluntness. His dark eyes narrowed, and he tightened his grip on

her face, his tall figure looming over her, his gaze dangerously intense. "Selena, as the mother

had been so long since they'd been this close. His embrace was still as domineering and fiery as she remembered. Selena missed it, even wanted to throw caution to the wind and

affection from her would only make him push her away and assume she wanted something from him. She

spoke slowly, "Fine,

for me anymore, I won't force it. Finding another good guy to

she just went along with what

question himself. Were his memories accurate? Had they really loved each other like he

brushed his hand over her beautiful face, frowning as he asked,

couldn't meet his gaze, afraid she'd lose control of her emotions.

the past

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a sweet romance, perhaps they'd make up for past regrets. But she never imagined it would end up