Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 824

Alex was caught off guard and wanted to chime in, but a quick glance in the

rearview mirror showed his boss leaning back against the leather seat, eyes shut, pretending to nap. Clearly, this conversation was over before it even started. So, Alex clammed up and directed the driver to head to the restaurant.

Carolina had gone all out, booking a swanky private estate dining experience, where only a limited number of guests got the VIP treatment each day. Reservations were locked in for the next two years, proof of how seriously Carolina was taking this marriage and her fondness for Joy.

Everyone in their social circle knew Carolina wasn't a fan of the former Mrs. Bennett, Selena, who was never seen at public events. That was why Selena could never break into the upper crust of society's elite ladies.

In the cozy private room, Ms. Joy and Ann were all smiles, chatting away with Carolina, while Joy sat nearby, dutifully topping up their tea and listening in. Her movements were graceful and self-assured, a picture of poise-Carolina noticed it all. Raised in a distinguished family, Joy had that certain something.

help but remember Selena at family gatherings, always so timid —a clear sign of her modest background. Even after Selena tried hard to win over the Bennett family by mastering various social niceties, she

around why Josh was so taken with Selena. Considering herself of high standing, she didn't want someone she deemed beneath her to taint her noble lineage.

captivate her son so completely, she might have nipped it in the bud. But, thankfully, it wasn't too late now. Everett agreeing to this dinner showed he was thinking straight. A woman like Selena might be fine for a fling, but she wasn't fit for the esteemed

and Jiang families promised a brighter future. Carolina was

over this and then casually asked,

last-minute meeting. He'll be here

Joy's hand with a nod, "Your brother really must care for you to make time for this

in with a chuckle, "My son treats Joy like his own daughter, spoiling her rotten and giving her anything

protested, "Oh, come on,

as she said it, Joy kept an eye on Carolina's reaction, feeling a sense of triumph when she saw her nod in approval. Joy knew exactly what Carolina valued in her: a good family