Reclaiming Her Heart

Chapter 500 - A Willing Heart, Only For You

The day dawned anew. Selena had barely concluded her dealings with the Fair family's documents when her phone buzzed with a call from Austin. He proposed a meeting at a café, a high-end establishment, no less. Before venturing out, Selena made a point to pressure the court to expedite Madam Montague's settlement or cough up the due compensation. She wasn't about to let the painting issue be swept under the rug without a fight. Thus, she set off for the café. Upon her arrival, she found Austin impeccably dressed, a clear indication of the effort he had put into his appearance. As soon as he caught sight of her, he rose to his feet. "Selena," he greeted.

She acknowledged him with a nod, but before she could utter a word, he declared, "I'm willing, if it's you."

Austin was not a domineering man; he exuded a gentleness that momentarily reminded Selena of someone else. It was as if she was whisked back in time, lost in her thoughts.

As fate would have it, Austin had blurted out the very words that someone else had once said to her. "The moment I first saw you, I thought you were great."

Selena's fingertips lightly grazed the coffee cup in her hand, her lips parting to respond when a cup of strong coffee was hurled directly into Austin's face.

This café was not a place for the common man or prying paparazzi. It required reservations and was frequented by influential businessmen and celebrities. Upon entering, Austin had removed his hat and mask, revealing his face. Now, dark coffee dripped down his cheeks.

for the coffee incident: an older lady accompanied by a young man who appeared barely of age. It didn't take long for Selena to identify the woman as the affluent

for over a decade, having launched numerous big names. Rachel Dorie

a fondness for young men, which left her looking somewhat hollow. Her weight was also an issue, her chin marked by three layers of flesh. Spotting Selena, she

was neither a socialite nor an

surrounded by four bodyguards who chuckled at Austin and Selena's predicament. "Austin," Rachel sneered, "it seems you haven't

to a 'last time' caused Austin's complexion to pale. He lacked the influential backing to

shooting. To conceal his bruises, he had to cake on makeup, which looked so artificial on screen that he was heavily ridiculed for it. Even

he rose to his feet, intending to shield her

merely an ardent fan of Austin, Rachel Dorie commanded with a dismissive wave, "Come on, take her out and give her a beating. Let's see who dares to touch Austin after that." Austin was

café door swung open again, and Raymond walked in. Rachel Dorie's face transformed instantly, and she scurried over to him in a fawning trot. "Mr. Montague, right this way,

Selena and Austin and immediately veered towards them. Rachel Dorie was taken aback, but then watched as he pulled Selena towards him, quickly assessed her for any harm, and then released