Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Today, she was wearing a cozy wool knit dress she had adored since picking it up on a post-college trip to Iceland. But now, thanks to Everett, the brute, it lay in tatters. Just thinking about it made her heart ache! Who knows if she'd ever get the chance to go back to Iceland? Lost in her own thoughts, Selena didn't notice Everett's frown at her words. He stubbed out his cigarette, his eyes shadowed with emotions that were hard to decipher. In a low voice, he asked, "Have you thought about what I said last time?"

Caught off guard by his sudden question, Selena paused, then remembered he was talking about the idea of having a child. Without hesitation, she shot back, "I've already told you, I'm not interested in having kids!"

Clearly, this wasn't what Everett wanted to hear. He leaned closer, cool fingers gripping Selena's chin, his gaze intense as if he were searching for her true feelings.Nôvel/Dr(a)ma.Org - Content owner.

Selena met his gaze unwaveringly, confident in her truth with nothing to hide. Silent tension hung between them. Moments ago, they'd been wrapped up in each other, the air still thick with the aftermath of their passion. But now, Selena's face showed no hint of affection. Just as she had said - sleeping with you today doesn't mean anything.

In that moment, Everett felt like he was left high and dry, like she had taken what she wanted and moved on, leaving him feeling used and aggrieved. This woman knew exactly how to throw cold water on him!

Everett tightened his grip on her cheek. "If you're thinking of divorcing me over that incident, I'll get to the bottom of it and give you an explanation!"

Selena wasn't surprised by his response. She knew he wasn't just doing it for her sake. Anyone who dared to challenge him or the Bennett family would face his wrath.

Still, the thought brought her a small

sense of sati§faction. That night, the disgusting man, his vile words, and the heartbreak she had endured in the bitter wind haunted her for too long. Now, with Everett stepping in, that bastard would finally get what he deserved, and she could finally breathe easier.

Seeing a faint smile play on Selena's lips, Everett knew he had struck a chord. A slight smile tugged at his own lips. In business, understanding what the other party held dear was key. Whether through pressure temptation, or reassurance, he had to know how to soften them up and reach his goals. He was well-versed in this art, and applying it to Selena was second nature.

His gaze lingered on her lovely face. Her large eyes softened her striking bone structure, making her look innocent and seductive. When she was tearful, pinned beneath him, she seemed utterly captivating

His Adam's apple bobbed as desire stirred within him again. His hand moved from her cheek to a more intimate caress, slipping inside the neckline of her robe.

As he caressed her tenderly, he murmured, "Selena, let's forget about the divorce. If you want a child, we can make that happen..."

Selena snapped back to reality, firmly grabbing Everett's wandering hand and meeting his gaze with a cold stare.