Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

The man's voice was rich and soothing, like a gentle breeze that softly reached Selena's ears.

"Are you alright?"

For a moment, Selena was lost in Everett's intense gaze. But she quickly snapped back to reality, her vision clearing as she stood taller, subtly putting some distance between them.

"I'm fine."

Even though her actions were barely noticeable, Everett could sense her chill and reluctance. He wasn't surprised; he'd expected this reaction when he made his earlier decision.

With everything that had unfolded today, he knew she was worn out. Although he had a lot he wanted to say, rushing it wouldn't help.

In a gentle tone, Everett offered, "Let me drive you home. The situation with Holt might take a while to sort out."

Selena was indeed exhausted, and she had more to deal with. The day was far from over.

She didn't refuse.

Everett's car was parked by the curb. They both got in, and Selena leaned back, eyes closed, clearly in no mood to chat.

Everett glanced at her profile, turned up the air conditioning, and drove steadily towards Moon Bay.

Once they arrived at the entrance, Selena murmured a thank you, handed back Everett's jacket, and stepped out, heading straight inside.

Everett exited the car too but didn't follow her. He leaned against the vehicle, watching her retreating figure until she vanished through the door. Only then did he take out a pack of cigarettes and light one.

The smoke drifted away on the breeze, slightly blurring his handsome face.

He let out a bitter chuckle.

It seemed winning her heart would be a long road...

Late at night, the grand villa was brightly lit.

All the staff were lined up anxiously in the living room, while Ava sat on the couch, fixing them with a stern look.

No one knew what was going on. They exchanged looks, puzzled and worried. Selena walked in slowly.

The moment the staff saw her, their eyes widened in shock, faces going pale.

A few, with less nerve, even screamed, "A ghost... a ghost..."

Only Ava, upon seeing her mistress, teared up. The plump woman rushed over in a few strides, enveloping Selena in a tight hug.

"Ma'am, you're finally back. You scared me half to death. Thank goodness you're alright."

Ava had heard earlier that afternoon that ma'am was alive and would return after handling things, with strict orders to keep an eye on all the staff to catch the traitor. But as the night stretched on with no sign of Şetena, Ava couldn't shake her anxiety, fearing something else had gone wrong.

Seeing her now, Ava forgot all about maintaining her authority as the housekeeper in front of the staff. She Cried like a child, tears and snot streaming down her face.

Selena's eyes welled up too. She raised her hand to hug Ava back.

This old lady... she was as dear to her as family.

For years, Ava had been by her side, wailing outside the operating room, believing she was truly gone.

Ava had been crucial in fooling Joy.noveldrama

Selena gently patted her back, soothing her, "Alright, alright, I'm here, aren't I? Stop crying everyone's watching. Aren't you worried about your reputation?"

Since becoming the housekeeper, Ava had always maintained a strict demeanor to keep the staff in line. Now as someone of status, she naturally cared about her image.

Ava sniffled, quickly wiping her tears, then led Selena to the living room to sit down.