Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire novel Chapter 185

This was the answer Selena never imagined she'd hear. Everett, of all people, was actually saying he'd try to meet her emotional needs. Hadn't he always dismissed her feelings, acting like Margot was the only one in his heart?

A whirlwind of emotions swept over Selena, leaving her heart in a complete mess. Her long lashes fluttered as she tried to steady herself.

"Hmm?" Everett's lips brushed softly against her cheek, waiting for her response.

For three long years, Selena had loved him without any hope. No one knew how much she'd wished Everett would just turn around and notice her, acknowledge her feelings. And now, it seemed so close.

She was almost ready to nod, seduced by the moment. But then, fireworks exploded overhead, bursting into radiant colors.

The sound snapped her back to reality. Her heart raced, but instead of speaking, she pushed him away, stepping off the Ferris wheel with haste.

Everett's eyes narrowed, irritated. He could tell Selena had almost given in. ‘Women,’ he thought, ‘always so wrapped up in emotions.’ Someone like Selena essentially lived for love and romance. She adored trivial things and called it romance.

If he wasn't trying to win her over, Everett would never be caught dead on a Ferris wheel. It seemed so childish to him. If his business rivals saw him, they'd have a field day laughing.

Success seemed almost inevitable. Who on earth decided to set off those blasted fireworks?

Usually composed and suave, Everett found himself cursing for the first time.

Derick, hiding while setting off the fireworks, suddenly sneezed multiple times. He wrapped his coat tighter, feeling the chill of the night air.