Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire novel Chapter 54

Selena said, "Why drag me into this when you're praising Callum?"

She was still married and had no interest in playing any sordid affair games like Everett. She had her principles and boundaries!

"Stop talking nonsense. Callum is such a great guy, and I'm not lucky enough to be with him!"

He was the type with a devoted heart, always loyal.

Ricky shook his head, blurting out, "How can you say that? If it hadn't been for three years ago..."

He suddenly caught himself, stopping abruptly.

"If it hadn't been for what?" Selena asked, noticing his odd behavior.

Ricky's eyes flickered with restraint, but he held back. "Never mind. I won't cause any more trouble or give Everett a chance to make fun of you, you can count on that."

"And... take care of yourself, too. When I graduate, I'll work hard to earn money. Then, I'll support mom and dad, and you, and won't let those Bennetts push you around anymore!"

Selena felt a sudden lump in her throat and a thin layer of tears forming in her eyes. The little rascal really had grown up.

She quickly turned around, wiping the tears from the corner of her eyes, and spoke in a faux tough voice, "Enough. Who can mess with me? Just focus on your studies, and leave the rest to me. Let's go."

With that, she got into the car without looking back.

...

Carrying her suitcase, Selena returned to Moon Bay. Ava, seeing her, exclaimed joyfully, "Ma'am, you're finally back to stay. What couple doesn't have their little fights? It all ends in making up by the end of the night..."

Ava had been with them since they got married. She was a loyal supporter of their relationship and always more anxious than they were whenever they fought.

When Selena was head over heels in love, she and Ava hit it off. Selena found her words sweet. Now, they were nothing but an annoying reminder.