Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire novel Chapter 669

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In the afternoon, Blaine showed up at the house. He'd already caught wind that Everett was set on protecting Yasmine.

In the living room, Ava brought him a cup of coffee, but he didn't even take a sip before diving straight into the matter. "What’s your plan?" he asked Selena, assuring her he'd back her all the way.

Selena shook her head gently. "No need, I'll be dropping the charges."

Blaine frowned, "You don't have to lose hope so quickly, we could still…”

“In Newport, if he wants to shield her, we’re not likely to win," Selena cut in, laying out the harsh truth. She was well aware of the influence the Bennett family and Everett had in Newport. Having been around Everett for so long, she knew the score.

Blaine understood too, but he couldn't just let it go like that. His expression turned serious, ready to argue, but Selena shifted gears, "How's your power in France?"

Blaine was taken aback for a moment, then it clicked. Smart folks always catch on fast. He leaned back on the leather sofa, a sly smile playing on his lips. "Just so happens, that’s my turf."

Selena caressed her belly, smiling softly. "That's good to know."

Just then, Mateo burst in from school. He ran up, careful not to jump on his mom with her growing belly, and snuggled into her arms, greeting both her and his unborn sister.

"So, this is Mateo," Blaine said, sitting up straight, his sharp demeanor melting into something softer as he gazed at the kid.

Mateo looked up, curious. "Who are you?"

Blaine grinned, "I'm your mom's guardian angel."

Mateo, puzzled by the term, made a quick connection. "Are you like Ultraman for Mom?"

Blaine chuckled, cradling his chin with one hand, looking every bit the sly fox. "You could put it that way, Mateo. You’re sharp."