She wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him, taking the lead for once.


    Her unexpected boldness caught Everett off guard, but only for a moment. Then, with a grin, he wrapped his arms around her slender waist and pulled her closer. His hand cupped the back of her head, flipping the script and deepening the kiss until they were both When they finally broke apart, their breaths mingled in the air, heavy with longing.


    breathless.


    Everett, still wanting more, let his hand driftzily across her body, as if fanning an ember ready to burst into me.


    Selena snuggled against his chest and looked up, catching the mix of desire and confusion in his eyes. She took her chance to speak.


    "Everett, I''ve been so tiredtely, and I know you have too. It hurts to see you like this." Her fingers traced the lines of his face.


    "I''ve always loved France. Remember our vacation there? I was so rxed and happy. It''s the perfect ce for me to focus on our baby and have a peaceful birth. The baby and I will be waiting for you in France. You won''t have to split your attention between us and work." "If you''re still worried, I can video call you every day to update you on everything-what I ate, what I did. It''ll be like you''re there with me, right?"


    She made it sound so sensible.All content is property ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Everett thought it over. Rational as ever, he had to admit Selena had a point. Originally, he had nned to send her to a quiet ind retreat.


    But then she got pregnant, and Margot''s unexpected visit left Selena struggling with nightmares and unstable emotions, dying their ns.


    Now, with all the chaos at Bet Corporation, he couldn''t be by her side 24/7. It made sense to ensure herfort and safety first, so he could focus on resolving the corporate turmoil.


    Even though he had made up his mind, his face betrayed nothing. He teasingly lifted her chin, "Mrs. Bet, have you learned to shut me up with a kiss now, huh?"


    She blushed but stood her ground. "I learned it from Mr. Everett himself."


    Every time they argued, when he didn''t want to hear her harsh truths, hadn''t he done the same to silence her?


    "Quite the quick study, aren''t you?" He chuckled, his eyes twinkling with mischief.


    Selena pressed on, batting her darkshes, "So, Mr. Everett, does my trick work?"


    He looked at herzily. "Not quite enough."


    What a cheeky guy, always wanting more.


    Frustrated, Selena dropped the act of being demure. She tackled him onto the couch and peppered his handsome face with kisses.


    Everetty back, letting her have her


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    moment, until he could take no more. Then he flipped them over," pinning her beneath him, showering her with his affection.


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    The next morning, Selena sat on couch, rubbing her sore back. Across from her was Alex, looking as sharp and professionally dressed as ever.


    She held an iPad, going over the details with Alex meticulously.


    Everett had finally agreed yesterday, but only because he wanted the best for her. Everything in France needed to be perfect before she went.


    Selena knew his hesitations were just excuses to stall.


    At such a crucial time, she couldn''t afford any slip-ups.


    Alex showed her three options: two luxurious vis and the cozy chalet they stayed inst time. He told her to pick, adding that if none fit her fancy, they could find something else.