Chapter 56
“Do you really think I can’t handle you?”
With just a few words, he’d comered her, and Selena felt rooted to the spot. Clenching her purse tightly, she forced a smile. “Alright, you’re the client, your call.”
Grabbing the outfit, she muttered curses under her breath as she headed to the bathroom to change.
In the car, Everett’s expression softened a bit, but Selena grew more frustrated. She whipped out her phone, furiously texting Joy to vent her irritation. Joy didn’t reply–maybe she was busy–leaving Selena’s frustration unresolved.
Dinner was booked at Bennett Manor, a property owned by Bennett Corporation. As they reached the entrance of the private dining room, Everett paused and tumed to her.
“What?” Selena asked, confused.
“Link arms with me.“!!
“Why?”
Everett explained briefly. “This dinner is to welcome Callum back. He missed our wedding celebration, so we’re making it up to him now.” Selena hadn’t anticipated this. As a young couple, hosting a dinner for his close friend seemed normal. For three years, she’d hoped Everett would introduce her to his friends to be part of his social circle. But despite her subtle hints, Everett didn’t budge. Once, she stumbled upon Everett dining with his friends and Margot.!!
She stood outside, stunned. As his lawful wife, she didn’t dare confront him, fearing she’d anger Everett and be cast aside.!!
That night, she cried herself to sleep and never brought it up again, comforting herself with the fact that at least she was still Mrs. Bennett.
Now, the moment she’d longed for had arrived, yet she felt no joy, just disbelief and absurdity. When she’d stopped wanting anything, his actions seemed almost laughable.
Had she known what tonight was about, she wouldn’t have come. It would only ruin her appetite.
“What’s with t the look?” Everett noticed her displeasure and asked.!!
Selena managed a tight–lipped smile. “If you’d told me earlier, I wouldn’t have come.“B
Not only did she not want to play the affectionate partner, but she was also holding back from giving him a piece of her mind. “Selena, remember, Callum is Gramps doctor and the person he trusts most. If he senses something’s off, Gramps will definitely find
out.”[
Gramps…
Of course, everything was about Gramps for Everett, the devoted grandson.
It
like a splash of cold water, and Selena inwardly mocked herself for feeling a flicker of emotion and hurt over his gesture.X
She closed her eyes for a moment, pushing aside her sentimental thoughts. Then, with a bright smile, she linked arms with Everett, ready to face whatever came next.
“Mr. Bennett, don’t worry. Tonight, Ill put on the same Oscar–worthy performance I do in bed, pretending every moment is genuine. It’ll be flawless!‘
