After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

At that moment, Nathalie spoke up as well, "It's just a dance, Selena. Don't disrespect Mr. Brooks."

Her words implied that Selena was deliberately avoiding the dance.

Ernest's expression had already soured.

Selena glanced from one person to the next, her eyes reddening as tears welled up and began to fall.

"You've misunderstood me," she said softly, her voice trembling. "I didn't mean it that way. Mr. Brooks and the Fletcher family have business dealings, and of course, I respect our partners. But my foot really is injured. It's no big deal, though.

"Even though tonight is Lila's birthday party, and she should be the one dancing the opening dance, since Ernest invited me, I would still dance even if my leg was broken."

She paused, looking fragile and innocent, before continuing with a hint of apology. "Mr. Brooks, I'm afraid my injured foot won't keep up with your steps. I'm truly sorry."

up a few acting skills was a breeze. Ernest stood there, momentarily stunned by her tearful yet brave face. He felt a pang of sympathy and waved his hand. "If you're not feeling well, it's fine. Take care and rest." With that,

Lila. "Mom, Lila, as the daughter-in-law of the Fletcher family, I didn't dance with Mr. Brooks. I hope you won't hold it against

and their longstanding relationship with the Tudor family only added to their stature. As Aaron's wife, Selena's position was certainly not one where she should have to dance with

were, in

Selena's pitiful and self-sacrificing demeanor, the looks directed toward Nathalie from the other ladies shifted,

This woman was playing games with her! And in front of all these people, she couldn't

Fine. Just wait.

why I asked you to

to support Selena, helping her

she left, Selena couldn't help but let a small smile tug at the corners of her lips. Nathalie would have to

after her, a flash of resentment flickering in

"Alright, it's your birthday-be happy. Leave the rest