After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

Lucas responded in a calm, low voice, "You won't get that chance in this lifetime."

Selena huffed. "You better hope so!"

She lifted her chin defiantly and then playfully winked at Aveline.

Aveline smiled softly, a hint of exasperation in her eyes. When would these two ever stop bickering?

Once they arrived at the mall, Selena dragged Aveline into a whirlwind shopping spree. Whatever caught their eye, they bought-no hesitation, no restraint. It felt exhilarating to indulge so freely!

Lucas followed quietly behind them, occasionally making a few phone calls and handling work without missing a beat.

After shopping all morning, the group started to feel tired. Selena led Aveline into a restaurant across the street.

been a while since you've been back-want a taste of home?" Selena asked, grinning while flipping through the menu. Aveline nodded. "Yeah, I've been craving it. Let me

the menu before excusing herself to

came out, she noticed a familiar figure sitting at a nearby table. A man

Selena stepped closer,

do you think you're fooling? Everyone knows your family needs this project. My family holds the deciding vote, and it's up to me whose bid gets accepted. I picked you because I'm doing you a favor. Don't act like you don't need

furrowed

project, and they sent Jolie to

being the favored daughter,"

if they were willing to put Jolie in such a

mockery as she looked at the man. "Oh? I wasn't aware that the Lowe family had the final say over this project. Should I inform the other companies about

put in the most money, so, of course, we have the most control

his posture dripping with arrogance. I'm only talking to you about this because I like you, Jolie I'm even willing to cut you in on some profits. But don't push your luck If you keep refusing,