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.

too. It's been a while since you've been back-want

you order," Selena said, handing her the

on the ground floor. As she came out, she noticed a familiar figure sitting at a nearby table. A man with a brutish demeanor stood before her, pointing his finger

Selena stepped closer,

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 it. Piss me off, and your family will get

brow furrowed

wanted this project,

for being the favored

as they seemed if they

remained calm, her eyes holding a hint of mockery as she looked at the man. "Oh? I wasn't aware that the Lowe family had the final say over this

retorted, "The Lowe family put in the most money, so, of course, we have the most control Your

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, you'll only have yourself to blame when you