Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire novel Chapter 51

She didn't know Callum all that well yet, but from their few interactions, she could tell he was a true gentleman—polite, gracious, and genuinely nice.

Helping out seemed like no big deal to him.

But Joy chimed in, "Selena, maybe you haven't noticed, but even though Callum seems like the perfect nice guy, he's a bit of an enigma. He's got this warm vibe on the outside, but deep down, he's a bit of a mystery. There's always this secrecy about him. Even though we all grew up in the same circles, I've never seen him show this much interest in anyone else before."

This caught Selena off guard. She wondered aloud, "Are you sure we're talking about the same Callum? The one I know has been nothing but a big warm-hearted teddy bear, always helping and trusting me."

Joy gave her a knowing look, rubbing her chin thoughtfully before blurting out, "Selena, do you think Callum might have a thing for you?"

Selena was taken aback. "Joy, what are you talking about? We’ve barely met a handful of times!"

Joy shrugged it off "So what? Can't he be interested right away? Love at first sight happens, you know. Besides, Selena, when did you start doubting your own allure?"

Selena was always a stunner, with those bright eyes and radiant smile. Her parents had adored her, treating her like their little princess, and she never lacked admirers. Confidence was practically her middle name.

Joy’s question left Selena speechless.

In her school days, her desk was often overflowing with love letters and gifts from boys trying their hardest to win her attention. When did she start losing that self-assurance?

Images of Everett's icy expression popped into her mind. There were also those lonely nights during their three-year marriage, every moment he left her alone, and the disappointments that piled up. She once thought Everett had some feelings for her during their countryside days, so she threw herself into loving him, only to find out it was all in her head.

"I wish I knew!" Joy shrugged helplessly. "But he's kept it under wraps all these years. It's a mystery even I can't solve, and it bugs me!"

Their curiosity was piqued, and Selena felt a bit let down. She figured if she ever got the chance, she'd ask him about it.

...

Lugging her suitcase, Selena headed straight to her uncle's house to pick up Ricky and instructed the driver to take them to the Campbell Estate.

On the way, she advised Ricky to be humble and sincere when apologizing, even if Sydney got snarky. She urged him to keep his cool.