She Left She Thrived She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 503

Releasing a heavy sigh, Everett slowly descended the courthouse steps.

When he looked up, he noticed a familiar figure walking toward him.

The moment their eyes met, a spark of pure, overwhelming joy lit up Everett's gaze.

"Are you really that happy to see me?"

Seeing the incredibly flattered smile blooming on his face, Melanie couldn't help but offer a wry smile in return.

"I already heard the verdict. Exactly as expected."

Fifteen years for Evelyn still felt too light in Melanie's book.

After all, if either she or Everett had been just a little less lucky in the Marlowe District, their lives would have been destroyed forever.

Still, she couldn't demand miracles from the judge.

The reality was that they had both survived.

Fifteen years for attempted murder was a solid outcome. Evelyn had brought it entirely upon herself.

"Taking Evelyn down removes a massive threat. You should be celebrating. Why the long face? Come on, let me take you out to eat."

Faced with Melanie's warm invitation, Everett hesitated.

He didn't know if he still had the right to share a private meal with her.

He figured she only showed up because she knew he didn't have a car and wanted to offer him a ride.

His mind raced with a thousand conflicting thoughts. He knew Melanie was just treating him as a friend, nothing more.

Yet, he couldn't stop his imagination from running wild.

He didn't dare hope that she harbored any romantic feelings for him.

But at the very least...

She definitely didn't hate him.

So...

Did he...

Did he have even the slightest chance?

His eyes wavered as his thoughts twisted into a chaotic knot.

He knew he wasn't good enough for her.

"Let's go. What are you in the mood for? It's my treat."

"Your treat?"

Melanie raised an eyebrow in surprise.

Everett offered a bitter smile. "My mind is back to normal, and I've reclaimed my identity. I have some savings now. I'm not so broke that I can't afford a meal."

Melanie thought about it and realized he had a point.

His death certificate had been revoked, and his intellect was fully restored.

If she refused to let him pay, it might seem like she was looking down on him or hurting his pride.

"Alright, you're buying. Getting rid of Evelyn is a huge favor to you, so it's only right that you treat me. Let's do a massive seafood feast. How does that sound?"

Seeing that she wasn't standing on ceremony, Everett couldn't help but laugh.

As they walked side by side away from the courthouse entrance, a harsh, grating shout echoed from behind them.

"Melanie, wait!"

Melanie and Everett turned in unison, only to see Dominic Hale sprinting frantically toward them.