NovelUSAChapter 712 Joy lifted her eyes and immediately locked onto Everett's gaze. His eyes were deep and magnetic, like a swirling vortex that could pull you in if you stared too long. He strolled over in a black shirt and trousers, his long strides accentuating his broad shoulders and narrow waist. Even through his clothes, you could sense the powerful aura of masculinity he radiated.
She mused to herself that a man like Everett could always draw a woman's attention. When he was married, it was no different, and now that he was single, the effect was even more pronounced. Finally, she and Selena were on equal footing.
There was a newfound warmth in her gaze, an affection she had hidden for far too long, now burning brightly. She stood, her eyes glistening with unshed tears, and said, "Everett, it's so good to see you back." Everett held her gaze for a few seconds before giving a slight nod.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCaroline turned her attention to Mateo, who was by Everett's side. It was her first tmeeting her grandson, and she gave him a thorough once-over. She hadn't been interested before because of her dislike for Selena, and by extension, her child. Yet, seeing Mateo's striking resemblance to Everett, she couldn't help but feel a hint of affection.
Maybe it was her age, or perhaps the pull of blood ties. Though Mateo's mother wasn't to her liking, as long as Everett remarried to someone she approved of, raising Mateo under the wing of a new Mrs. Bennett would resolve any issues.
If Mateo insisted on staying close to his biological mother, then they wouldn't need to invest too much in him. A new wife could have more children, and as long as there was a son, the line would continue.
Despite this being their first meeting, Mateo had been well-mannered from a young age and greeted his grandmother with poise. Caroline responded with a warm smile.
She handed Mateo a pendant as a welcgift, placing it around his neck. This pendant, from her dowry and once a royal gift, was incredibly precious, symbolizing her acceptance and favor.
Mateo then turned to Joy and called out, "Aunt Joy." Joy knelt in front of him, playfully tapping his nose. "Has it only been a few months and you're already growing distant? Mateo, I'm your godmother." Mateo pressed his lips together, not saying anything more. Joy didn't push him, simply smiling and saying, "I got you that LEGO set you love. Want to build it together?" Caroline added, "Go ahead, Mateo. I need to have a word with your dad." Mateo glanced at Everett, and seeing no objection, he let Joy lead him to the side room.
Everett lounged on the sofa, his long legs elegantly crossed, waiting for Caroline to say more. He knew there was more to her visit than just seeing her grandson.
Caroline took another sip of her tea. She was well aware of Everett's movements. He had gone to Northtown and stayed the night, which wasn't necessary if he was only picking up his son.
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She worried that Selena might have used stactic to keep him there, or perhaps seeing Selena again had stirred something within Everett.
Cautiously, she asked, "Everett, was it really that easy to bring Mateo back this time? Did/Selena just let it happen? Or is there a chance... that you two might reconnect and think about getting back together?
Using the child as a reason for contact seemed all too convenient.
I Everet lifted his gaze to her, pulled out a cigarette, lit it, and took a deep drag before exhaling soo
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