After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas)

Victoria sat for a long time, processing everything she had just learned.

Finally, she began contacting her lawyer, preparing to take action and assess her assets. Just then, her phone pinged with a new email. When she opened it, she found detailed evidence of Larry's misdeeds. No need for her to investigate further-she had everything she needed to kick that scumbag out of her life with nothing.

Having dealt with two major issues, Selena felt a wave of relief wash over her. She hopped into her car and sent a message to Maria.

"Got time for lunch? Let's grab a bite.”

Maria replied, “Sure, what do you want to eat?"

"I found a great steak place. I'll send you the location."

"Sounds good."

Putting her phone away, Selena started the car and began driving toward the restaurant. However, about thirty minutes into her drive, the car suddenly stalled. She realized she was in a relatively isolated area with no one around and very little traffic. Startled, Selena got out to check the car.

Well... she wasn't exactly a mechanic. After poking around under the hood, she admitted defeat-she had no idea what was wrong. "Miss Selena."

A cold voice suddenly broke the silence, startling her. She spun around to see a man with an icy expression standing a short distance away. "Where did you come from?" she asked, a mix of shock and suspicion in her eyes. But she quickly recognized him-it was Braden.

Without much explanation, Braden said, "Let me check your car."

He walked over and began inspecting the vehicle without waiting for her permission.

Selena raised an eyebrow, still curious. "You still haven't answered my question. Where did you come from?"

Braden responded curtly, "Not at liberty to say."

Selena blinked.

Well, then. Mysterious and tight-lipped-great.

After finishing his inspection, Braden straightened up and said, "The car's broken down. It won't start for now."

Selena nodded. "Okay, where's your car? Can you give me a ride?"

Braden glanced at her briefly and replied, "I didn't bring a car."

"What?" Selena was even more surprised. "You didn't bring a car? How have you been following me?"

Braden simply responded, "Not at liberty to say."

Selena was speechless.

Fine, how great.

Without wasting more time, Selena called Aaron.

He picked up quickly and arranged for someone to bring a car over.

Aaron said, "I'm a bit tied up right now, so I can't come myself. Just stay safe, and if anything seems off, let me know immediately."

Selena glanced at Braden. "Don't worry, I have someone with me. You know him-Braden."

Aaron replied, "He's reliable."

"Alright, you get back to work. We'll talk tonight."

"Sure."

About 40 minutes later, two cars pulled up.

One of the cars stopped in front of Selena, and a man in a black suit stepped out. "Ma'am, I'm Mr. Fletcher's driver. He sent me to pick you up." Selena nodded and turned to say something to Braden, but to her surprise, he had vanished from where he'd been standing just moments before. Wow, that's impressive-disappearing without a sound.

No wonder he was a professional bodyguard!

"Ma'am, please get in," the driver said as he opened the back door.

Selena nodded, climbed into the car, and watched as her own vehicle was hooked up to be towed for repairs.

Her phone buzzed-Maria had sent her a message.

"Where are you? You're late!"

"My car broke down, but I'm almost there. Go ahead and order."