Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Upon hearing the plan, Holt couldn't help but express admiration. Miss Selena really had a knack for noticing the little things that most people would overlook. This time, surely they'd be able to pull the wool over Joy's eyes, right?

After choosing the furthest option on the right, the bodyguards stepped back. Selena meticulously laid out her plan to Holt, stressing the importance of being fully prepared ahead of time. After all, Joy wasn't a fool, and Abraham was even sharper. Selena had managed to rile Joy up enough to keep her in Newport for now, but there was always the chance that Joy would suddenly wise up. If Joy decided to leave, the whole scheme could unravel.

Holt nodded in agreement, taking it all in.

Later that afternoon, Alexa and Ava made their way back to Moon Bay. As Holt was about to head out, she bumped into Alexa coming through the door. With a warm smile, she greeted her, "Mrs. Thompson, how did the check-up go today? Is everything alright with the baby?"

Alexa was a bundle of nerves but didn't want Holt to catch on, so she forced a smile, "Everything's good, thanks for asking."

"That's a relief. If you and the baby are okay, Miss Selena will feel much better. She's been under the weather and juggling so much, she's worried she can't give you and the baby the attention you deserve."

Alexa felt a pang of bitterness. "Selena's been really good to me already."

After a brief pause, she suddenly blurted out, "And Blaine? How's everything over there?"

Holt, having no reason to hold back, answered honestly, "Mrs. Thompson, there's good news from the big boss. He's rooted out the mole, and it looks like the chaos is settling down. He'll probably be back in Newport soon. No need to fret. Once the air is cleared, you and the big boss can patch things up."

With a cheeky wink, she added, "I can tell you still have feelings for the big boss. Maybe this little one can help mend old wounds. We can't live in the past forever, right?"

Blaine would be back soon...

Alexa's face turned ghostly pale, her whole body trembling

uncontrollably. She didn't catch a word Holt said after that, sinking into a pit of fear. What if Joy managed to throw a wrench in the works What would she do then? Blaine wouldn't believe her...

At that point, no one could help her and the baby. No one!

"Mrs. Thompson, are you alright? You look so pale. Are you not feeling well?" Holt asked, his voice tinged with worry as he reached out to steady Alexa, afraid she might stumble.

A fog of emotion clouded Alexa's

eyes as she lowered her gaze, trying to mask her inner turmoil. She shook her head tightly, her voice a bit

strained, "It's nothing, just a littel.ne

stomach discomfort. I'll be fine after some rest. Pregnant women go through this all the time.

Holt didn't read too much into it. "Let me help you back to your room so you can rest. Your health is really important right now; we can't let anything happen."

"No, it's okay. I can manage. Don't you have things to do? You should go."

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With that, Alexa gathered herself and slowly made her way up the stairs, one step at a time. Holt watched her go, sensing a deep sadness surrounding her. What was going on? Was it the news about the big boss that upset her? Or was there something else entirely? noveldrama

Later that evening, after Selena and Flynn wrapped up a counseling session in the study, Alexa knocked and stepped inside. Selena was lounging on the sofa, her eyes closed. When she saw Alexa, she smiled warmly, "Still up, Alexa?"

Alexa approached, holding a steaming cup of milk. "I just made some hot milk and thought I'd bring you a cup. It'll help you sleep better tonight."

As she spoke, she handed the warm milk to Selena.