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Chapter 23: From the Inside First
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2026-06-03 21:30:37
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Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 56: The crooked tie
Serena’s POVThe first thing I noticed was that the room felt different.Killian’s office was usually the kind of space that matched him perfectly. Orderly and spotless. The kind of room that made you stand up straighter just by walking into it. But this morning it looked like someone had finally found a crack in all of that and pried it open. The curtains were only halfway drawn, the grey morning light cutting across the floor at an uneven angle. His jacket was thrown over the back of his chair like he had forgotten it existed. His sleeves were rolled to his forearms, his tie was loose, his collar undone, and his hair had clearly been through several rounds of his own hands.He was pacing when I walked in, phone pressed to his ear, completely absorbed. Then he looked up.The moment his eyes found me, he stopped pacing altogether.Something shifted across his face. It was fleeting, gone almost as quickly as it appeared, but I caught it because I’d spent years watching this man who
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 55: Into the storm
Serena's POV“…shares of Rhodes Incorporated dropped nearly twelve percent in pre-market trading following the announcement,” the news anchor’s voice cut through the silence in the kitchen, competing with the hum of the espresso machine. “Federal authorities have refused to comment on the full scope of the investigation, but sources confirm that all cargo movement at the primary terminals remains frozen pending a complete regulatory audit.”I leaned against the counter, my fingers tightening around my mug as I stared at the screen. I hadn’t slept all night because the moment the news had appeared on my phone thanks to my informant, my mind had started dissecting every detail, turning every possibility over and over, searching for any piece that didn’t fit.A federal emergency freeze wasn’t something that happened because of a simple administrative mistake. It was too sudden. Too severe. The official statement mentioned an anonymous tip regarding major safety violations, but the speed
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 54: A different kind of disaster
Killian’s POVThe drive back to Vivian’s apartment was quiet, filled only with the sound of her ragged, uneven breaths as she drifted in and out of consciousness against the passenger window. I kept one eye on the road and one eye on her, watching her head loll forward every time I slowed for a light, and by the time I pulled into the basement parking of her building I had already resigned myself to what came next.After two failed attempts to keep her on her feet, I had to practically carry her into the elevator. She mumbled something against my shoulder that might have been my name, might have been nothing at all, and I held her upright with one arm banded around her waist while I pressed the button for her floor with the other.Her penthouse was exactly as pristine as I remembered it, a stark contrast to the woman currently sagging against me in a dress that had survived the night far better than she had. I guided her into the master bedroom and she dropped heavily onto the edge
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 53: The art of showing up
Killian’s POVThe neon yellow ball shot past David’s racket, clipping the back line with a sharp, satisfying smack.“Jesus, Rhodes,” David breathed, bracing his hands on his knees as he tried to catch his breath. He dropped his racket onto the clay court with an exaggerated sigh. “That was a brutal pass. For someone who claims he barely plays anymore, you’re making me look terrible.”I laughed, wiping the sweat from my forehead with the back of my wrist. “You’re only three years older than me, Chen, but you act like you’re twelve years ahead of me. Stand up and hit the ball. Stop moving like you need a retirement home.”David slowly straightened, picking up his racket as his eyes narrowed with fake offense. “I’m going to ignore the fact that you just insulted me while I’m physically exhausted.”“Good. Stop being a pussy.”His mouth twitched before he shook his head. “Oh, I’ll show you who’s pussy.”He bounced the ball twice, tossed it into the air, and served hard down the line. I mov
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 52: The game has changed
Serena’s POVWhy did Vivian sound like someone desperately trying to hold onto something that was already slipping through her fingers?For months, I had imagined the two of them living the life I was supposed to have.I imagined Killian waking up beside her. I imagined Vivian wearing the ring that was supposed to be mine. I imagined them looking at the world and knowing they had won.They had taken everything from me.My reputation.My future.My life.But now, for the first time, a dangerous possibility entered my mind.What if things weren’t as good between them as I thought? What if the cracks were already there?And if they were already falling apart on their own, then destroying what they had built together might be easier than I ever imagined.“I need to use the restroom,” I said abruptly, sliding out of the booth as the room suddenly felt too warm. “I’ll be right back.”“Sure, go ahead,” Chloe said, waving me off. “I’ll order another round while you’re gone.”I walked quickly
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 51: The perfect lie
Serena’s POV“Oh my God, it feels like it has been forever since we just sat down and had a proper drink,” Chloe groaned as she slid a tall, frosted glass across the table toward me.The bar was warm and inviting, filled with the quiet hum of conversation, soft jazz drifting through the room, and the golden glow of the pendant lights overhead.It was the complete opposite of the afternoon I’d just had in the cold walls of The Paragon.“Since your schedule became completely insane, I swear I was starting to forget what you looked like outside of a business suit. How does your drink taste? Do you feel alive yet?”I laughed, taking a sip of my drink.“I might need another piña colada before I can decide if I feel alive again.”“Well, cheers to that.” Chloe raised her glass, “Because I’m about to send at least three more glasses coming your way.” Just as my lips widened with a smile, a yawn escaped me, causing Chloe to narrow her eyes. "Look at you. Yawning at seven in the evening. You
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 37: Surrounded by sharks
Chapter 37 Serena’s POV“...Honestly, I’m still furious with Vivian,” Liz’s voice drifted over the top of the rack, dripping with disdain. “Since when did she start allowing riffraff into the inner circle? I can’t fathom what she’s thinking, even contemplating nominating Elena for the charity commi
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 35: What Should Stay Buried
Killian’s POV“And if this isn’t an oversight?” I asked evenly. “What does that make it, David? It almost feels like it was designed to fly completely under the radar.”David didn’t hesitate. A calm, reassuring smile settled on his face. “Then I’ll look into it properly. And if that turns out to be
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 33: Muscle memory
Serena’s POVThe heavy oak door clicked shut behind Clara, leaving a sudden, suffocating vacuum in its wake. I kept my eyes pinned to the illuminated screen of my tablet, my fingers frozen mid-scroll as the reality of what I had just done hit me like ice water. Black. Two sugars, a dash of cinnamon
Sweet Revenge, Mr. CEO Chapter 31: A crack in the wall
Serena’s POVThe dream started with Dominic.Which was not as disconcerting as I’d expected.We were dancing.Not at The Onyx, but somewhere softer. Warmer. The kind of place dreams invented when they couldn’t decide between memory and fantasy.Music drifted around us.His hand rested against my bac
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