Chapter 2 kiss in vengeance

Chapter 2: Ghosts in the Hall

Selene wandered the halls of the estate, each step heavy with memories. Her father's portrait still hung above the grand staircase, his cold eyes watching her return. She remembered the night he disowned her-how Elias had stood there, silent. That silence hurt more than any accusation.

She clenched her fists. "You all turned your backs on me. Now watch me rise."

A maid, older now, gasped as she recognized her. "Miss Selene... we thought you-"

"Died?" Selene smiled bitterly. "I did. And now I'm reborn."

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Chapter 3: Elias's Weakness

Elias couldn't sleep.

The taste of her kiss lingered like a curse. Selene's return wasn't just a surprise-it was a threat. He remembered her fire, her innocence, how he had watched her be sacrificed to protect his family's empire.

But this Selene wasn't innocent anymore.

And yet, something in her eyes still hurt him. A part of him wanted to beg for forgiveness-but pride and fear kept him silent.

"She's dangerous now," he muttered.

And God help him, he wanted her anyway.

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Chapter 4: The Business Proposal

Selene walked into the Thorne Corporation boardroom like she owned it.

Because soon, she would.

She wore power like perfume. Executives whispered, unsure who this mysterious investor was-until Elias stepped in and froze.

"You're the buyer?"

Selene smiled. "I don't just want your company, Elias. I want everything you stole."

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