The sweetest billionaire mistake

Warning: Some of the chapters have mature contents that aren't suitable for young readers. Read at your own risk.

The beginning

[Serena's point of view]

"Breaking news: a man's head was spotted again near the head quarters of the police, they suspect that the number 1 serial killer Exodus is the perpetrator of the crime again" I didn't pay attention to what was being said in the news because I was busy working Food here in the kitchen.

"It's really scary to come out now, why hasn't that Exodus been caught yet, he's already killed so many innocent people."

"Yes, of course it's still alive, but its soul is being burned in hell." whispered our housemates at home.

I can't blame them why they talk like that to that Criminal because it is true that he has killed so many people.

I don't know why there are people who can kill their fellow human beings. They will not be blessed if they do that and they have no right to take the lives of others because they are not God.

"Perfect." I whispered as I looked at the cute cupcakes I made. I am currently in college and in a culinary course.

I like to cook and bake, I plan to build my own restaurant when I graduate.

"Señorita Serena, your parents are already in the dinning area and Senyorito Haru's family is with them." I smiled sparingly at Nanny one and signaled that I would follow.

I immediately removed the apron I was wearing and fixed my hair before leaving our kitchen. "Mom." I quickly approached Mommy and Daddy before kissing them together as well as my two snake brothers.

I sat next to Haru who was smiling at me. "What's wrong, why are you here?" He shrugged and whispered back "I don't know, they just said they had something important to say to us" I nodded at what he said.

He's Haru Arcadio and he's my childhood best friend. Like me, his family also comes from politics because his father is currently a senator here in our area.

"Serena, it's your birthday in a week. That means you're at the right age to get married, that's why we thought we'd tell everyone that you're engaged, Haru, on your birthday." My lips couldn't help but be merciful because of what Mommy said.

I looked at Haru but his head was bowed but under the table you could see his clenched fist which secretly hurt my heart.

To be honest I love him and I'm happy that we are getting married. But I can't ruin his happiness, I know I don't have a chance in his heart because he already has a girlfriend.

He already has Bettina in his life.

I smiled like Mommy and tried to cover my feelings "But Mom, is that really necessary? I mean our family is ok. Maybe we don't need a wedding right?" when I object even if it's against my heart.

"We know that, but it's better if our family comes together, each one's power will be stronger and the chance of us becoming a victim of a serial killer in this country will be smaller." Tito Hiro's long line is Haru's Daddy.

Most of the politicians who are very rich and powerful still have no escape from that man. Not everyone knows how he manages to kill powerful people who sit in government.

And it is not far that even my Daddy who is the governor will not be targeted by him. Honestly, I'm afraid for him but I know that Dad is a good person so there is no reason for that Exodus to target him.

Haru and I were quiet while we were here in the garden of our house. He bowed while I just stared at him sadly.

"Why don't you try to object? I know you love Bettina that's why you fight for her." I told him.

He looked sadly into my eyes "Serena you know I can't do that right? In the first place I made a mistake because I choose to love her. Our family is against us."

It's sad. It's like they're Romeo and Juliet. Arcadio and Chavilire are cruel enemies and Haru and I don't know the reason.

"So what are you going to do? Will you just agree to marry me? Won't you even fight for the woman you love?" It hurts to say that because I love him but I can't bear to see him regret the time he chooses to marry me.

I love him but I will still choose what is best for him. If he'll be happier with Bettina then it's fine with me. I'll just always be here for him if he needs me.

"Should I fight for her or maybe I should accept now that we can't be together? I love my family Serena and I can't turn my back on them. But I will ask you, do you want to marry me?" He gave me a withering look and I didn't seem to know what to say.

Am I going to admit it? Should I say that I've loved him for a long time and I'm ready to marry him even if he doesn't love me?

I was about to open my mouth to tell him my answer when we looked at brother Isaiah who was the one who teased to come to us.

"Ops, It's already late. Your family has left so I think you need to leave." he gave Haru a mocking look causing him to look back at me and give me a small smile.

"I'll go now Serena, goodnight." I just smiled at him before nodding. After Haru left, I looked at Kuya annoyed.

"Why did you talk to him like that?" he laughed and raised his hand.

"What, I didn't say anything wrong? I just sent him home." I immediately hit him on the arm "No you're provoking him! Why do you and brother Isaac seem to hate him when he's not doing anything wrong?"

I was stunned when my brother looked at me seriously, he held my head before kissing my forehead.

"Princess we're just protecting you, you're the only girl in our family. And Haru I don't trust him because that stupid friend of yours is a freaking playboy. I'm worried that you might be his next target ."

Ever since I introduced Haru to them when I was a child, I've really noticed that my two older brothers don't like him even though Mom and Dad voted for him.

They always say that Haru is a womanizer but I have never seen him like that because apart from me he is always with Bettina.

"He's not like that brother, he truly loves Bettina and I know he will never cheat on her."

He didn't answer and just sighed. "If you say so." he just mumbled before taking me to my room.

After arriving there, I immediately went to bed while thinking about Haru and our upcoming wedding.

"Gosh Serena! I'm really excited for your birthday. I'm sure it's going to be grand! Look at the invitation, it's so beautiful." I smiled sparingly at Alexa.

One of my friends "Actually I just want a simple celebration but dad refuses it, he says he wants the best for me." I was smiling and seemed happy.

All my life I didn't know who was the real me. My circle of friends? I know they just befriended me because of my father.

I was just walking with my circle of friends when Bettina suddenly stopped in front of me.

She was mesmerized while her eyes were staring at me furiously "You know what? I should have just followed my instinct that you are flirty." I couldn't help but feel sorry for what she said.

"Hey Bettina, are you trying to start a fight?" Alexa asked her husband flatly, which she struggled with.

"Yes I'm starting a fight because this b*tch is stealing my boyfriend." I couldn't help but be surprised when she slapped me hard in the face.

I grabbed my cheek and slapped her and looked at her again. Even though I was angry, I noticed the pain and sadness in her eyes.

"I-I don't know what you're talking about." my mom Is it possible that Haru told her about our engagement that's why she treated me like this now?

"Oh c'mon, don't act like you're innocent you little b*tch! I thought you only thought of him as a friend, that's why you're taking him away from me." she quickly pulled my hair causing me to cry.

I saw Alexa take their cellphones before taking a video of Bettina's teasing me.

How dare them!? Instead of helping me and weaning Bettina, they chose to stand aside and take a video of us!?

I tightly held Bettina's hand that was in my hair while trying to remove it because what she was doing was so painful. I feel like I'm going bald.

I didn't retaliate because I didn't want to increase my guilt towards her. I know she's only doing this because she thinks I'm taking Haru away from her and ruining their relationship.

I truly love Haru but that will not reach the point where I will destroy them for my feelings.

"Bettina stop!" I heard Haru shout. He quickly separated Bettina and me.

He hugged me while his friends held Bettina who was struggling.

"Are you ok?" Haru asked worriedly. I tearfully nodded while fixing my hair.

"Don't touch me you disgusting idiot!" Bettina shouted angrily at Haru's friend. My friend looked at her annoyed.

"Bettina can you please stop!? I already told you that don't hurt Serena but you didn't listen!" many students are looking at us, so I am ashamed of what is happening now, especially since I know it will spread because of those who videoed what is happening.

"I'm just giving her a lesson. Why are you taking her side? Don't tell me you like her?" she pointed at me that's why I couldn't help but bow down but Haru grabbed my chin before making me look at him.

"Yes I like her and from now on I'm officially breaking up with you. I can't stand your behavior anymore." I seemed to stiffen because of what I heard, especially since Haru's eyes were staring at my face.

W-what? Will he like me?

"W-what are you saying?" I stuttered as he smiled "I said I like you Serena." My heart beat faster as he hugged me tighter.

We only looked away from each other when we heard the students gasp after hearing what Haru said to me.

We both looked at Bettina and she couldn't believe we were both staring.

After that her face lost all emotion "I can't believe that you choose that b*tch over me." she quickly removed the hands of Haru's friends from her before slowly approaching us and she grinned.

"I'll make sure that both of you will regret this. You messed a Chavilire big time." Haru and I couldn't help but be stunned after she said that.

She immediately left as if she were the queen.

Chavilire, the most feared family that even my family could not collide with.

[Serena's point of view]

"Why did you say that to Bettina?" I asked Haru. We are here in the school garden. Near the old building that is no longer in use.

"I really don't mean to say that but she pushes my limit. I'm fed up with her jealous behavior, I guest this is the best for both of us especially since we're getting married." he smiled so I couldn't help but feel happy.

"So you choose me?" I asked skeptically. He laughed before ruffling my hair.

"The truth is I really like you Serena, I don't know when it started but I just felt that I like you." I swallowed one after another.

I can't believe that he likes me, that means there is hope for both of us. This is the happiest day for me.

"W-then, are you planning to date me?" after I said that, I immediately looked away because of the shame I felt.

What is that Serena? It's not because he said he likes you, he also wants to date you!

The smile on his face disappeared, making me even more nervous. He held my hand before looking me in the face "Sorry but I don't do courting. Also, we're getting married right? So that just means I don't have to court because you're my girlfriend." he smiled again before kissing my hand.

I just smiled even though I felt disappointed. Since then, I have never been courted by anyone.

I'm the only girl in the family, so my dad and brother are very strict with me. I thought I would feel that about Haru, but it turns out he's not flirting.

On the other hand, I still can't help being happy because I've had feelings for Haru for a long time and just him admitting to me is enough.

"By the way, wait for me here, I'll just buy food ok?" I nodded and smiled.

"All right." he immediately left so I was left alone in the garden.

As I looked around, I couldn't help but stop because it seemed like someone was watching me. My hair is also standing up.

I hugged myself and looked around carefully. My eyes were fixed on the old building and I still blinked because there seemed to be a shadow of a person in one of the rooms on the second floor.

I'm not sure what that shadow really is because the building is also quite far from me. I just looked away and didn't feel the horror anymore.

"What's the meaning of this video princess?" I was in the car while Isaaic and Isaiah were in the car.

They showed me the video where Bettina was tweaking me. I took a deep breath because Alexa actually posted it on fb.

Maybe I should cut our connection, I don't need a plastic friend like her. Maybe she will bring me to disaster.

"Bettina got mad when she found out about me and Haru." I explained.

"Then why did she hurt you? Why not her boyfriend!?" Brother Isaiah said sarcastically "You can't blame her, I'm actually guilty because of me they broke up." I can see the shock in brother Isaiah's eyes.

"T-they broke up?" he asked again that's why I nodded. The smiling Isaaic, who had been silent earlier, spoke.

"They broke up bro so you now have a chance to date her but oh I forgot. You had a chance for a long time but she doesn't want you." Isaiah immediately threw a stone at Isaaic because of what he said.

My eyes couldn't help but notice that Isaiah's cheeks were red.

What!? Don't tell me he likes Bettina? As far as I know, he really doesn't like it because it's too artistic and cursed.

Well aside from that I don't see anything wrong. Bettina Chavilire is a totally human doll. That's why I can see how proud Haru was of her before when they were together.

"I just wish that everything would be okay. I don't feel comfortable knowing that someone is angry with me." I am sorry for them.

Maybe I should try to talk to her again. I will say sorry in private and even if I do it again and again it will be ok as long as he loses his anger towards me.

When we got home, as often happens, my family and I ate happily together. After that, I immediately went back to my room to study.

Sometimes I can't help but be fed up with my life. We are rich, everything I want I can easily get.

But because I'm the CEO's daughter, I'm not like other young people who are over the party. Dad keeps his name that's why he is strict with us especially me.

And I don't feel bad about that. I know he also wants to protect me from some bad people who want to do bad things to our family.

Chapter 3

Now I just finished taking a shower. The only thing I'm wearing is my black lingerie that one of my friends gave me.

I looked at my reflection in the body size mirror and I couldn't help but blush because I could see the shape of my body because this dress was so sexy.

This is the first time I've worn it because I'm used to pajamas. I just happened to see it again in my cabinet so I tried to wear it.

I hung up my towel before going to my bed and lying down. I also took my recipe's book to learn more about cooking.

I don't know how many minutes I was reading but I just looked at my balcony door when I noticed that it was open.

I frowned because I remembered that I never went there, so how can it be opened?

I just stood up before going to the balcony to close the door. I was about to close it when I was stopped by the black rose petals scattered on my balcony.

I opened the door even more before I went out "What is this?" I wondered.

Who put it here? Did someone break into my room while I was gone? But a while ago when I came home from school it wasn't here yet.

I took a deep breath before peering down the balcony. I will just call a maid to clean this mess and I will ask them if anyone else entered my room while I was gone.

I was about to turn my back when suddenly I heard someone's talking behind me

"I didn't expect you to be this beautiful and sexy little mermaid." a cold and very baritone voice echoed around.

I don't know but my heart beat spontaneously because of the fear that suddenly left my body after hearing that voice.

"But too bad, that soft skin of yours will be destroyed." even though I was afraid, I gathered my courage to face the man behind me, but I did not expect what would meet me.

I immediately sat on the ground while moaning after he threw three knives that cut into my arm and leg.

I looked at him in fear and I couldn't help but be stunned because of his red eyes that could not show even the slightest mercy for me.

He.. He is Exodus, the criminal that the police can't find is right in front of me.

"Sleep little mermaid, you should rest because you might not be able to rest later." he said again and I couldn't even speak to ask for help because my eyes were completely falling apart.

When I regained consciousness, I immediately opened my eyes. I found an unfamiliar room.

I couldn't see anything because it was so dark. My body hurts so much not only because of the wound here. I also feel a sense of attachment to my place.

Because I'm not sleeping in a bed but a glass box. Shaking, I moved to sit down but that was all I was surprised when the small light turned on so I could see the surroundings.

I couldn't help but inhale because I was inside the basement and I could see the torture equipment even in the glass jar that was placed on the wood in front of me that contained only the insides of people.

I couldn't help but cover my mouth while weakly crying because of so much fear. I was even surprised to notice that there were handcuffs on both my hands and around my neck.

"You're awake." just like before I heard that scary voice again.

I slowly turned to my side and was immediately stunned to see a man wearing only pants while sitting like a king on a wooden chair.

He had a black mask on his face that only showed his lips while he was examining a human skull. His body is also full of tattoos and scars while his aura screams evil.

This man is Exodus. The most wanted serial killer in this country.

He focused his eyes on me before a smile curved his red lips "Scared?" he asked with a touch of sarcasm.

My tears just kept falling because of the fear of him. Am I going to die? But I still have the morning to find out.

I haven't even made my dreams come true. I haven't been able to say goodbye to Daddy yet and one more thing I want if I die is not at the hands of a criminal like him.

"Am I your next victim?" I mustered my strength not to stutter even though inside I kept praying for my safety.

I don't want to die yet. Please don't now. I still want to live. I still have a lot I want to do in this world.

"Isn't it obvious?" he asked sarcastically before standing up. He placed the skull he was examining earlier on the adjacent table before walking over to a table full of torture.

"Hm..what should I do to you?" he asked coldly while choosing among those knives.

I immediately bit my lip before hugging myself with my trembling hands "M-my dad will give you a money just please spare me..a-I don't want to die yet a-and one more thing I-I don't remember anything I did something bad to you-so you could kill me."

I sound so desperate, I even beg for my life. I'm willing to give him money or anything he wants. I just don't want to die, not now.

"I don't need your money but there's one thing I want you to do." I seemed to be revived because of what he said.

He dropped the big knife he was holding before slowly walking towards me.

I seemed to stiffen where I was as he slowly lowered his head before whispering in my ear.

"If you want to live then you must help me to kill your father. Are you going to accept my deal, My Little Mermaid?" he laughed softly while I seemed to have lost hope to save myself from him.

He wants my father's life? but I can't give that to him.

[Serena's point of view]

"Serena sweetie you're the happiness of our family. So Daddy will promise you that he will do everything to protect you. He will not let anyone to hurt you my princess."

Since I was born in this world my father showered me with love and happiness. I'm a papa's girl. We plan that my last dance will be on my 18th birthday.

Because my father is not just my father. He's also my knight in shining armor and my first prince.

How can I accept his deal if I know my father's life is at stake "I-i can't do that, pl-please do something else.." I looked at him begging.

Hoping that he will change his mind and let me go. I know his target is people sitting in the government, but Daddy.

He's a good man. He never stole the people's money. He never showed bad behavior or hurt people.

That's why I don't understand why this criminal wants to kill him too.

"Nah nah nah. I want your dad's life and even if you dont help me I can kill him in just a blink of an eye." I couldn't say anything anymore because I quickly started choking and looked at my two hands that I couldn't move because of the handcuffs that pulled them.

Even my neck hurt because of the sudden tightening of the handcuffs here. It was as if I had become a stone that could not move.

Exodus was holding a small knife when he faced me. He grinned devilishly and I quickly bit my lip when he used that thing to cut the skin on my arm into small pieces.

"You really have a soft skin little mermaid." he whispered praise as he continued to injure me. "S-stop pl-please..i-it hurts.." I could barely see because of the tears in my eyes.

I never thought I would experience all this. I know that tonight I will die.

My body will be on the news tomorrow because I will be among the people killed by this shameless criminal.

I'm weak and I feel like I'm going to run out of blood from what he's doing because after he finished wounding my arms, he went to my leg.

He grabbed my leg but I gathered my strength to kick him which he immediately let go. He tightened his grip on it and was about to bring his knife closer when he stopped.

He dropped the knife he was holding before caressing my leg. I was shocked by what he was doing until he lowered his head and smelled it.

"You smell so good." He continued to smell it while I was shaking in my place.

"Ok since I love your creamy legs I'll spare this." he still kissed it with small kisses before letting it go. I immediately put my thighs together because I was already exposed to what he did when he separated from them.

Apart from the thin clothes I was wearing, I was only wearing undies.

I thought he was about to shake me and leave but I couldn't help but stop when he put a hose on the glass I was standing on.

I don't know where he will use it, but my question was answered when it released water.

"W-what are you doing?" I stammered. "You're a mermaid so you need a water right?"

Water? I was stunned by the smell of alcohol coming out of the hose and not water.

My eyes widened quickly as I guessed what he planned to do. He filled my body with wounds and put alcohol on the glass, which turned out to be an aquarium.

He plans to soak my wounds in alcohol which will cause extreme pain to me and my body.

"Oh. You're scared?" I swallowed one after another. For the first time I felt so angry that I was able to look at him badly even though I was scared.

"I wish you will rot in hell you devil!" I can not do it anymore. If he continues to torture me I will just ask him to kill me.

"Don't worry little mermaid, hell is my palace because I'm more evil than Lucifer." he gave me a smile again. The aquarium completely filled with water and he dropped my hands into them.

I closed my eyes because I didn't want to see him. I don't want to see that devil's face when I die.

Daddy, Mommy, Brothers and Haru. I love you all so much. I'm sorry if I wasn't able to say goodbye to you, if only I had known I would have told and made you feel how much I love you.

A tear fell from my eye before the darkness engulfed me again.

Why? Why am I still alive? As soon as I opened my eyes, that's what I immediately asked myself.

Why hasn't he killed me yet? Why am I still breathing? Is he really going to torture me a lot before suffocating me?

I have been imprisoned here for three days. He still tortures me and treats me like an animal.

The only difference is that I'm no longer in the aquarium but I'm on the ground and I'm handcuffed around my neck like a dog.

Chapter 5

I'm already weak because apart from my wounds that are full of pain and have not been treated yet, my stomach is also growling from hunger.

He only feeds me once a day. I don't seem to have a voice anymore because he makes me drink water and I feel like it runs out immediately every time I cry.

I was stunned for a moment when I heard the door open. From there I could hear his heavy footsteps approaching me.

"Eat." he ordered authoritatively before dropping a tray containing food in front of me.

I immediately wiped my tears before slowly sitting up and looking at him "B-why haven't you killed me yet? P-kill me now." I seem to be whispering because my voice seems to be exhausted.

I saw his lips rise again because of what I said. I just noticed that he was also holding a cigarette.

He smoked in front of me while looking at me hard with his red eyes.

This is actually the first time I've ever seen a red eye. I can't even imagine that such an eye color exists.

"It seems like just last night you were scared to death. Tell me little mermaid, do you really want me to kill you?" I was still stunned when he spoke Tagalog.

From his looks and speaking English, he seems to have a race, so it never occurred to me that he could speak English.

"If you're just going to make me suffer, just kill me, I-I'd rather that than being with or seeing a demon like you every day." I don't know where I got the strength to say that to him despite my fear.

But I thought this is the end of my life, so I'll be with you for a while.

The smile on his lips disappeared and his aura seemed to get heavier. I immediately stepped back and gasped as he quickly came to me and grabbed my arm hard.

He held it tightly causing me to scream because of the pain. I have so many wounds that he is also responsible for. Now with the tightness of his grip, my wounds that are still bleeding are being pressed.

"Don't worry I'll really go to kill you but before that I'll kill your father first so that the two of you will go to hell together." he pulled out a gun from his pants.

I thought he was going to shoot me in the head but I only screamed when I felt the impact on my neck after he shot it there.

I almost lost consciousness when the handcuff fell on my neck because it was damaged by the shot he made.

He quickly pulled me upright before we walked out of the basement. I immediately started crying while crying.

When I was sitting for a long time, it was difficult for me to walk because my knees seemed to be stiff.

I couldn't take it anymore that's why I sat down because of the pain "D*mn! Stand up." his order is full of emphasis. I looked up before shaking my head.

"Hi-I can't." I agree. I don't know what his reaction was behind his mask, but I was quickly surprised when he sat down before the groom carried me.

I just looked at him in shock but his eyes were only focused on the road.

We are inside a big mansion. But even though it's big, you won't see anything because apart from a sofa and TV in the living room, you won't see anything else.

You won't even see helpers or guards. I'm still trying to ask them for help, but if there is, will they help me?

I'm a captive of their demon boss so maybe even if there is an assistant here, they won't be able to help me escape.

Demon and I entered one of the rooms here. The big room with its own balcony opened up.

A large white bed and a few things. The demon approached one of the doors before suddenly releasing me.

I moaned because of the pain in my ass when he suddenly let go of me. He is really bad.

He knew that my body was in a lot of pain but he still acted like I was a stone without feelings.

"Go take a bath." he ordered coldly while staring at me. He also opened the bathroom door so I saw that there was still a bath tub inside.

"W-what exactly are you planning?" why did he bring me here? Why is he bathing me? Yes, I know I smell bad because I smell blood, but won't he kill me too?

Why do I need to take a shower?

"Just obey me, you don't want if I f*cking get mad again." what he said seemed like I should really be scared, that's why even though I was struggling with the situation, I forced myself to get up to take a shower.

When I entered the bathroom, I quickly leaned against the door before crying and hugging myself.

I'm so scared that I don't want to go out from where I am now. Daddy said he will protect me?

He said he won't let go of his only princess? But why until now no one is helping me? Why am I still here?

Is there really no hope? Should I really accept that I will die at his hands?

I stood up trembling before taking off all my clothes. I got into the bath tub and the water seemed to turn into blood because of my wounds.

Every time I scratched them little cries came out of my mouth.

They mommy didn't let my skin have a small wound. It's worth taking care of, but the skin I've taken care of for a long time was quickly destroyed by that man.

I closed my eyes before resting my head on the tub.

Exodus, what did we really do to you? Why did you do this to me?