Serena POV“Honey, are you sure you don't want me to accompany you inside?” asked Leopold with a worried look on his face.I shook my head as I unbuckled my seat belt. I looked at the man I loved, who looked fresh today, wearing casual clothes and his curly hair neatly arranged.“You have to work for our child's future.” I stroked his broad chest and kissed him lightly.Leopold groaned as I broke our kiss. He buried his face in my neck, a habit he had when his spoiled nature came out. “Call me when your business here is done. I don't accept rejection, Serena.”“I understand, sir. I should hurry and pack my things so that I have time to get ready to welcome you.” I gave him a kiss on the cheek and got out of the car. Although my heart was heavy from leaving him, this was only temporary.It seems like the pregnancy hormones have turned me into a spoiled woman who doesn't want to be away from Leopold.“Babe, remember what I said!” His blue eyes sharpened as he pointed at me.I waved my h

Leopold POV“So you're serious about your plan?” Raymond asked after sitting next to me. My best friend chuckled lightly as he read one file piled up on the table.Lunch plus work files are not a delightful combination. But I had to do it for time efficiency.“Wasn't this company born for another purpose? Or did you change your mind because you saw a beautiful future?” I grinned, returning Raymond's mysterious smile. Raymond put the file back on the table and then grabbed the beer can in my hand. He sipped it slowly with a dreamy gaze. “I didn't expect that the Pequira we built could grow this fast. I really didn't have high expectations for this company.”“It's all because of the hard work of the two of us, the employees, and the vendors involved. I never took the job at Pequira seriously, but it turned out to be very profitable,” I said with a loud laugh, laughing at the funny fate of this company.Raymond touched my shoulder with his beer can. A frivolous laugh also graced his ann

Serena POV I don't know what sins I've committed, so my life feels like walking on burning coals.Not to mention my unfinished business with Leopold. Now I had to meet with Eloise at the supermarket.After the minor argument a while ago, I chose not to exchange messages with her anymore. Her obviously insulting behavior still hurt me, and flirting with Leopold in front of my eyes.As I stepped into the snack area, I accidentally bumped into Eloise, who seemed to have the same destination as me. She adorned her pretty face with a sweet smile, but I could feel the emotion behind that smile. I decided to avoid her gaze and rushed towards the shelves that served healthy snacks.However, it seemed like Eloise had no intention of letting me go so easily. She walked up to me with graceful steps; her smile widening as she approached me. “Hi, Serena! Long time no see, huh?” I felt the tension fill the air between us. I tried to maintain my composure, even though I wanted so badly to push her

Serena POVIn a building that looked worn out like a former armory, I initially felt a little hesitant when I first stepped inside. However, Maximus confirmed that a transformation had occurred, turning this place into a comfortable residence.I had never really gotten to know him well, even though he had been my father's personal bodyguard for some time.“It's quite nice, isn't it?” he asked as he gestured around. “I did some renovations myself.” I nodded, trying to show appreciation for his hard work. I silently watched the transformation of the old weapons building, which was now transformed into a warm and simple residence.The evening sunlight streamed in through the large windows, filling the room with soft light. While the high ceilings gave a sense of spaciousness and free-flowing fresh air.The walls that were once made of bricks are now decorated in a bright beige color, giving them a warm and friendly feel. An enormous stone fireplace in the corner adds to the warmth. And

Serena POVIn the darkness of this luxurious penthouse, my space felt increasingly narrowed, as if I were a bird trapped in a golden cage. I couldn't tear my gaze away from the large window, which displayed the sparkling city of Santa Clara at night. However, the moonlight was unable to disturb the darkness that ruled my heart.“Sir, why are you doing this to me?” I hissed, my weak voice breaking in the quiet room.He just looked at me coldly; his blue eyes, which used to look at me warmly, now looked cold. “You know why I'm doing this, Serena,” he replied simply, without any expression on his handsome face.I took a deep breath, trying to hold back the emotions creeping up inside my chest. “But this isn't fair to me. I am not your prisoner, and I also have the right to know Maximus's news.” Leopold averted his eyes, as if bothered by my question. “Maximus is fine. You don't need to worry about him,” he blurted, as if to end the conversation.But I wasn't going to just give up. I loo