I Swore Off Men; But My Enemy Wants An Exception
"You don’t scare me, Llewellyn,” I lifted my chin as I spoke even though my pulse betrayed me.
Cesare’s lips curved into a wicked smirk as he stepped closer and spoke in a husky murmur.
“That’s the problem, Rose… maybe you should be. Because I’m done pretending I don’t want you. I’ll have you—whether you let me or not.”
"But you’ve always hated me.”
His fingers brushed my jaw, tilting my face up to his. I felt my skin tingle and goosebumps rising.
“Hate? Sweetheart, I’ve never hated you. I’ve only wanted you so much it felt like war.”
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Rosette Jenner had everything—wealth, beauty, and power. But all she wanted was love untainted by power. When she trades her real identity for a normal life with Blake, she thought she’d found it.
She was wrong.
Betrayed and left to die, she wakes up in the past, before her downfall. This time, she’ll reclaim everything they stole from her. She’ll rise as the Jenner heiress she was born to be.
But as she walks the path of vengeance, an old nemesis returns, Cesare Llewellyn. Brilliant and merciless.
This time, he isn’t just a rival, he’s an obsessive, morally gray force who wants her on his terms, while she’s consumed by vengeance and refuses to trust love again.
Baca
Chapter: Chapter 69: Working Together
Rosette’s point of view ~~~The room was empty. My chest was pounding too hard, my skin hot, restless and crawling with unease. I spun around, nearly slamming the door shut as I marched out. James was waiting down the hall, but before he could even open his mouth, I snapped.“I’ll be back, Don’t follow me.”His eyes widened, but he bowed slightly. “Yes, Miss Rosette.”I didn’t waste another breath. My heels clicked hard against the tiles, my heart drumming faster and faster with each step. By the time I stormed out of the house, I was already pulling out my keys. The car roared alive as I shoved the door closed and gripped the wheel so tight.I sped through the streets, anger clawing at me, but beneath it, an even uglier emotion was chewing me raw. Worry. Why the fuck was I this worried? Maybe it was his words, still echoing in my head, the way he said he'd die for me. Maybe the thought that he was out there bleeding to death or worse already dead made something inside me tremble
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-29
Chapter: Chapter 68: Stay Still
Rosette’s point of view ~~~I did not know how long I had stayed there, buried against Cesare’s hard chest. My tears had soaked through his shirt until the fabric clung to my skin. His arm stayed firm around me, steady, like he was anchoring me from drowning in all that pain. It felt like I had lived this before, like a terrible cycle repeating. He had held me this way when I cried after my father died. Always him. Always there.His words kept circling in my head, looping like a curse. He had loved me since college. He had carried that obsession for years, so strong that even death had not broken it. So strong that we had both come back to the past. It sounded insane, but the weight of his voice, the fire in his eyes, told me it was all true.What was I supposed to do with that? Just accept it? Just… fall into his arms and say, alright, let’s live through this madness again together? My chest felt tight. The room seemed smaller.I pulled back suddenly, pushing myself upright. My thr
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-28
Chapter: Chapter 67: His TruthRosette’s point of view ~~~My legs gave out. The floor met my knees before I even realized I had fallen. The shock in my veins made everything spin. His words clung to me, twisting everything I thought I knew about him… about myself.He wasn’t lying. My gut screamed it. The look in his eyes, the tone of his voice, the details only I could know. It was all too real. But how? How in God’s name was it possible that he and I had both been thrown back into the past?I blinked up at him, my throat raw. “If what you’re saying is true… then why?” My voice cracked, almost breaking. “Why the hell would you become a murderer just because of me? Why would you go so far as to kill yourself? Or are you bluffing just to get into my head?”Cesare stepped closer, slow and heavy, each stride like a shadow crawling over me. His lips curled, but it wasn’t amusement, not really. His voice carried an ache that pierced straight through me.“You really want me to spell it out?” He tilted his head, eyes b
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-27
Chapter: Chapter 66: Do You Believe Me Now?
Rosette’s point of view ~~~My body went cold. My ears buzzed as though the walls were closing in, muffling every sound but his.“I was there when you died in the hospital.”Those words clung to me, seeping deep into my bones. I stood frozen, staring at him as though I hadn’t heard correctly. As though my brain needed to rewind and replay it until it made sense.But it didn’t.It didn’t make sense at all.I clenched my fists, my voice cracking out of me in a whisper. “What the hell are you talking about?”Cesare’s mouth curved into something caught between a smirk and a grimace. He gave a short, humorless chuckle and shook his head. “You want me to spell it out? Fine. I’ll fucking spell it out for you.”My throat felt raw as I swallowed. His eyes didn’t leave mine; they were too steady, too sure.“Early morning,” he began, his voice low but clear. “I had just landed. Straight from my private jet. I didn’t go home. I didn’t rest. I went right to the hospital. Straight to you.”I fe
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-23
Chapter: Chapter 65: I Was There
Rosette’s point of view ~~~BACK TO PRESENT“I know it was you who killed my father, Cesare.”He suddenly laughed.It wasn’t the kind of laugh that came from a joke. It was deep, raw, torn right out of his chest like it hurt to let it out, and yet he still let it pour out. His bloodied lips stretched into a grin, and I stared at him in disbelief.“What the fuck are you laughing about?” I hissed, pressing the gun closer to his head.His eyes glimmered faintly, madness and amusement blending together. “Have you finally lost your mind, Rose? Or is this some twisted attempt at humor?”I frowned so hard my face ached. “Shut the fuck up and just confess.”His laugh died down to a crooked smirk. “You’re actually serious.”“Of course I’m serious!” My voice broke as I stepped closer, the gun now nearly touching his forehead. “Why else would I be standing here with a loaded weapon in your face?”He tilted his head slightly, his gaze piercing into mine, and something about it made my hands tre
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-22
Chapter: Chapter 64: Someone Unusual Rosette’s point of view ~~~ A FEW HOURS EARLIER My heart skipped a beat when James said those words through the phone; figured out who killed my father. I pressed the phone harder to my ear, pacing in the narrow road with my heels sinking into the cracks of the floor. “James, what do you mean by that? Tell me now.” His voice stayed calm. “Miss Rosette, please come home first. You’ll understand better if you hear it directly.” “Okay. I'm on my way.” The line went dead. I looked at the screen and back on the road I was on. Cesare that bastard. My chest tightened in anger when I remembered him; he had taken my car and vanished, leaving me stranded on this goddamn narrow road. I looked around. It was empty, too empty, just trees and an occasional flicker of streetlights struggling to stay alive. There was no cab, no passerby. Nothing. My heels ached with each step, stabbing into my bones like punishment. I bit down hard and finally stopped. There was no one here to
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-19
He Divorced Me, I Marry A Bigger Billionaire!
"Sign this. We're done."
Aaliyah Monroe thought she’d found love with a rising billionaire, Henry Smith—until he blindsided her with divorce papers on their fourth anniversary, revealing her twin sister, Aurora, as his true love.
Betrayed and cast out, Aaliyah drowns her fury in a nightclub, where she meets Orrin Hayes, a billionaire mogul who falls for her instantly.
He offers her a deal– “Aaliyah, I’m smitten. You’re fire, and I want to burn. Marry me.”
She froze as her heart tripped. “What?”
“Not for love, not yet,” he said with his eyes glinting. “A deal. You want revenge on Henry and Aurora? I’ve got the power to crush them. Marry me, and I’m yours—my money, my connections, my everything. We’ll make them beg.”
She stared, the whiskey clouded her head but not her judgment. The idea was insane, but it lit a spark. Henry’s face on that stage and Aurora’s smirk—they deserved to fall.
And Orrin? He was a weapon, wrapped in charm and danger.
“You’re serious?” she asked, testing him.
“Dead serious.” He took her hand into his, gently. “I’m half in love with you already. Say yes, and we’ll shake the world.”
She laughed, the sound was shaky but real. “You’re crazy. But… okay. Yes.”
Aaliyah agreed. But there was one thing she was yet to inform this charming yet mischievous Billionaire suggesting marriage to her– she's carrying her ex husband’s child.
Will she successfully use him to climb the ladder and get her revenge despite having a child for her ex-husband?
Or will a second chance in love surface?
Baca
Chapter: Chapter 179: THE FINALE Aaliyah’s POVONE MONTH LATER I stood in front of the mirror, my hands fumbling behind me as I tried to pull the zipper of my dress up. The satin fabric kept slipping through my fingers and I could hear my own frustrated sighs filling the quiet room. My cheeks were flushed already, not from the make-up, but from the sheer struggle of trying to get myself together.It was supposed to be a simple thing; zip the dress, adjust the neckline and fix the bouquet. But of course, my nerves wouldn’t let me.The sound of a knock at the door startled me. I froze, my hands halfway at my back, when the door opened just enough for Orrin to poke his head in.“You done yet?” he asked, his voice warm but teasing.I quickly straightened, caught like a child doing something silly. “Almost,” I mumbled.He stepped inside fully and when his eyes fell on me, his brows lifted. I could see the curve of a smile tugging at his lips. “Almost? Looks like you’re fighting a war with that zipper.”I laughed desp
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-27
Chapter: Chapter 178Aaliyah’s POV I almost couldn’t believe what I was seeing. Just moments ago, I had been sitting alone in the living room, staring at nothing with my fingers brushing against my lips where his mouth had touched me earlier. I’d replayed it in my head a hundred times already, wondering if I was foolish, wondering if maybe I had imagined the way his chest had tightened against mine. And now… now he was here. At my door. His tall figure filled the doorway, his eyes locked on mine. For a moment, I forgot how to breathe. Then his voice came, deep, steady, and desperate. “Take me to a hospital. Like you asked before. Please. I want my real memories back.” My heart jumped violently. My lips parted. “What?” I whispered, almost afraid I hadn’t heard him right. He didn’t waver. His jaw tightened, and he repeated the words slowly. “I said take me to a hospital. I need my real memories back. There’s no time.” No time. His urgency pulled me back into motion. My chest rose and fell quickly,
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-27
Chapter: Chapter 177Orrin’s POV“Babe, what were you doing that you didn’t open quicker?”Annabelle stood by the door with that always bright little smile of hers, her dark eyes roaming the room. My throat felt dry; I cleared it and forced out a reply.“I was sleeping, sweetheart.”Her brows pinched slightly as her gaze landed on the table. The untouched plate sat there like proof of my lie. Her smile lingered, but it had a faint edge to it.“Sleeping? Then who was that for?” she asked, pointing to the meal.I leaned back in the chair, willing myself to stay calm. “It was mine. But then I lost my appetite and felt tired so I went to have a short nap.”She stepped closer, her voice softening. “I told you to wait for me before we eat. Maybe that’s why you lost your appetite, trying to eat without me.”A small laugh left me, though my chest was heavy. “Maybe. Should I dish yours out too?”Her eyes brightened immediately, as if nothing was off. “Yes, please. I’ve been starving all day.”I stood, brushing pa
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-27
Chapter: Chapter 176Aaliyah’s POVI didn’t know what to feel or even what to say. My throat was tight, my mind racing with thoughts that only made my chest heavier. Should I tell him everything, spill it all out once and for all? Or should I hold on just a little longer, afraid that if I told him too much, he’d push me away again?He must have seen something in my face because he gave a small nod, almost as if to dismiss the moment. “Forget it,” he muttered. “I’m probably just being paranoid.”My heart sank.He turned slightly toward the table, his voice calmer now. “Just… enjoy your meal. I’ll leave you to it.” He started walking away.“Screw it,” I whispered under my breath, before my courage could fail me.I reached out quickly and grabbed his hand. His steps faltered. He looked down at my hand holding his, then back at my face, confusion in his eyes.“Should I tell you why?” I blurted. “Should I tell you who it is you don’t remember?”His body stilled. Slowly, he turned fully to me, his brows draw
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-26
Chapter: Chapter 175Aaliyah’s POVMy heart pounded so loudly I feared he could hear it. Could it be…? Did something break through that fog in his mind? His eyes were narrowed, brows pinched like he was fighting with himself, struggling to remember something.I swallowed hard, trying to control my voice. “Where… where have you seen this ring before?” I asked, holding my hand steady.He rubbed his temples, almost as if the effort to remember was physically painful. His jaw clenched. “I don’t know. I’m trying to place it. I’ve seen it before… I know I have.”My pulse quickened. “Did you… maybe… gift it to someone?”The moment the words left my mouth, recognition flickered across his face. His eyes widened and for a second, hope surged in me so strongly it almost made me dizzy.“You’re right,” he murmured, almost to himself. “Yes. I did give it to someone.”I held my breath. My nails dug into my palm under the table. “You did?”Slowly, he lifted his gaze back to me. “Yes. But… how do you know that?” His v
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-25
Chapter: Chapter 174Aaliyah’s POV I heard footsteps approach the door. Each one felt like it was crushing against my chest, heavier, louder, until my heart was no longer beating at a normal pace but pounding like a drum. My palms grew damp and I pressed them against the sides of my dress, trying to calm myself, but it was no use. I could hear my own breathing in my ears.The lock clicked, and then the door finally opened.His eyes met mine.I froze. Just like that, every word I had rehearsed in my head vanished. He stood there, taller than I remembered, his frame filling the doorway. His eyes darkened almost immediately when recognition hit—or maybe not recognition, just annoyance. His brows pulled together in a frown.“What are you doing here?” His voice was firm, guarded, the kind of tone meant to chase someone away.I forced a smile, though my lips trembled. “I came to apologize for earlier.”His gaze didn’t soften. If anything, it grew sharper, like he didn’t believe me for a second. But after a m
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-09-24
Chapter: Chapter 78It was a beautiful wedding day, set in a charming open area surrounded by tall, swaying palm trees that gently rustled in the warm breeze. The sun shone brightly, casting a soft glow over the small gathering of finely decorated chairs and tables. The decorations were simple yet elegant, perfectly complementing the serene atmosphere. White linen draped gracefully over golden chairs, each adorned with delicate sprigs of greenery and small white flowers, adding a touch of nature to the setting. A golden arch stood at the front, decorated with flowing white fabric and clusters of vibrant blooms in soft pastel colours. The small tables were dressed in light-coloured tablecloths, each holding a single vase filled with fresh flowers, bringing a pop of colour to the scene. Flickering candles were placed on the tables, ready to light up as the sun began to set, casting a warm and inviting glow. Steadily, the guests began to find their seats, creating a cozy atmosphere filled wit
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-20
Chapter: Chapter 77SIX MONTHS LATER “There has once again been a notable increase in the stock sales of the F&S corporation, which is currently in partnership with the well-known Te-Sumi company. The stocks are rising at a remarkably fast pace, and it is advisable for anyone interested to—”The driver lowered the volume of the radio as the passenger he was carrying wanted to make a phone call.Seated behind him was Mr. Te-Sumi, accompanied by another man who was the one making the call. After finishing his conversation, the man turned to his boss, Mr. Te-Sumi.“I believe we don’t need to attend the meeting anymore, sir,” the man said confidently. Mr. Te-Sumi raised an eyebrow, indicating that he was curious and wanted to hear more about this statement.“Mr. Sullivan has finally woken up. With that, there’s no longer a need for us to meet with the board to discuss the idea of bringing in a new chairman,” the man explained, a hint of relief in his voice.Mr. Te-Sumi nodded in understanding. “I see your p
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-19
Chapter: Chapter 76Serena slowly opened her eyes to find herself staring at a bright white ceiling. A delicate chandelier hung gracefully from above, casting soft light around the room. She felt the tightness of an oxygen mask over her face, and a wave of dizziness and nausea washed over her. Confusion filled her mind as she wondered, where was she?It was obvious she was in a hospital ward, the sound of a beeping monitor beside her providing a rhythmic backdrop to her thoughts. She attempted to sit up, but her body felt heavy and unresponsive. What had happened to her?As she lay there, still and quiet, her memories began to flood back. She recalled the terrifying moment when Elene had her in a chokehold, while Frederick desperately tried to save her. She remembered they were talking a lot, but Serena could barely hear them as she struggled to break free from Elene’s tight grip. That was when Elene shot her and she collapsed.She attempted to lift her body once again, but it felt impossible. “Troy?
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-19
Chapter: Chapter 75A scoff slipped out from Elene’s lips. “After all these years, Frederick, it really took you this long to remember?”“You’ve changed so much,” he replied, trying to process his memories.“I had to change. It was necessary for me to stay close to you without raising any suspicions. Now, where were we? Ah, yes. I was about to ask you to leave peacefully, or else it won’t just be Serena who gets hurt.”Frederick let out a sigh. “I’m afraid I can’t do that. I can’t leave her.”Elene’s expression hardened, her brows knitting together in fury. “Oh, so you’re declaring war between us right now, are you?”“There won’t be any war, Elene. You need to let Serena go, and we can sort out whatever issues we have between us, like—”But before he could finish, a loud gunshot rang out, followed by a piercing scream from Serena. Elene had shot her in the other leg.“Serena!” Frederick shouted, sprinting towards her despite Elene now aiming the gun at him. Just as she was about to pull the trigger, Fred
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-18
Chapter: Chapter 74After the reunion, Frederick turned to one of the men who had come with him and instructed him to take Dhoti and Troy outside for their safety until he could return with Serena.However, Dhoti was not on board with this plan. “I want to go with you. Serena is still somewhere in here and I can't just leave her behind,” she said, her voice filled with desperation and concern.“Sir,” one of the armed men called out to Frederick, “the rest of our team has arrived.”Frederick nodded in acknowledgment. “Make sure to inform them to carefully observe the entire building. Search every nook and cranny and ensure that everyone is accounted for,” he instructed the man, who then stepped away to communicate via a burner phone.Frederick then turned his attention to Dhoti, speaking earnestly, “I care for Serena just as much as you do– and I love her deeply. You have to trust me, Dhoti. I will bring her back safely.”Dhoti hesitated for a moment, weighing her options, but eventually nodded, albeit re
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-18
Chapter: Chapter 73The room was cast in a soft, dim light, but the entrance remained shrouded in shadows. As the figure who had spoken stepped further inside, the first thing that caught Serena's eye was a striking head of red bobbed hair.That alone made Serena freeze on the spot, confusion setting over her as a sense of realisation and surprise washed her.As the light illuminated the person’s face, Serena confirmed it– Elene.Her eyes widened in disbelief, and her heart began to race uncontrollably. “It’s you?” she whispered, still grappling with the shock of seeing her.Troy pulled his mother closer to him, clearly frightened by the familiar face that had just emerged. Serena noticed his reaction and shot a fierce glare at Elene.“What have you done to my son?” she demanded, her voice laced with anger and fear.Elene simply smiled, a chilling expression that sent shivers down Serena's spine. “Oh him? Well, let me see how I can explain this. We had a little game, and he pissed me off, so I decided t
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-16
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