All words were silenced by his kiss, his lips were incredibly soft and the kiss was addictive.
Although it started as something forced, it quickly became something she craved and she eagerly kissed him back. They teased each other as if in a competition to see who would succumb first. Serena, with alcohol in her system and a warmth spreading through her body, felt like she was going to explode from Damien's teasing. She just needed an outlet for all that heat. Damien, with his seemingly cold heart, had lips that were not only soft but also cool, like delicious jelly, making her want to nibble them to quench the fire within her. His hands moved swiftly over Serena's body, noticing the rising heat emanating from her. His gaze darkened with intensity. Suddenly, he cursed under his breath and tore her clothes apart in one swift motion. Serena barely had time to react. Her husband was so rough, ripping her clothes like that. How was she supposed to go back without them? This bad man, was he doing it on purpose? Whether it was intentional or not, Damien wasn't ready to discuss it. He was more focused on punishing this restless woman, making her regret ever provoking him. This woman was one thing, but the fact that she dared to take something to enhance her mood was what really set Damien's anger ablaze. His actions were anything but gentle; they were downright rough. Serena's rationality was completely shattered and she found herself craving Damien's straightforward intensity. It was as if their bodies had reached an unspoken agreement, each taking and giving in turn. After three exhausting hours, Serena was too tired to even lift a finger. This man was something else. Damien emerged from the shower, wrapped in a robe, with a noticeable scratch across his chest—a testament to their recent passionate encounter. Serena's gaze was bold and unrestrained as she admired his well-toned physique. Droplets of water traced down his defined muscles and the towel draped over him seemed to hold a tantalizing allure. Under the dim light, she unabashedly took in every inch of him from top to bottom. Though she'd touched him many times before, he remained irresistibly captivating. Damien didn't shy away from her brazen stare, allowing her eyes to roam freely over him. "Ready for another round?” "Mr. Kade, you're full of energy, but I must admit defeat," Serena replied with a playful smile. "Weren't you just keeping up? What's changed?" Serena couldn't back down from a challenge like this. She smirked, "Honey, I've heard too much can be bad for you. I'm just looking out for you. There's always tomorrow..." Damien didn't call her bluff. Instead, he dressed and approached the sofa, lifting Serena's chin with his hand. "Let me warn you, as my wife, staying in line is the least I expect. If I catch you misbehaving again, don't blame me for being harsh." "If you're looking for fun or excitement, you can always come to me. I'll make sure you're satisfied since our chemistry is undeniable..." Damein released her chin and gently patted her rosy cheek. "Got it?" Serena suddenly burst into laughter, her eyes filled with blatant teasing. "Mr. Kade, are you kidding? You've been having way more fun out there than I have! I'm just playing around, but you've been making headlines with the real deal. Haven't you noticed?" Damein raised an eyebrow slightly. "You shouldn't believe those gossip stories..." "Come on, Mr. Kade, can't own up to your actions? What kind of man does that make you?" Damein looked at Serena's face and suddenly smiled. "What? Are you jealous?" Serena quickly shook her head. "Not at all, not at all. It's all just fun and games. But next time, use protection, okay? I don't want to catch anything." Damein's expression darkened instantly. After a moment, he turned and walked away. Serena lay back on the large sofa, feeling satisfied as she watched Damien leave in anger. "Mr. Kade, you ruined my clothes. You owe me a new outfit, don't you think?" Damien had reached the door but paused at her words. After he left, he still arranged for someone to deliver a dress to Serena and even had someone personally escort her home. When Serena changed into the dress, she noticed two men, looking like bodyguards, standing outside the door. Serena thought, "Seriously?" Damien had actually sent people to keep an eye on her. How shameless could he be? The dress he sent was a long black gown. On Serena, it looked like a black rose blooming in the night, striking and radiant. The two bodyguards glanced at her briefly before quickly averting their eyes, not daring to look any longer. Serena stepped out the door and the two bodyguards followed closely behind her like shadows. She turned around, flashing a charming smile, "Gentlemen, what are you up to?” The two bodyguards spoke in a formal manner, "Miss Vale, Mr. Kade has asked us to personally escort you back, so please, Miss Vale, if you would." The two towering bodyguards gestured for her to follow. Serena glanced outside. It was only around 1 a.m., the peak time for the bar's lively atmosphere. "But my friend is still inside. I want to find her first..." The tall bodyguards insisted, "Miss Vale, you should come with us." Their meaning was clear. Serena wasn't pleased. "I came here with my friend, if I'm leaving, I should at least tell her. What if she get worried and call the police when she can't find me?" "Besides, my bag and phone are still inside. Can you let me go in and get them?" One of the bodyguards offered, "Miss Vale, we can go in and retrieve your belongings for you." Serena firmly refused, "No way. My friend don't know you. Why would she trust strangers to give you my stuff? How about this, you can come in with me..." Serena pleaded, "There are important things in my bag and my phone has important stuff too..." Seeing her pitiful expression, the bodyguards finally relented. They accompanied Serena back inside to get her things.Serena's smile faded and her expression turned serious. "I need you to investigate something for me about the Kade Corporation's fashion designs department. It's an old brand that's been playing it safe for years, especially in the last two. It's fallen from grace and for a brand as big as the Kade’s, that shouldn't be happening. I suspect someone might be sabotaging them...""Is that why you joined their fashion design department? Did Damien send you to investigate this matter for him?"Serena shook her head. "Damien, that old fox. There's no way he'd let me handle something he wants to investigate himself! I think he brought me into the fashion design department to keep Katrina in check. If Katrina makes progress there, it could threaten Damien's position as the head of the family. By having me balance Katrina out, he can just sit back and reap the benefits..."Maureen chimed in, "He doesn't know your true identity, does he? Sending you in to balance Katrina without knowing who you
She didn't care about fashion trends; she valued her freedom more.Work for Damien? Could he even afford her salary? Payment in kind? Not a chance, even though she was intrigued by his status and found it somewhat appealing. But so what?Damien wasn't upset. He looked at Serena and said, "This morning, Marcus came to see me. He recommended someone for the company's fashion design department…”Damien paused, watching Serena's expression, teasing her curiosity with a sly smile. "I thought you might be interested, but since you're not, never mind."Serena suddenly recalled Katrina's confident expression earlier that day. It seemed Katrina hadn't given up on Marcus yet!But why did she dislike seeing them together? It wasn't jealousy or envy. She just simply didn't want them to be a couple.What should she do?Serena had heard that the Kade Corporation's fashion business had been in a state of profit and loss for years. Such a prestigious brand, yet it was constantly losing money. It was
"Mr. Kade, when did I ever say I wanted to work for the Kade Corporation? Can you even afford my salary?"Damien leaned forward, a playful glint in his eyes. "If I can't afford your salary, there are other ways to compensate."Serena chuckled, her fingers lightly tracing Damien's outrageously handsome face. "This face is quite something and the body isn't bad either. Are you suggesting some kind of... physical payment?"Instead of backing off, Damien leaned in closer. "Why don't you take another look? This face, this body, calling it 'not bad' is an understatement. There are countless women out there who would love to have me, but not everyone gets the chance."The implication was clear: she wasn't losing out; she was getting a great deal.Serena had to admit, Damien's shamelessness was impressive. But when she thought about it, he had a point. With looks and a physique like his, he was sure to turn heads wherever he went.Serena gently traced her fingers over Damien's smooth cheek.
I don't care, but you do, if a word of this gets to the old lady through someone with an agenda, it wouldn't be good, would it?"With his arms suddenly empty, Damein's eyes held a mysterious depth. "Thinking of me like that?""Of course, you're my husband now. If I don't care for you, who will?"The sly fox settled comfortably on the soft sofa across from him, leisurely picking up a magazine.The magazine was filled with the latest seasonal fashion trends and various gowns, all from the youngest famous designer, Aria.The Kade family business covered many areas, including jewelry design, fashion design and automobile manufacturing, among others.Watching the little fox engrossed in the magazine, Damien sighed deeply and called out to the person outside the door, "Come in."The person who entered was Brandon, the clothing manager. Initially, he didn't notice the person sitting in the corner of the sofa and walked directly to Damien with precision."Mr. Kade, here is this year's fashion
Hearing the commotion at the first-floor reception, he thought something was up. Instead, he saw the guards trying to force Serena out.Marcus laughed, "Oh! I wondered who it was.Turns out it's you, you witch."Serena hadn't expected to run into Marcus here, of all places.She retorted, "Marcus, you better watch your mouth. After all, I'm your Aunt-in-law! Disrespect me and I'll have your uncle deal with you!""Ha..." Marcua spat, pulling out his phone to show her a picture Katrina had sent him. "Oh, Aunt-in-law, huh? How pathetic! How does it feel to be dumped right after getting the marriage certificate?""Do you even know what kind of person my uncle is? You dare play games with him? You'll just end up alone, left on your own on your wedding day. How does that feel? Not great,right?"Serena frowned slightly but didn't truly get angry.She replied coolly, "Are you done talking?"Marcus shouted, "Not yet! Since you're all alone, why not be my lover? I'll spoil you! Make you happy ev
It was only when Serena reached the door that she realized she had forgotten to bring the keys to the villa.At that moment, she truly felt homeless.Before she could decide where to go, Katrina appeared. She approached Serena, dropping all pretenses. "Do you know why Damien married you? That untouchable heartbreaker, no one could ever tie him down. You don't actually think you're special, do you?"Serena pretended not to hear a thing.Katrina, furious, spat out, "Because you're a free ride, right? No one's going to pass up on that, being with you is no different than being with any other woman out there, sooner or later, that man will kick you out."Serena looked directly at Katrina's now unmasked face and smiled. "Even if I get dumped, that's my business. I'm just that kind of person, I guess. I like the feeling of being abandoned, if you don't like it, step aside...""Serena, don't get too cocky."Katrina was so angry she nearly ground herteeth to dust. She was both furious and hel