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Chapter 26: Oaths and Consequences
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A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 27: The Binding of Souls
"Wait," Ashlyn's voice cut through Penelope's oath like a knife. "You're not finished."Penelope's hand trembled mid-air. "What more could you possibly want?""Everything." Ashlyn's smile didn't reach her eyes. "If you break this oath, you forfeit everything.""What do you mean by everything?""Your family name. Your possessions. Your home." Ashlyn stepped closer. "Every single person who calls you family or friend."Gasps echoed through the banquet hall."You can't be serious," Penelope's voice shook."Dead serious." Ashlyn's eyes glinted. "Like your friend was."The color drained from Penelope's face. "Don't...""Don't what? Mention how the real Ashlyn died?" "That was an accident—""Was it?" Ashlyn's laugh was hollow. "Like the forged documents were an accident?"Penelope's hands clenched at her sides. "You're punishing me.""No, I'm protecting what's mine." Ashlyn circled her slowly. "Now swear it. Properly.""This is insane!" Christopher stepped forward. "You can't demand—""I c
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2024-11-22A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 28: Shifting Tides
"Please," Penelope's voice cracked as she knelt before Ashlyn. "I know I've wronged you. Can you ever forgive me?"The gathered crowd watched in stunned silence as the once-proud Penelope Cole debased herself.Ashlyn's lips curved into a cold smile. "Forgiveness? Oh, I forgive. But forget?" She leaned down, her whisper carrying across the silent hall. "Never."Penelope's shoulders shook as she rose unsteadily, mascara streaking her cheeks. She turned to flee, her heels clicking against the marble floor."Penelope, wait!" Christopher caught her arm. He turned to Ashlyn, face flushed with anger. "You've gone too far. This public humiliation—""Too far?" Ashlyn's laugh was crystalline. "Tell me, Christopher, what exactly have I done wrong?""You're being aggressive, vindictive—""By not submitting?" Ashlyn's eyebrow arched. "By not playing the meek little girl anymore?""That's not—""Shall we discuss who really has the right to be aggressive?" She began ticking off points on her manicur
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2024-11-22A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 29: "The Richardson Connection"
The crystal glasses clinked as Charles Richardson raised his flute. "To Knight Industries' bright future," he announced to the gathered elite in the grand ballroom. His eyes fixed on Ashlyn, standing at the center of attention in her crimson evening gown. "And to its remarkable CEO," he added, a slight tremor in his voice as he reached into his pocket, fingers brushing against a small vial. Ashlyn's lips curved into a practiced smile. "Your support means everything, Mr. Richardson." She moved closer, lowering her voice. "Though I can't help but wonder why the sudden show of loyalty?" "Can't an old friend of the family show support?" Richardson's hand trembled as he took another sip. From across the room, Christopher Cole watched the exchange, his conversation with board members forgotten. "Excuse me, gentlemen." He made his way toward the pair, only to be intercepted by Penelope. "They seem rather cozy tonight," Penelope remarked, her champagne untouched. "Almost too cozy." "Si
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2024-12-08A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 30: "Paper Trail"
Penelope's heels clicked against the marble floor of Knight Industries' records department. At 2 AM, the vast room lay silent except for the hum of climate control systems."Ms. Cole, these records are restricted," the night archivist, Jenkins, wrung his hands nervously. "Even with your clearance—""My family owns twelve percent of this company," Penelope interrupted, sliding an envelope across his desk. "And this says you took a long coffee break."Jenkins pocketed the envelope. "Section A-7. Security cameras go dark for maintenance at 2:15 AM. You have twenty minutes."Among the towering shelves, Penelope pulled out files dated around Ashlyn's death. A familiar voice made her freeze."Looking for something specific?" Jonathan emerged from between the shelves."Jesus!" Penelope clutched the files. "What are you doing here?""Following the money." He held up a financial ledger. "You?""Following the dead." She hesitated, then added, "Want to compare notes?"They spread the documents a
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2024-12-10A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 31: "Hidden Chamber"
Diana Knight's old laboratory stood abandoned on the outskirts of the city. Christopher disabled the security system, leading Penelope and Jonathan through darkened corridors."This is where Diana did her private research," Christopher explained, shining his flashlight along the walls."Look at these marks," Jonathan traced scratches on the floor. "Someone moved heavy equipment recently.""Over here!" Penelope called from Diana's office. She stood before a massive painting of DNA helixes.Christopher examined the frame. "There's a seam..."The painting swung forward, revealing a keypad. Jonathan connected his tablet to it."Military-grade encryption," he muttered. "But every system has a—got it."The wall slid aside, exposing a sterile white corridor sloping downward."Ladies first?" Jonathan gestured."Coward," Penelope smirked, leading the way.They descended into a vast chamber filled with medical equipment and rows of empty containment pods."What is this place?" Penelope whispere
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2024-12-10A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 32: "Blood Ties"
Penelope clutched her chest, blood seeping through her fingers. The mark had begun bleeding an hour ago, glowing with an intense blue light."Hold still," Christopher pressed a bandage against it. "The bleeding's getting worse.""It's not just blood anymore," Jonathan examined a sample under his portable microscope. "There's something else... something changing at the cellular level."Penelope's phone rang – Diana's number."Where are you?" Penelope demanded, putting it on speaker."Somewhere safe," Diana's voice was calm, clinical. "How's the transformation progressing?""What did you do to me?""I gave you a gift. The same gift I gave my daughter. Though your reaction is... fascinating."Christopher grabbed the phone. "She's dying, Diana.""No, she's evolving. Faster than expected, actually. Bring her to the old Riverside facility. We can help.""Like you helped Richardson?" Jonathan scoffed."Charles was weak. His DNA couldn't handle the changes. But Penelope... she has the right g
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The Riverside facility loomed before them, its abandoned exterior betraying nothing of the advanced technology within. Using Fake Ashlyn's key card, they entered through a service entrance."Movement sensors are active," Jonathan whispered, checking his tablet. "But they're not triggering alarms.""She's expecting us," Christopher helped support Penelope, whose skin now pulsed with blue light."Welcome home." Diana's voice echoed through hidden speakers. "Penelope, you're right on schedule.""Show yourself," Penelope demanded through gritted teeth."Follow the lights."Blue strips illuminated along the floor, leading deeper into the facility."It's too easy," Christopher warned."Easy?" Penelope laughed weakly. "Try feeling like your DNA is being rewritten."They followed the path to a vast circular chamber. Diana stood at its center, surrounded by holographic displays showing genetic sequences."My god," Jonathan breathed. "You're..."Diana turned, revealing glowing blue veins simila
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2024-12-13A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 34: "Awakening"
The medical facility beneath Knight Industries buzzed with activity as monitors surrounding Ashlyn's pod showed stable vital signs."Brain activity's increasing," Jonathan studied the readings. "She's waking up."Penelope placed her glowing hand on the pod. "I can feel her consciousness. She's... scared.""Wouldn't you be?" Christopher began the revival sequence. "She's been in stasis for years."The pod hissed open. Ashlyn's eyes fluttered."Where..." her voice was hoarse. "Diana... she...""Easy," Penelope helped her sit up. "You're safe now."Ashlyn focused on Penelope's glowing veins. "What happened to you?""Long story. How much do you remember?""Diana... experimenting. Said she found something in our DNA." Ashlyn touched her own neck. "She injected me with...""The blood oath serum," Christopher finished."It killed me. Or... I thought it did.""Diana preserved you," Jonathan explained. "While she perfected the process."Ashlyn noticed Fake Ashlyn standing in the corner. "You'r
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A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 128: Echoes of a Soul
The silence in the hospital room was deafening, broken only by the rhythmic beeping of the heart monitor. Victoria lay motionless, her face pale and serene, a stark contrast to the turmoil raging within Jenifer. The guilt, the grief, the crushing weight of responsibility threatened to suffocate her.“There has to be something we can do,” Jenifer whispered, her voice hoarse with desperation. She paced restlessly, her eyes darting around the room, searching for a glimmer of hope, a miracle.Alexander stood beside her, his hand resting gently on her shoulder, offering silent comfort. “The doctors have done everything they can, Jenifer,” he said, his voice filled with sadness. “There’s nothing more they can do.”“No!” Jenifer cried, shaking her head vehemently. “I can’t accept that. I won’t accept that. There has to be something. There just has to be.”Her gaze fell upon the ornate necklace she wore, the one that had triggered the initial body swap. The necklace, a relic from a forgotten
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 127: Shattered Glass
The air crackled with anticipation. Every eye in the Re-Zero Gala was fixed on Jenifer, waiting for her confession, for the revelation that would shatter the carefully constructed image of Isabella Romano. James, a smug satisfaction plastered across his face, watched from the sidelines, confident in his victory.Alexander squeezed Jenifer’s hand, a silent promise of unwavering support. He knew this was it, the moment of truth. He braced himself for the storm that was about to break.Jenifer stepped forward, her voice trembling slightly as she addressed the crowd. “I… I have something to tell you,” she began, her eyes scanning the faces in the audience. “Something that will change everything you think you know about me.”Suddenly, a commotion erupted near the entrance. Security guards scrambled, their faces etched with alarm. A figure burst through the crowd, pushing past the bewildered guests. It was Victoria Beckett, her face pale, her eyes wide with terror.“Alexander! Jenifer! Get
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance The Devil's Bargain
The revelation of Jenifer’s secret hung over them like a suffocating cloud. The initial shock had given way to a grim acceptance, but the fear of exposure, the potential fallout, remained a constant, gnawing presence. Alexander, true to his word, stood firmly by her side, offering unwavering support and love. But the weight of the world, it seemed, was about to come crashing down.The annual Re-Zero Gala, a glittering event celebrating sustainable technology and philanthropic endeavors, was fast approaching. It was a crucial event for the Romano Conglomerate, a chance to showcase their commitment to innovation and social responsibility. But this year, it felt like a trap, a stage set for a final, devastating act.The phone rang, shattering the uneasy silence that had settled over their penthouse. Jenifer answered, her hand trembling.“Isabella,” a voice rasped on the other end. It was James, his voice laced with a chilling calmness. “I trust you’re enjoying the calm before the storm.”
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 125: Checkmate
The cryptic phone call hung in the air, a chilling premonition of the storm to come. Jenifer knew Marcus Lee was closing in, and the threat to expose her secret – the truth about the body swap – felt like a loaded gun pointed directly at her heart.The days that followed were filled with a gnawing anxiety. She found herself constantly looking over her shoulder, scrutinizing every interaction, every phone call, every email. The trust she had carefully cultivated felt fragile, threatened by the impending exposure.One evening, while working late in her office, Jenifer received an unexpected visitor: James Beckett. He stood in the doorway, his face a mask of barely controlled rage.“James,” Jenifer said, her voice tight. “What are you doing here?”“I know,” he said, his voice low and menacing. “I know everything.”Jenifer’s heart skipped a beat. “What are you talking about?” she asked, feigning ignorance.“Don’t play coy with me, Isabella,” James snarled. “Or should I say… Jenifer Carlso
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 124: Scorched Earth
The prison walls might have confined Marcus Lee’s physical form, but they couldn’t contain his vengeful spirit. Even from behind bars, he orchestrated a campaign of economic sabotage, a scorched-earth policy aimed at crippling both the Beckett and Romano empires.The first strike hit Beckett Enterprises. A series of damaging leaks, revealing confidential product designs and strategic plans, surfaced online. The company’s stock plummeted, and competitors pounced, eager to exploit the vulnerability.“What the hell is going on?” Emily Beckett, now at the helm of her family’s company, shouted into the phone. Her voice was tight with panic. “Our stock is in freefall! We’re hemorrhaging money!”Jenifer, on the other end of the line, tried to remain calm. “We’re looking into it, Emily. It looks like a coordinated attack. Someone leaked sensitive information.”“Coordinated? Who would do this?” Emily demanded. “We’ve got enemies, sure, but nothing like this. This is… calculated. Surgical.”“We
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 123: Shadows in the Ledger
The Romano Tower hummed with activity, but beneath the polished veneer, a silent war was brewing. James Beckett, fueled by ambition and resentment, had launched his attack.Jenifer, still struggling to navigate the complexities of corporate life, found herself increasingly drawn into the conflict. The board meetings were no longer just confusing; they were tense, filled with veiled threats and subtle power plays."Something's not right," she said to Alexander one evening, pacing in front of the panoramic windows. The city lights seemed to mock her unease.Alexander, engrossed in a stack of documents, barely looked up. "What do you mean?""The numbers," Jenifer said, gesturing vaguely. "They don't add up. There are discrepancies, inconsistencies. It's like someone's deliberately trying to sabotage the company."Alexander finally looked up, his eyes narrowed. "Sabotage? By whom?""I don't know," Jenifer admitted. "But I have a feeling it's connected to your father's death. Someone wants
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 122: Echoes in the Grand
The board meeting had been a blur of jargon and power plays, leaving Jenifer feeling more lost than ever. Back in the penthouse, the city lights twinkled, mocking her confusion. She couldn’t shake the feeling that something was deeply wrong with Charles Romano’s death. The official story – a sudden heart attack – felt too neat, too convenient.“You’re quiet,” Alexander said, entering the living room. He carried a glass of amber liquid, the same one he always seemed to have in his hand after a long day.“Just… processing,” Jenifer replied, staring out the window. “That board meeting was like another language.”“You’ll learn,” Alexander said, taking a sip of his drink. “Or you can just look pretty and nod. Works either way.”Jenifer shot him a look. “I’d rather learn. But I’m also trying to figure out what happened to your father.”Alexander’s expression darkened. “The police are handling it.”“Are they?” Jenifer turned to face him. “Or are they just accepting the easy answer? A sudden
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 121: Gilding the Cage
The penthouse suite at the Romano Tower was less a home and more a gilded cage. Floor-to-ceiling windows offered a breathtaking panorama of New York City, but Jenifer, trapped within Isabella’s body, felt more like a display piece than a resident.She stood awkwardly amidst the minimalist décor, a stark contrast to the cozy, cluttered apartment she'd once shared with Kain. The silence was deafening, broken only by the distant hum of the city below.Alexander entered, loosening his tie. “You seem… lost.”Jenifer bristled. “Lost? I’m standing in the middle of a room the size of my old apartment. How could I be lost?”He raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement flickering in his eyes. “A figure of speech, Isabella. Are you settling in?”“Settling in? I have a walk-in closet bigger than my first job. What do you think?” She crossed her arms, the silk of her borrowed dress feeling foreign against her skin.“I take it that’s a no.” Alexander walked towards the bar, pouring himself a drink. "Y
A Wedding Vow of Vengeance Chapter 120: The Ghost of the Past
THIRD PERSON'S P.O.V.The limousine rolled through the streets of North Central New York, one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Philadelphia. Sterling and James are on their way to the "la fonte" hotel. This was the location where Sterling and James were told to meet Ferdinand the assassin. Sterling had contacted Ross Robert, one of the best contractors in the underworld, to help him get in contact with Ferdinand.The plan was simple; they would hire Ferdinand Giucerro, aka kill shot, to carry out the assassination of Vincenzo at the most public event the Romano family holds, the October 10th ball. Sterling aims to end Vincenzo publicly, therefore eliminating any possible trace of his death to either him or James. Since they will both be present at the ball as well.Sterling settled back into the plush leather seat of the limousine, his expression pensive as James shifted beside him. "So, partner," James began, his brow furrowed in thought, "you mentioned this 'Kill Shot' guy – t
