INICIAR SESIÓNMy life had changed in ways I once thought impossible.Every morning, I woke beside Adrian, the man who had hurt me but later worked hard to earn another chance. Our marriage was no longer built on force or fear. We listened to each other, respected our decisions, and faced our problems together.One evening, Adrian found me reviewing Lumina’s latest reports.“Still working, sweetheart?” he asked.I smiled. “Our international partnership is opening new markets. I can’t afford to relax yet.”He pulled a chair beside me. “I’m proud of you. You’ve built something remarkable.”“And I’m proud of how far Laurent Group has come,” I replied. “We both worked hard to get here.”He kissed my forehead. “And we’ll keep supporting each other.”For the first time, success no longer came with loneliness. I had a husband who respected my ambitions, children who filled our home with laughter, and a business that continued to grow.I sometimes remembered the humiliation I endured in the early days, when
Lia stared at her parents across the visiting room, waiting for them to explain why they had come.Her mother took a breath. “We came to tell you that Serena and Adrian got married yesterday.”For a moment, Lia’s face changed. Her fingers tightened around the edge of the table, and jealousy flashed through her eyes.Serena had everything Lia once wanted. Adrian, the luxurious life, the happy family, and now a wedding where people celebrated her instead of questioning her place.“And I suppose everyone was there, celebrating her like she’s some kind of queen?” Lia asked bitterly.Her father frowned. “Lia.”She quickly lowered her eyes and forced a smile.“I’m sorry. I’m happy for her,” she said, though the words sounded empty. “She deserves to be happy.”Her mother searched her face. “Do you truly mean that?”Lia nodded. “Of course. I know I made mistakes, and I’m paying for them now. Serena has every right to live her life.”Her father leaned forward. “Do you understand why you ended
The children chatted excitedly as we left the wedding behind.“Only if there’s another special occasion,” Adrian told Elias when he asked to wear his wedding suit again.“Then we should have special occasions every week,” Elias replied.I laughed. We were going home together.Emma rode with us for part of the journey. When the children became distracted by the lights outside, she turned toward me.“I found out who caused the disturbance at the wedding,” she said. “It was Nathan.”My smile faded. “What did he want?”“He said his father removed him from the position he expected to take at Hale Corporation. He wanted you to speak to the chairman and ask him to reconsider.”Nathan had hurt me, and I wasn’t going to pretend otherwise. Still, I remembered how he had helped me before Lumina even existed, when I had little to offer him in return. I felt sorry for him, though pity did not mean I had forgotten what happened.“Did he say anything else?” I asked.“Only that he wanted to speak to
“Serena, do you take Adrian as your husband?”The officiant’s question brought me back to the moment, but my thoughts were still on the disturbance outside.Who had come to our wedding, and why had Emma looked at me that way?A gentle touch on my hand interrupted my thoughts.“Serena,” Adrian whispered.I turned toward him.He was watching me with concern. “Are you alright?”I nodded, forcing a smile. “Yes. I’m sorry. I got distracted.”He squeezed my fingers. “Look at me, sweetheart. It’s just you and me now. Nothing else matters.”His words calmed me. I looked into his eyes, reminding myself why I was standing beside him.This was our day. I wouldn’t let anything take that away from us.The officiant repeated his question.I took a deep breath and smiled at Adrian.“Yes,” I answered clearly. “I take Adrian Laurent as my husband. I choose him today, not because I have to, but because I love him. I promise to respect him, support him, and stand beside him through the good days and the
The noise outside continued, growing louder as the guests turned toward the entrance.I frowned, my fingers tightening around Adrian’s hands.“What is happening?” I whispered.Adrian’s expression darkened. “I don’t know, but someone needs to handle it.”Neither of us wanted our wedding interrupted. We had waited for this day, and I refused to let anyone ruin it.“Do you think someone is trying to cause trouble?” I asked.“Whatever it is, I’ll make sure it doesn’t ruin our day.”Before I could respond, I noticed Emma rising from her seat. She exchanged a few words with one of the security guards before heading toward the entrance with several guards following her.I watched them leave, hoping the problem would be settled quickly.The guests began whispering among themselves, and the officiant paused, waiting for the disturbance to end.I squeezed Adrian’s hands.“I’m sorry this is happening,” he murmured.I shook my head. “You didn’t cause it. Let’s just hope Emma handles it.”He nodde
The next morning, The Laurent estate had been transformed into a breathtaking wedding venue. White roses covered the flower arches, crystal lights sparkled above the guests, and elegant decorations filled the gardens. Every detail reflected the wealth of the Laurent family, yet the atmosphere felt warm and intimate. Guests arrived from different parts of the country and abroad. Influential business figures, major investors, and loyal partners filled the rows of white chairs, exchanging greetings as they waited for the ceremony to begin. “This wedding is going to be remembered for years,” one investor remarked. His companion smiled. “Especially with Adrian Laurent finally getting his happy ending.” Near the altar, Adrian adjusted his suit for the third time. His father noticed and chuckled. “If you keep doing that, you’ll ruin your jacket.” “'m nervous to see how beautiful she's going to look.” Victor laughed and placed a hand on his shoulder. “You really have lost your confid
He smiled. Soft. Warm. Almost boyish. “There you are,” he murmured. My heart dropped. Because even now… He still thought I was Lia. He stepped in, jacket already off, shirt partially unbuttoned, the scent of whiskey and cologne clinging to him. His movements were unstable from drinking, but ther
The days before the wedding passed like a blur I couldn’t escape. People moved in and out of the house carrying fabrics, jewelry, flowers, and invitations while I stood in the middle of it all feeling completely detached. Measurements were taken and dresses were fitted. Every room was filled with
“There’s a family willing to help us,” my mother explained quickly. “Very powerful. Very wealthy. But they have conditions.”My stomach tightened. “What kind of conditions?” I asked.My sister let out a soft, shaky breath. “They want their son to be married so that they can get a grandchild out of
That night, I sat alone in the vast bedroom that wasn’t mine, wearing a white light robe they had given me after the wedding with no panties under. My hands were clenched so tightly in my lap that my nails left little crescent marks on my palms. I felt nervous.The door opened.He stepped in, jacke







