Serena’s POV:Finally, I got to leave the hospital today. The nurses have been helping me pack up my things from the room, into a bag. It's been three days and I'm starting to get cranky in here. I sat on the hospital bed, flipping through a magazine. Mr Vincent had to go to work but chose to come see me first. He is standing nearby, checking his phone.Vincent smiles at me “I'm so glad you're feeling better. How about we make this weekend memorable? You deserve some luxury after being cooped up here.”I smiled “That sounds nice, but I don't want to be a burden”, my smile was weak, being cooped up in here for that long made me feel more stressed out. What I should be doing is resting, and not making memorable nights with Mr Vincent.Mr Vincent places his hands on my shoulder. “Nonsense. It's settled then. You're coming with me.”“I'll be fine, sir. Thank you though, for the thought and consideration. Nice gesture coming from you”, I teased him so he wouldn't feel bad about me not taki

Dear [Reader],I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to extend my sincerest apologies for the delay in releasing the next chapters of [CEOs Play Thing]. I understand and deeply regret any frustration or disappointment this may have caused you.I want to be transparent with you about the reason behind the delay. Over the past few months, I have been grappling with significant mental health challenges. These struggles have affected my ability to focus and maintain the creative momentum needed to produce new chapters of the book. It has been a difficult period, and I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it has caused you as a reader.I want to assure you that I have sought professional help and support to address my mental health issues. Through therapy, self-care practices, and the unwavering support of loved ones, I am grateful to say that I am now in a much better place mentally and emotionally.With that said, I am fully committed to completing [CEOs Play Thing] and de

SERENA’S POV:Coming home late that Saturday night wasn't as I expected. I knew Alexander was gonna be mad at me for keeping him. My face was weary and my shoulders slumped. I saw Alexander pacing back and forth, immediately he confronted me.”Where have you been all day, Serena”? He lashes out angrily. “I was at Mr. Vincent's house, sorting out some work-related issues,” I said defensively, but Alex remained suspicious. When did he become so overly possessive of me? “Mr. Vincent's house? Really? And what were you doing there all day”?“It's not what you think, Alexander. It was strictly professional”.

Serena’s POV:“Oh, that's very generous of you, Mr. Vincent. But I'm not sure if I can go”.“And why is that, Serena? Paris is a wonderful city to visit, especially during the holiday season. I thought you'd be thrilled”“It's not that I don't want to go, Mr. Vincent. It's just... I'm enrolled in night classes, and I'm already falling behind. The trip might set me back even further. I'm thrilled that you even considered me”. Which is strange after all that has happened in the past two weeks. I mean we're still getting to hang out around each other even with the weirdness between us. I don't know, I don't like this. If I go with him to Paris he'd won't be able to get a hold of himself. Vincent will surely use this opportunity to try something with me in Paris, and that's all I'm trying to avoid at all costs, even if it means missing out on Paris. “I understand your concern, Serena. But this is a chance for you to experience something new and to strengthen your connection with the compa

Serena’s POV: “Thank you, thank you”, I threw some money at the cab driver, in a heist to arrive at the office before Mr. Vincent.  “Hey! Crazy woman! Don’t you want your change!”? “No! Keep it!” Entering the walkway is even tougher. I had to get through amidst people just to get to my office, the hallway was packed. As I approached my office, Mr Vincent was already in his office. I quickly brushed up. I know, if I act like I was coming from the break room, he would think I've been in the building since. Wait that's not… “You're late, Serena”. Mr Vincent's voice resonated in me with fear. Oh