Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Lion Queen of Business in Reverse: Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 10

The two stepped onto the dance floor and Edward gently wrapped his arm around Alicia's waist, her hand on his shoulder. In time with the music, they began to spin gracefully."Remember when we were little and learnt to dance in your back garden?" Edward asked softly, a nostalgic glint in his eyes.Alicia laughed, "How could I forget? You were always stepping on my feet back then, and we were both as clumsy as two little bears."Edward smiled back, "It seems we've both improved a lot."They danced on the dance floor as if they were back in those carefree childhood days. Alicia felt a long-lost sense of camaraderie and warmth, and she found herself enjoying this wonderful moment of reunion.However, this beautiful moment was soon interrupted. A brightly dressed young woman suddenly appeared beside them and said in a shrill voice, "Edward, so there you are! I've been looking for you for ages."Alicia recognised the woman as Edward's cousin, Sophia Hart. Sophia had always had a soft spot

"Look at that, what a touching scene," Maria said conspiratorially, "Our little Alethea has finally found someone to lean on."Elizabeth sneered, "Yeah, didn't think she had it in her. Edward Hart is a rare golden master, I wonder what tricks she used to hook up."Alicia felt a surge of anger rise up, but she forced herself to remain calm. She gracefully straightened Edward's jacket, then looked directly at the two elders, her tone calm and firm:"Dear Aunt Maria, Aunt Elizabeth, I understand your curiosity about my friendship with Edward. However, I must correct your misconceptions. Edward and I grew up together, and our relationship is pure and genuine, and in no way is it the kind of relationship you have IMAGINARY."Maria grunted dismissively, "Don't pretend, Alicia. After your father's death, your family's status was in tatters. Now that you're suddenly so close to the Hart family's second son, aren't you just trying to climb up the power ladder?"Alicia smiled faintly, a hint of

Over the next few days, Alicia's hospital room became a small parlour. Family, friends and business associates came to visit. Everyone acted concerned and friendly, but Alicia always felt a little uncomfortable. She began to scrutinise the expressions, words and actions of each visitor, trying to pick up clues.William and Richard were among the first relatives to visit. They brought expensive gifts and hypocritical care."Dear niece," William said with a beaming smile, "we are so happy to see you safe and sound."Richard nodded in agreement, "Yes, we were all terrified. I heard you lost some of your memories?"Alicia was keenly aware of the looks exchanged by her uncles. She decided to act like she knew nothing about the details of the crash." The doctor said it was normal and that it might take a while for your memory to fully return."William and Richard looked relieved. They exchanged a few more pleasantries and excused themselves, leaving Alicia alone with her thoughts. She was b

Early morning sunlight poured in through the soaring glass walls of the Stewart Building, casting a soft golden glow over the boardroom. The spacious oval conference table was surrounded by executives in suits, who talked in low voices and glanced at the door from time to time, waiting for the main character of the day to arrive.The door was suddenly pushed open, and all eyes focused on the figure that walked slowly in. Alicia Stewart, the young heiress, stood there, her gaze firmly scanning the room. She wore a well-tailored dark blue suit that framed her slender figure. The trademark long blonde hair was neatly coiled behind her head, accentuating her angular yet soft face.Despite her long hospitalisation, Alicia looked refreshed, with a faint smile on her face and a glint of wisdom in her eyes. She walked gracefully over to the main seat, nodding her head gently in greeting before taking her seat."Good morning, everyone." Alicia's voice was clear and confident, "It is a pleasure

Alice sat in her father's study, surrounded by files and ledgers. The sunlight streaming through the half-open blinds on the window cast shadows on the floor, creating a pattern of light and darkness. The room was filled with a faint smell of leather and old books, reminding her of the days when her father taught her to read. The room had always been a sacred place for her father, and even after his death, Alice rarely entered it. But now, in search of the truth, she had to break this taboo.Her fingers gently caressed a thick ledger, which she had found in her father's safe. The safe was hidden in a secret compartment behind the bookshelf, and Alice might never have discovered it if she had not accidentally bumped into the mechanism. Her heart raced as she opened the safe, not knowing what secrets it would reveal.Opening the yellowed pages, she saw a string of numbers and company names. Alice frowned, the transfer records were complex and suspicious, involving several companies name