Semua Bab The CEO’s Obsession: Layla, You’re Not Allowed to Die: Bab 581 - Bab 590

Hannah’s concerns weren’t unfounded. During their meeting earlier that day, they had finalized the first feature story for the magazine’s debut issue—Scarlett Dixon and a group of elite society wives.Among them were women from scholarly families, heiresses from centuries-old lineages, and even a former award-winning actress. Each of them had once dazzled in their youth, only to retreat into domestic life after marriage.Layla wanted to help them shine again—to rediscover the confident, radiant women they used to be. And through their stories, she hoped to offer insight and encouragement to other women considering marriage.The first issue was critical. Most new magazines relied on celebrities to generate buzz and visibility. But that path was overdone, uninspired.From the very beginning, Layla had wanted something different. Featuring society wives was both novel and powerful. It offered conversation, creativity, and a deeper narrative. Still, persuading a group of pampered socia

“Looks like things have been going a little too well for you lately, Miss Xander. Forgotten you’re still on the Lucas family’s blacklist?” Gwen met Layla’s gaze without backing down. “Putting Mrs. Lucas on the cover of your magazine—what’s the real agenda?“She and the other ladies you’ve picked have all stepped away from the spotlight. Some haven’t been seen in public for years. What’s the benefit in photographing them? Who’s going to buy that?“Are you really trying to build a magazine? Or are you just using this as a way to suck up to Mrs. Lucas and get under Mr. Lucas Sr.’s skin at the same time? Two birds, one stone. Gotta say, not a bad strategy.”Layla’s smile didn’t quite reach her eyes. “Miss Harris, you really do live up to your reputation as a reporter. Give you the tiniest bit of information, and suddenly you’re spinning entire conspiracy theories out of thin air. That’s some impressive imagination.”Gwen’s expression darkened. “You really are something, Miss Xander.”

A week later, Scarlett arrived at QS Entertainment with a group of well-dressed society ladies in tow.As the office door opened, the women caught sight of Layla seated calmly next to Hannah. They all stopped in their tracks, instinctively turning to look at Scarlett.But Scarlett didn’t miss a beat. She strode across the room in her heels, took a seat at the conference table, and casually waved for the others to join her.The women exchanged uncertain glances.What was going on? Scarlett and Layla were sitting together like old friends.Then, when they were told Layla was the lead photographer for the magazine, the room fell into stunned silence.One of the women couldn’t help but ask, “Mrs. Lucas, did you know all along that she was the photographer?”Scarlett nodded matter-of-factly. “She’s the one who invited me.”“What?”The room stirred with murmurs. This wasn’t what anyone expected.Wasn’t Scarlett supposed to be at odds with Layla?Only Mrs. Young looked genuinely pl

Meanwhile, the air inside the car was thick with heat and indulgence.Xena sat half-reclined against the car door, clothes disheveled, her dress hitched up to her upper thighs, revealing a pair of pale, slender legs. On the other side, Sean calmly adjusted his shirt, his expression unreadable. He was completely different from the man who had just lost control moments ago.There was no denying it. Xena had the allure of a temptress.Compared to her, Kiera’s modest, conservative nature felt dull and uninspiring.That was exactly why Sean kept falling for Xena’s tricks, over and over again. Even though he knew it was dangerous, he couldn’t help himself.Today, it was a photo of her in black stockings that pushed him over the edge. He had agreed to meet, and the second he got in the car, those long legs were already wrapped around his waist.They hadn’t seen each other in days. His desire had built up too much. He gave in, completely, forgetting that they were still in the company’

Back at the Xander estate, ever since Xena returned from the nursing home, she had kept to herself and barely spoken to anyone in the family.The Xanders assumed she was still reeling from the shock and simply needed time to process everything, so they didn’t push her.Mrs. Xander, watching her daughter shuffle around in a daze, couldn’t help but feel heartbroken. She sighed for the tenth time that day.“This is karma, isn’t it? How did things end up like this?“It’s been so long, and Layla’s still alive—so why does Mr. Perry Sr. still hold such a grudge against Xena? I really thought…”Her voice trailed off into another heavy sigh.Mr. Xander, growing irritated by her lamenting, finally snapped, “Enough already. If you sigh a few more times, you’re going to suck the luck right out of this house.“You were the one who pushed her to get pregnant in the first place. Said if she had a baby, Mr. Perry Sr. would be thrilled, and Felix would definitely propose.“Well? Look where that