Semua Bab CEO Wants Me: Heiress Has Risen Again!: Bab 151 - Bab 160

Rhea's POV The footage began to spool. I watched intently, my mind racing. Who would do this? Why this specific, gruesome message? My laughter earlier had been a nervous reaction, a defense mechanism against the unsettling truth: someone truly hated me enough to send such a violent warning. And Richard’s name echoed in my mind. Was this his handiwork? Or someone else he’d set loose? The minutes ticked by, slow and methodical. The occasional glint of sunlight off a passing car, the blur of a delivery person, a group of laughing interns entering the building. Nothing. No one. The box simply wasn't there in the earlier footage. “Pause.” I commanded, a sudden thought striking me, “Rewind about… fifteen minutes before I arrived.” Fiona tapped the screen. The footage reversed, then played forward again. I watched, my gaze unwavering. The empty spot where the box had been, then suddenly, it was there and then I arrived. No figure, no vehicle, no human interaction. It just… appeared. I r

Rhea's Pov I spent the rest of the day in a state of hyper-awareness. Marcus was a constant shadow, his presence a stark reminder of the danger lurking just outside my immediate bubble. Fiona kept me updated on her progress with the security logs, but so far, nothing suspicious had turned up. It was frustrating, unsettling.When the workday finally ended, I insisted on going home, needing the comfort of my familiar surroundings. Alaric called me later that night saying that he couldn't come home immediately, his voice tight with suppressed anger as he relayed the details of his confrontation with Richard. He agreed that the rat package was an anomaly, but still believed Richard capable of such a thing if it served a purpose. He also confirmed his heightened security measures around Xander.Sleep was elusive. Every creak of the floorboards, every rustle of leaves outside my window, sent a jolt of adrenaline through me. My mind raced, trying to put the pieces together. Who else would w

Rhea's POV“I agree that Ginny should come to work at the company until I'm back…” I started but was cut off before I finished. “That's a good call! Ginny, quickly stand up and thank Rhea for the opportunity. As long as Ginny is in the company, nothing will…” I chuckled, my laughter stopping what they were saying. They were really thinking that I would give Ginny the chance to head the company, even if it was for a short while? What a joke! “I’m sorry. You looked so eager that I couldn't help but laugh. What I mean is that Ginny will work as an assistant. My assistant, Fiona will take over all official work until I arrive and Ginny will be there to assist her. That is the decision that I arrived at.” Silence. There was nothing but silence at first. Even the drop of a pin could easily be heard with how quiet the entire place was. Ginny's mouth was wide open, the words she wanted to say stuck in her throat. Howard was shaking in anger while Rachel, sweet Rachel who had no ide

Rhea's Pov Ginny’s words were clipped, forced out as if each syllable caused her physical pain. Howard and Rachel exchanged a quick, almost imperceptible glance, a flash of relief mingled with what looked like a calculating triumph. “A wise decision, Ginny.” I said, my voice smooth as silk, a stark contrast to the acid churning in my gut, “I commend your newfound pragmatism.” My smile didn't reach my eyes, “Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have urgent matters to attend to. My vacation plans, among other things, require my immediate attention.”I turned, a dismissive flick of my wrist signaling the end of our little family drama. But before I could take a step, a cool, clammy hand clamped around my wrist. It was Ginny’s. Her grip was surprisingly strong, almost desperate.“Wait,” She rasped, her voice barely above a whisper, “Rhea… if I… if I work hard. If I prove myself… will I… will I have a chance? A chance to become the head of the company later or… Or even your personal assistant?” H

Alaric's Pov “You don’t dislike me. You just want me and everyone around to notice you, don’t you?” I turned around to face him, seeing the shock in his eyes. I smiled. “I actually wouldn’t have known if my wife hadn’t met you that day and told me what she saw in you. She was the one who saved you, and she was the one who asked me to give you a chance. If it were just me, I wouldn’t care about you.”“Your wife? You mean… Rhea Thorne?”“Mhm,” I nodded.“I don’t get it. She doesn’t know me, so how did she… No, wait, she was the one who saved me from that accident?! Why didn’t you say anything? How is she? Is she hurt?!”I raised an eyebrow at how quickly Xander’s mood changed. Then I remembered, “Oh… I didn’t tell you?”“You didn’t say a thing!”Xander’s voice rose, a mix of disbelief and worry. He pushed himself up a little higher in the bed, wincing slightly, “I can’t believe you kept that from me! All this time, I thought… I thought it was some random stranger. Rhea? The accident wa