All Chapters of Second Chance on the Rink: Rebirth of the Ice Queen: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

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Chapter21 Backing Me Up

Scarlett’s POV"Then why don't we go ask in person who actually led this project," I said with a cold laugh, turning and heading straight for the door. "Scarlett—" I heard Madison call after me in that shrill voice of hers, like she thought that would make me soften. She was obviously wrong. I wouldn't. I walked straight toward the project division. Madison stomped her foot helplessly and followed me out. Several shareholders who wanted to watch the drama tagged along too."Good morning," I announced, my voice cutting through the chatter. Every

Chapter22 The Ring Suits You

Scarlett’s POVI was bracing myself for a long, exhausting battle with the shareholders.But then something strange happened.One by one, their phones buzzed. I watched as they checked their messages, their expressions shifting from angry to confused to reluctantly accepting."Fine," he said, not meeting my eyes. "You can have your independence."I blinked. "What?"Another shareholder, Mrs. Liu, nodded curtly. "We'll agree to your terms. Establish your company. Take your team."This was too easy. Something was off. I glanced at Madison, whose face had gone from smug to furious in about three seconds flat. Her jaw clenched so hard I thought she might crack a molar."Are you serious?""Dead serious,we'll draw up the paperwork this week."I should have been suspicious. I should have questioned why they suddenly caved after being so adamant just minutes ago.But honestly? I was too relieved to care."Thank you." I said.Madison made a sound somewhere between a laugh and a growl. "This is

Chapter23 Insufficient Funds

Scarlett’s POVI was still processing Madison's appearance when I noticed she wasn't alone.Pierce walked in behind her, his arm linked with hers like they were some kind of power couple. My stomach turned.Madison's eyes swept over the jewelry displays in front of me, lingering on the engagement ring still on my finger and the necklace Salesperson had just shown me."Wow, Scarlett," she said, her voice sticky sweet. "I never thought I'd see you in a place like this. You were always so frugal, remember? Always talking about being practical and saving money.""Madison," Pierce said quietly, a warning in his tone.She ignored him completely, stepping closer to my display. "I mean, you used to lecture me about not spending too much on coffee. And now here you are at Cartier, trying on what looks like their limited collection pieces?" She picked up the price card

Chapter24 Same High School?

Scarlett’s POVThe silence stretched out, thick and suffocating. Pierce stood there frozen, his declined credit card still in Salesperson's hand, his face cycling through shades of red I didn't know were humanly possible.Salesperson cleared her throat delicately. "Perhaps there's another card you'd like to try, sir?""That's impossible," Pierce said, his voice strained. "There should be plenty in that account. Try it again."Salesperson swiped the card once more. Same result. The machine beeped its rejection like a death knell."I'm very sorry, sir, but the transaction cannot be processed due to insufficient funds." Salesperson's professional mask was impressive, but I could see the discomfort in her eyes. "The total for Ms. Huntington's purchase is ten million dollars."The number hung in the air like a bomb.Pierce's mouth fell open. "Ten million?""Yes, sir. The limited collection set alone is valued at eight million. With the additional pieces Ms. Chen selected, the total comes t

Chapter25 Are You Here Seducing Men?

Scarlett’s POVPreston didn't answer.He just looked at me, and I could swear I saw something deep and meaningful in his eyes. Something that made my heart skip."What year did you graduate?" I asked."Does it matter?""I'm just curious. We might have had classes together or—"A knock on the door interrupted me. One of the household staff entered, carrying a large shopping bag with a luxury brand logo I recognized immediately."Mr. Beaumont, this arrived for Ms. Huntington," the woman said, setting the bag on the nearby table.Preston's arms loosened around me, and I took the opportunity to slide off his lap, my legs slightly unsteady. The woman left as quietly as she'd come, closing the door behind her."What's this?" I asked, moving toward the bag."Open it."I pulled out the tissue paper carefully, revealing a dress that made me catch my breath. It was a silver mermaid gown, the fabric shimmering like liquid mercury. The bodice was fitted with delicate beading that caught the light

Chapter26 Was It You Who Helped Me?

Scarlett’s POV"I'm here for business.""Business?" He stepped closer, his voice rising. "You expect me to believe that? You're dressed like you're trying to seduce every man in this room."Several people nearby had stopped their conversations to watch. I could feel their eyes on us, could hear the whispers starting."My clothing choices are none of your concern," I said coldly. "We're not together anymore, remember?""That doesn't mean you get to throw yourself at random guys." He jabbed a finger toward Peter. "Who even is this? How long have you been talking to him?"Peter held up his hands. "Look, man, we were just discussing her business venture. Nothing inappropriate.""Sure you were." Pierce's laugh was bitter. "I know how these things work. She shows up looking like that, flashes some expensive jewelry, and guys just fall all over themselves."Madison appeared at Pierce's elbow, her expression one of fake concern. "Scarlett, maybe you should go. You're causing a scene.""I'm ca

Chapter27 His Help

Preston’s POVI was in the middle of discussing investment terms when the commotion downstairs started. At first, it was just background noise, easily ignored. But then the volume increased, voices rising in anger, and my business partner, David , moved to the balcony overlooking the ballroom."Well, that's interesting," he said, peering down."What is?" I wheeled over to join him."Looks like someone's ex boyfriend showed up to make a scene." David chuckled.My blood went cold."The girl in silver, she's pretty," David continued, oblivious to my reaction. "Shame her ex is such a mess. Though I gotta say, the way he's acting, he's clearly still into her. Probably saw her talking to that other guy and lost it. You know how it is when you still love someone but you've moved on with someone else. The jealousy just—""Shut up."David turned to look at me, his eyebrows rising. "What?""I said shut up." My hands gripped the wheelchair arms so hard my knuckles went white.His face went pale.

Chapter28 I'm Just a Normal Man

Madison’s POVI stood in the hallway and watched Pierce's eyes follow the direction Scarlett .That look on his face made my stomach turn."You still have feelings for her, don't you?" I asked, keeping my voice steady even though my chest was tight.He didn't answer.That silence was worse than anything he could have said."Pierce." I stepped closer and touched his arm. "I'm asking you a question.""Madison." His voice came out flat. "Don't.""Don't what? Don't ask about the woman you can't stop staring at?I just want to know where we stand.""I said don't." He pulled his arm away. "I'm tired. I need you to go.""Go?" I blinked. "Are you seriously telling me to leave right now?""Yeah." He didn't even look at me when he said it. "I'll call you later."There wasn't much I could do. Making a scene would only push him further away.So I did what I was good at. I softened my expression, let out a small breath, and nodded like I understood completely."Okay." I reached up and straightened

Chapter29 The One Behind It All

Scarlett’s POVI looked at my mother's text and smiled. Tea tomorrow afternoon sounded perfect. I typed back that I'd be there and set my phone down on the bathroom counter.Whatever was happening out right now. I needed a minute anyway.--The next afternoon I showed up at the address my mother had sent me.It was a tearoom I'd been to once or twice before, tucked into a quiet block downtown.Usually there was foot traffic, people coming in and out of the shops nearby, a line at the coffee place on the corner.Today it was dead.I slowed down as I got closer. The street was almost empty. A couple of parked cars, no one on the sidewalk, the tearoom dark behind its glass front.I got off and pulled out my phone to text my mother and ask if I had the right address.I never got to send it.Two men came out of nowhere. Masks pulled u

Chapter30 The Message Of SO

Scarlett’s POV“Madison?”"Sounds like you've made yourself quite a few enemies," the one beside me said."Apparently."I kept my expression flat and turned slightly toward him, like I was settling in for a conversation. That was what I needed him to think. That I was scared enough to talk, calm enough to negotiate, and too smart to do anything stupid."Look," I said, keeping my voice even. "I don't know what she's paying you, but I can double it. Whatever the number is, I'll double it and wire it the second you let me out of this car. No questions, no police, nothing. You just pull over and open the door."He tilted his head like he was at least considering it."I'm serious," I said. "You know who my family is. You know I can make that happen inside of an hour."While I talked, I worked

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