All Chapters of CEO's Regret After I Divorced: Chapter 111 - Chapter 120

Serena’s POVI woke up to the sterile smell of hospital disinfectant and the steady beeping of monitors. My body felt heavy, like I'd been hit by a truck.Opening my eyes fully, I found Maya sitting beside my bed, her eyes puffy and red-rimmed.She practically lunged forward when she noticed I was awake. "Serena! Thank God! I feel like such an idiot. I should've caught on faster when you called. Something felt off, but I just didn't connect the dots until it was almost too late."I glanced around the hospital room, searching for Ryan but finding no trace of him. The disappointment I felt surprised me."I'm okay," I assured her, my voice raspy. "Was it Ryan who rescued me?"Maya nodded quickly. "He called me last night, told me to come here and stay with you. He was furious, Serena. I've never seen him like that before.""Where is he now?" I asked, trying to sound casual."He said he had some business to take care of," Maya replied, standing up. "Let me go get your doctor."The doctor c

Serena’s POVI haven't answered any of Ryan's calls or messages since the Sophie incident. How could I possibly face him?The betrayal cut too deep, especially seeing how easily Sophie had manipulated him. Every time my phone lit up with his name, my stomach twisted into knots.Thankfully, Dreamland Studio received exciting news that pushed personal drama to the back burner.A prestigious international jewelry company, Celestial Gems, was looking for a partnership in the American market—a golden ticket to global expansion that Maya and I couldn't ignore."Serena, I've got confirmation! Their representative will arrive in New York tomorrow evening, and we're scheduled to meet," Maya announced, practically bouncing with excitement.I felt a surge of excitement. Dreamland was gaining recognition domestically, but this international opportunity was exactly what we needed to take things to the next level."That's perfect timing! I've nearly finished our presentation materials," I replied, a

Serena’s POV"Why don't you go find Sophie instead?" I snapped, my voice dripping with sarcasm."After all, she's so sweet and accommodating to you. She never gives you a hard time like I apparently do."I glared at him, my patience completely spent. "Move. I need to rest."Ryan reluctantly stepped aside, and I slammed my door shut with enough force to nearly hit his nose.The loud bang was immensely satisfying - almost as satisfying as the shocked expression on his face before the door closed.For the next few days, I personally handled all communications with Lucian for our partnership. Sometimes he'd come for face-to-face meetings, other times he'd be busy with other matters.It was refreshing to work with someone who treated me with consistent respect, unlike a certain ex-husband who couldn't decide whether he wanted me in his life or not.Once all the details of our collaboration were finalized, Lucian hosted a small gathering.He invited not only my team from Dreamland but also s

Serena’s POVI filed away this peculiar interaction for later analysis. For now, the business opportunity before me demanded my full attention.The rooftop garden was breathtaking. I didn't have to think twice when Lucian invited me to check out the terrace after our meeting."You have to see the view from up here," he said, leading the way with a casual confidence.I was genuinely impressed. In the heart of the city, where every square foot cost a fortune, Celestial Gems had built this expansive rooftop terrace for their customers. The luxury of space spoke volumes about Lucian's business philosophy.Since they'd closed the store just for my visit, we had the entire place to ourselves. No customers, no staff hovering nearby—just peaceful quiet and an incredible panoramic view of the city skyline.We stood there side by side, neither of us speaking.Something about the moment felt suspended in time, like we were floating above the noise and chaos of the world below.I inhaled deeply, e

Author’s POVAcross town, Serena buried herself in work at Dreamland Studio, grateful for the distraction from the morning's bizarre hospital encounter. The joint collection with Celestial Gems represented a significant opportunity, and she was determined to deliver something extraordinary."Maya, can you double-check these stone settings?" she asked, pushing a sketch across the table while making final adjustments to another design. "I'm thinking the central pieces should feature azure blue sapphires to complement their brand colors."Her fingers worked deftly, translating her vision onto paper with practiced precision. The studio hummed with energy as her team worked together, everyone sensing the importance of this collaboration.After completing the preliminary designs, Serena carefully organized the portfolio. The weight of the opportunity pressed on her shoulders, but it was the kind of pressure she thrived under."I should deliver these personally," she decided, glancing at her