Alle Kapitel von CEO's Regret After I Divorced: Kapitel 61 – Kapitel 70

Author's POVThe drive back from the Blackwood mansion was shrouded in tense silence. Ryan tried several times to speak, but Serena's icy demeanor shut down every attempt.Eventually, he gave up, focusing instead on the more pressing matter of dealing with Kane.Based on the suspicious relationship between Ivy and Kane, Ryan had little doubt who was behind this pregnancy scheme.He decided to play along with their game. After all, Ivy wasn't actually pregnant—when the truth eventually came to light, Grandmother Evelyn would handle her punishment personally.After wrapping up his business affairs in Chicago, Kane hurried back to New York City. Ivy had already set the stage for their performance, and he was eager to play his part.Thanks to his successful handling of the Chicago branch, Kane smoothly integrated into the headquarters of Blackwood Enterprises.Although Ryan kept the company's confidential information well-guarded, Kane managed to piece together Ryan's next strategic moves

Ryan's POVI snapped my head toward Ivy, my patience wearing impossibly thin. "Where is Kane?" I demanded, gripping her arm tighter."What do you mean, Kane? I've... I've been sleeping upstairs the whole time..." Ivy stammered, her eyes wide with fear.I tightened my grip on her arm. She had been staying at the mansion for months now, under Grandmother's special care due to her supposed "pregnancy."The irony wasn't lost on me—she'd actually gained weight from all the pampering."Where the hell is Kane?" I demanded, my voice dropping to a dangerous whisper. "If you tell me now, I'll forget about your involvement. Truth is, Kane's now a wanted man. He's finished."Ivy's eyes widened like she'd been struck by lightning. Then, surprisingly, her expression shifted to excitement."Really? That's wonderful! I won't have to live under his thumb anymore!"She seemed to realize her mistake immediately after the words left her mouth, but I'd already gotten what I needed. I released her arm, step

Ryan's POVI moved into the apartment next to Serena's today. The idea of being this close to her again made my heart race in a way I hadn't felt in months.My assistant Simon had everything arranged perfectly in just one afternoon—furniture delivered, kitchen stocked, even the damn throw pillows color-coordinated.Not that I cared about any of that. The only thing that mattered was being near her again.When I heard footsteps in the hallway, I deliberately left my door open. Serena appeared moments later, her eyes widening when she spotted me.God, even in casual clothes she looked breathtaking. The afternoon light caught in her brown hair, highlighting those golden strands I used to run my fingers through."What are you doing here?" Her eyes narrowed suspiciously. "Please don't tell me you're my new neighbor."I couldn't help the smile that spread across my face. "Guilty as charged. Hope you don't mind."Taking a few confident strides toward her, I closed the distance between us. The

Serena's POVThat night, we didn't make it back to our separate rooms.The kiss on the terrace had melted something inside me—a wall I'd built to protect myself from Ryan and the heartbreak he could cause.His lips, gentle at first, became more insistent as I responded, my body remembering what my mind had tried so hard to forget."Are you sure?" Ryan whispered against my mouth, his hands cradling my face with a tenderness that made my heart ache. "We can stop."I answered by taking his hand and leading him to my suite, my heart hammering against my ribs. The ocean breeze followed us through the open French doors, billowing the sheer curtains like ghosts dancing in the moonlight."It's been so long," I murmured as Ryan's fingers traced the curve of my cheek, down my neck, hovering at the strap of my sundress. His eyes asked permission, and I nodded, suddenly shy despite our history."You're even more beautiful now," he said, his voice rough with emotion as the dress slipped from my sho

Ryan's POVI watched the sunset paint the sky in brilliant oranges and pinks as I walked along the beach, my mind consumed with plans for Serena.These past days with her had been transformative. The walls she built after our divorce were finally crumbling, and I wanted to create something special to celebrate this new beginning.My fingers touched the small velvet box in my pocket.Not an engagement ring—we weren't ready for that yet—but a custom-designed pendant that symbolized our journey.A crescent moon cradling a small star, representing her and our child. The jeweler had rushed it specially for me, and I couldn't wait to see her face when she opened it.I'd arranged for a private dinner on the beach, with lanterns strung up and her favorite foods prepared. Everything had to be perfect.For once in my life, I wanted to do something purely for her happiness, not mine.The sound came suddenly—a desperate cry cutting through the peaceful evening air."Help! Please help me!"I turned