Chapter 15: A Wedge to Drive

As Jenna walked out of the hospital, the brisk night air hit her like a wave, invigorating yet chilling. She needed to gather her thoughts, to process what she had just witnessed between Ethan and Olivia. It had been far too intimate, far too real for her liking. She pulled out her phone, her fingers trembling slightly as she scrolled through her contacts until she found Alexander's name. 

Dialing his number, she waited impatiently for him to pick up, pacing back and forth in the dimly lit parking lot. The call connected, and Alexander's voice came through, smooth and authoritative. "Jenna, what's the update?"

Taking a deep breath, she launched into her report. "It's worse than I thought, Alexander. Ethan and Olivia—they seem completely legit. The way they looked at each other, the way she defended him in front of the press… it's clear they've got something real. Creating a wedge between them is going to take time, and I'm not sure where to start."

There was a moment of silence on the line before Alexander responded, his tone contemplative. "So they're stronger than we anticipated. What about Olivia? You know her history with Ethan?"

"Of course, I know her history!" Jenna snapped, frustration bubbling to the surface. "She was my rival in high school, always trying to one-up me. She doesn't deserve him. I can't believe he's fallen for her; it's like a bad joke. I will make sure she pays for trying to take him away."

"Rivalry aside, you need a solid plan," Alexander advised, his voice laced with a hint of menace. "If you want to tear them apart, you'll have to be strategic. Use their feelings against them."

"Believe me, I'm ready," Jenna replied, her determination hardening. "I know how to get under her skin. I'll expose her insecurities, show Ethan that she's not the woman he thinks she is. If I can make him doubt her, even for a moment, that could create the chink in their armor that we need."

"Good," Alexander said, a satisfied edge creeping into his tone. "Make your move discreetly, though. I don't want them suspecting anything. If Olivia and Ethan realize they're being targeted, they'll only grow closer."

Jenna nodded, even though he couldn't see her. "I understand. I'll be subtle, but I will make my mark. Olivia thinks she can just swoop in and claim what's mine, but she's about to learn how wrong she is."

"Keep me posted, Jenna. I want updates regularly. This is more than just about them; it's about making sure Carter Couture and Pierce Enterprises remain weak. You know what's at stake."

As she ended the call, Jenna felt a surge of adrenaline. She had always been competitive, but this was different. This wasn't just about a high school rivalry; this was about winning back what she believed was rightfully hers—Ethan.

Walking towards her car, Jenna began to devise her plan. She would start by leveraging the information she already had about Olivia, subtly planting seeds of doubt in Ethan's mind. It was clear that Olivia had insecurities; she would just have to find a way to expose them. 

With each step, her resolve grew stronger. This time, she wouldn't let Olivia get away with it. She would make sure the world saw her true colors, and in doing so, she would reclaim the life she believed she deserved. The game was on, and Jenna was more than ready to play. 

She slid into her car, the engine purring to life beneath her. As she drove away from the hospital, Jenna couldn't shake the image of Ethan's gaze as he looked at Olivia. It was infuriating. But she was determined—she would not let it stand. With every plan and manipulation, she would chip away at their connection until only rubble remained. 

As she navigated the dark streets, she envisioned Olivia's downfall. Jenna smirked, excitement bubbling within her. This was her chance to rise from the ashes of high school insecurity and reclaim her place at the top. And this time, she wouldn't let anyone—especially not Olivia—stand in her way.