"You know I’m using you, don’t you?"
"Yes, but I’m willing. I’m willing to be a pawn in your hands," Ricard said, his voice softer than ever.For four years, Lucia had only one thing on her mind: revenge. She loved the man in front of her, but so what? That love meant nothing compared to the deep-seated hatred in her heart. 
Her father’s death, her mother’s insanity, and her family’s hospital being taken over — how could she let go of such a grudge?It was she who seduced him, approached him with all kinds of schemes to make him love her, all because he was the fiancé of the person who caused her family’s misfortune. And he, he loved her so much that he would do anything for her. His strength, intelligence, and resolve seemed to vanish completely before her.Perhaps the only thing he was lucky for in this life was being of value to her.

In Love With The Hot CEO

　　Emma shrugged slightly, her eyes sparkling with a mischievous glint as she faced Ricard. "Ricard, you're underestimating me again," she said, her voice soft but full of challenge. "I'm not some naive little doe. I'm in business just like you, and parties like these are nothing new to me."


　　Ricard didn't blink, his gaze cold with a hint of mockery.


　　He paused before continuing, "So, is flirting and drinking with those men your way of doing business? Don't you find it degrading?"


　　Emma tilted her head slightly, her red lips curving into a faint smile. "Of course not! Don't you think so?"


　　Her response only fueled Ricard's anger. Without hesitation, he grabbed Emma's wrist and pulled her close. The strength in his hand startled her, but Emma remained calm, her eyes glittering with defiance.


CHAPTER 12 Facing reality