Neoza07

Brilliant, cunning, and unmatched in every field, Aria Blackwell was a woman feared and admired — until the night her life was ruthlessly taken. When Aria opens her eyes again, it’s in the fragile, disgraced body of Elena Moore, a woman ridiculed for her stupidity and overlooked by everyone… except the powerful billionaire, Sebastian Hart.

Bound by a debt of life, Sebastian was forced by his iron-willed grandmother to marry Elena, the dimwit who once saved her. He planned to keep their marriage nothing more than a contract — cold, distant, and temporary.

But the Elena who awakens is anything but foolish. With sharp eyes, lethal grace, and an aura that commands respect, Aria, now in Elena's body, begins to turn the tables. Sebastian is drawn to this new Elena, captivated by her confidence, skill, and magnetic charm. The woman he once ignored now has his heart spiraling out of control.

As Aria uncovers the tangled secrets of her death, she also discovers the shocking truth: her past self was the mysterious woman Sebastian secretly longed for, the one who once stirred his guarded heart.

Now, with new life in a despised body, Aria vows revenge on those who wronged her — but love wasn’t part of her plan. Will she fall for the man who unknowingly loved her twice? And what will Sebastian do when he realizes the woman of his dreams was beside him all along… in a form he never expected?

“Reborn as His Captivating Wife” — a tale of vengeance, love, and fate’s cruel games.

Reborn as his captivating wife

At Stratus Innovations, the atmosphere was electric. The executive team had gathered in the top-floor boardroom, their eyes glued to the massive screen projecting real-time sales data. The numbers were climbing rapidly—far beyond projections.

Elena sat at the head of the table, calm and composed, but a glint of satisfaction flashed in her eyes. Sofia Lin, standing beside her, read through the latest reports.

"Boss, after only one week of full release, our product has broken into the top-selling charts in five major markets," Sofia announced. "International interest is surging. We've received inquiries from Germany, South Korea, the UAE, and Brazil requesting exclusive bulk orders."

The sales chart updated again—domestic orders were still soaring, but international demand was accelerating even faster. The product was no longer a national success; it was becoming a global phenomenon.

One of the senior directors, previously hesitant about Elena's leadership, leaned forward. "Madam, we may need to increase production capacity. At this rate, we could secure distribution partnerships in Europe and Asia within the month."

Elena smiled faintly. "Prepare the expansion proposal. We won't just follow demand—we'll dominate it."

Sofia gave a satisfied nod. "I'll also prepare options for global brand ambassadors."

Elena stood, smoothing down her tailored suit. "Good. Arrange a meeting with the international strategy team tomorrow morning. Stratus Innovations will step into the global stage ahead of schedule."

As the team dispersed, Elena remained seated for a few moments longer, watching the rising numbers. This success wasn't just about the product—it was a declaration of who she had become. No longer the discarded foster daughter, no longer the pawn in someone else's game—she was a force that industries couldn't ignore.

The warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee lingered in Elena's spacious office, mixing with the soft hum of the city skyline visible through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Elena sat across from Adrian, the previous owner of Stratus Innovations, who now served as a board advisor under Elena's leadership.

Adrian stirred his coffee absentmindedly before leaning back in his seat, an amused yet impressed smile tugging at his lips. "I have to admit, Elena… when you first approached me about acquiring Stratus shares, I genuinely thought you were just playing dress-up in the business world."

Elena's brow arched slightly, a smirk curving at the corner of her mouth. "Because of the 'dimwit wife' title, I assume?"

Adrian chuckled. "That title followed you everywhere. Society thought of you as a spoiled, clueless socialite who only cared about designer bags and charity photoshoots. Even I wasn't immune to the gossip."

"And now?" Elena asked, swirling her cup lightly.

"Now," Adrian leaned forward, his tone more serious, "Stratus is making headlines globally. You've turned it from a company drowning in debt to a front-runner in the tech industry within months. You've done what most seasoned CEOs couldn't manage in years...and what I failed to accomplish too "

Elena's gaze was steady, her voice cool. "People often underestimate what they don't understand. I let them… it makes victories sweeter you know."

Adrian shook his head in admiration. "You're rewriting your story, Elena. And the business world is finally paying attention."

A knock came at the door. Sofia Lin entered, her tablet in hand. "Madam, the media analysts are requesting a press interview regarding Stratus's expansion."

Elena smiled. "Arrange it for next week. Let them see the 'dimwit wife' who shattered every stereotype."

Adrian raised his coffee in a mock toast. "To proving them all wrong."

"To never being underestimated again," Elena replied, clinking her cup lightly against his cup.

chapter 33