Chapter 2 Eugene watched as Lorraine's angry words hung in the air . His face remained impassive , gluing nothing away . With a slight ned , he said ahead ." Then he tumed and strode into the bathroom . Lonaine sat frozen , stripgling to steady her breathing . Her chest rose and fell rapidly , fingers twisting the bedsheet into light knots Eugene was the Moore family's heir - twenty - eight years old and already the CEO of Moore Group . His reputation spoke for itself - ruthless in strategy , unshakable in resolve . He ruled the business world with calculated unpredictability , always staying just out of reach . Lorraine had only met him once before the wedding A month ago , Stephen had brought her to meet his family - Just as Eugene returned from abroad , While everyone else laughed and chatted around the table , he sat silent . Then his eyes - cold , sharp - locked onto hers and held there . That gaze had crawled under her skin . But when she looked again , she realized with a jolt he was staring right through her Now , trembling in the aftermath , Lorraine couldn't understand how their second meeting had gone so wrong She pushed herself up from the floor , trembling with fury as she pulled her dress back on . The moment it was in place , the stormed out of the bedroom , shouting as she went , " Stephen ! " Her voice rang through the empty hallway . All she cared about now was finding Stephen . Her legs trembled , weak and shaky , but she pushed on She flung open every door in the villa - upstairs , downstairs - but only found staff who shrank back , silent and watchful . Lorraine's composure shattered . She grabbed her phone and stabbed at Stephen's number . The call connected , only to be met with the cold , automated rejection of an unavailable line . A cold dread settled in Lorraine's chest . This house was meant to be the home she shared with Stephen - Eugene's presence here made no sense . And without Stephen present , the familiar rooms felt strangely alien . The butler , Daryl , silently appeared at her side . " Ms. Shaw , breakfast is he started . " Daryl ! " Lorraine interrupted him , grabbing his arm like a lifeline . " Where's Stephen ? That man in our room wasn't him . It was " Shall I have your breakfast served here or in the dining room , Ms.Shaw ? " Daryl's voice remained perfectly even as he deliberately used her maiden name , deftly sidestepping her question . " Ms. Shaw ! " Lorraine repeated . " Why are you calling me that ? " She was supposed to be Mrs. Moore now . That was the whole point . Her fingers went slack . The phone slipped from her grasp , landing on her foot with a painful thud that shocked her back to the present . Daryl retrieved the device with seamless efficiency . " Were you attempting to make a call ? I'd be happy to assist . " Lorraine's voice cracked with desperation . I'm calling the police report Eugene for assault ! Help me dial- " Of course , " Daryl answered smoothly , his pleasant , smile never faltering . He tapped in the numbers with ease and presented the phone to her like a waiter serving fine wine . His impeccable courtesy only made him more terrifying . A cold realization washed over her . Eugene's casual " Go ahead " suddenly made perfect sense . The police wouldn't help , not when he was Eugene . The hopelessness crushed her . Tears blurred her vision as she pushed Daryl's hand away and led to her room . With Eugene still in the shower , she snatched her purse and bolted from the house . Chapter 3 Title: Couture of Vengeance Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, CEO, Modern, Revenge, Mansion Status: ongoing In "Couture of Vengeance" by CrushReel, Winona Jensen finds herself betrayed by an impostor, Amelia Jensen, who cunningly infiltrates their family through deceit and manipulation. The story unfolds on Winona's wedding day when Amelia orchestrates a scandal that shatters Winona's marriage and exposes her true intentions. Set against the backdrop of familial deception and romantic turmoil, this novel delves into themes of betrayal, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Winona's struggle to reclaim her rightful place as the heir while navigating treacherous relationships in a lavish mansion captivates readers with its intricate web of lies and secrets. What sets "Couture of Vengeance" apart is its gripping narrative that seamlessly weaves together elements of romance, CEO dynamics, modern intrigue, and vengeful schemes. As the tension escalates between the characters, readers are drawn into a world where appearances are deceiving and loyalty is a rare commodity. For those seeking a riveting blend of romance and revenge in a modern setting, "Couture of Vengeance" offers a compelling read that promises twists at every turn. Available to read at CrushReel for those eager to uncover the hidden truths lurking within the walls of the Jensen mansion.