Chapter 1 For three years after marrying into the Langford family , Vivienne Hartley had believed that if she just loved enough , she would eventually melt Sebastian Langford's cold heart . Even if their marriage was nothing more than a business alliance . Even if their intimacy felt like nothing more than a weekly ritual . Even if he never once kissed her . It wasn't until their third year of marriage that she began to suffer a string of mysterious " accidents . " Car crashes , stairway falls , sudden shoves - a staggering one hundred and ninety - nine times , each one dragging her to death's door . When she woke up in Silver Oaks Clinic for the 199th time , she went to St. Helena Chapel and prayed for two emerald charm bracelets- one for herself , one for him . But just outside the Sterling Club Lounge , she heard Lydia Langford ask. " Sebastian , did you really orchestrate all those accidents to hurt Vivienne just because of Serena ? " He took a slow drag from his cigarette , his voice cool and detached . " Yes . Meeting Serena was the first time I ever knew what it meant to truly feel . If I'd met her sooner , I never would have married Vivienne . " " Then why not just divorce her ? " " The ties between our families run too deep . Divorce isn't an option . The accidents were my struggle . If she dies , I can marry Serena . If she survives , I'll fulfill my duties as a husband . " Boom . Vivienne's world spun . She nearly lost her footing . She clamped a hand over her mouth to stifle the sob clawing its way up her throat . ༠ པ་ All one hundred and ninety - nine near - deaths had been orchestrated by him - because he'd fallen for another woman ?! " It seems fate doesn't want you two to separate , " Lydia sighed . " Brother , since that's the case , just treat her better . She may not have your heart , but she's sincere toward you and this family . Anyway , I have to run - my flight's boarding . I'm off on vacation ! " As soon as she left , the door to the lounge swung open . Lydia hurried past without noticing Vivienne , who was hiding behind a large potted plant , trembling and crying silently . Vivienne's face turned deathly pale . She could barely believe what she had heard . She had once felt blessed for this marriage . The man every woman dreamed of - on magazine covers , admired by all - had actually become her husband . She remembered the first time she saw him at a gala . He had been cold and elegant , like a moon in the night sky , and she had fallen instantly , hopelessly in love . Even after marriage , when he remained frigid , never spoke of love , never showed affection , and even treated their weekly intimacy like a cold obligation , she told herself he was simply a man who shunned romance . It didn't matter if he didn't love her . At least he wouldn't love anyone else . She was willing to spend her entire life melting the ice around his heart . But there had been signs . Lately , though he still came and went early and late , she noticed little things that didn't belong to hint : Chapter 1 W N WebNovel 4.3 FREE Google Play OPEN I knew you were trouble when you walked in 5.00 % A few childish fruit candies in his suit pocket , two stubs from obscure romance movies , and once , a black hair tie clearly meant for a girl hanging loosely around his expensive wrist . She hadn't dared think too much about it , excusing him over and over . But now she had to face the truth - he was in love with someone else . And for Serena , he had meticulously planned one hundred and ninety - nine attempts on her life , pushing her to death's door again and again ! Vivienne staggered out of the club , fumbled for her phone , her hands trembling uncontrollably , and dialed home . " Mom ... I want to divorce Sebastian ... " Her voice was broken , thick with tears . " Vivienne ! Have you lost your mind ? Divorce ? Do you know how deeply our families ' interests are tied ? You cannot leave this marriage -unless you die ! " The line went dead . Listening to the busy tone , Vivienne felt a chill spread from the soles of her feet to her very heart , freezing her blood . Unless she died ... Fine . Then she would die . Mrs. Hartley was silent for a second before snapping furiously . Next week was their wedding anniversary . She would die that day , in front of everyone ! She would use her death to end this ridiculous marriage and bury the foolish love she had clung to for three miserable years . Wiping her tears , her eyes turned eerily calm . She took out her phone and ordered a realistic corpse próp and a large drum of gasoline . Then she returned to Langford Manor and began sorting through everything related to Sebastian : the tie clips he'd left behind , the secret snapshots of his side profile , the jewelry he had carelessly gifted her . All the memories she had once treasured now felt like a vicious joke played on her by fate . She spent the whole night sorting , as if performing the final rites of a love that had already died . The next morning , she dragged several massive garbage bags to throw them out . When she turned back , she saw Sebastian's car parked at the gate . He stepped out of the driver's seat , then walked around to the passenger side and , with surprising gentleness , opened the door . A young woman in a fresh sundress , jumped down lightly, her smile bright and disarming " Sebastian , so this is where you live ? It's beautiful ! " Serena looked around curiously , then spotted Vivienne standing pale at the door . She beamed warmly , as if nothing were amiss . " Hi ! You must be Vivienne , right ? I'm Serena Whitmore , Lydia's classmate . We just graduated , and since the dorm doesn't allow guests , Lydia suggested I stay here with her brother for a while . Sorry to intrude ! " Vivienne's heart clenched so hard it felt like she couldn't breathe . He had already brought her home ? Sebastian didn't even glance at Vivienne . His entire focus was on Serena , and his voice softened to a tenderness Vivienne had never heard before " It's windy out here , Come inside , I'll show you to the guest room . " Chepler 1 W WebNovel 4.3 * FREE Google Play OPEN I knew you were trouble when you walked in 500 % " No need ! Vivienne can show me . You're busy with work - don't let me keep you . " " It's no trouble . " Sebastian naturally took her small suitcase . " I've canceled my schedule for today . You're new here , let me personally show you around . " Vivienne's fingers clenched until they turned white . She knew very well he had a crucial billion - dollar deal signing ceremony today . Yet for Serena , he had canceled it without hesitation . And during her one hundred and ninety - nine hospitalizations , he hadn't even spared her a phone call . So this was what love looked like - like heaven and hell . She watched as Sebastian patiently showed Serena every corner of Langford Manor , pointing out where breakfast was usually served and which roses in the garden were blooming. He spoke in that warm , tender tone Vivienne had always dreamed of , and every word pierced her heart like a needle . At lunch , the estate staff served an elegant Western meal . Serena hesitated , knife and fork in hand . " Sebastian , Vivienne ... I'm not really used to Western food . " Sebastian immediately set down his utensils . " That's my oversight . I'll have my assistant hire a few chefs who specialize in Chinese cuisine . " " No need for that ! " Serena giggled playfully . " You high - society types are so fancy ! I'll just order takeout - it's quick and easy . " She fiddled with her phone , then exclaimed . " Oh no ! This app says I need a friend to slash the price for me to get the big coupon . Sebastian , download it and help me , please ? It saves so much money ! " Sebastian's eyes softened with indulgence . " No need for all that trouble . Just order whatever you want - I'll pay . " " But it's not about who pays ! Saving money is so satisfying ! " Serena pouted , then brightened . " Tell you what , Sebastian - let me teach you how to save money . It's more rewarding than closing a billion - dollar deal ! " To Vivienne's shock , Sebastian wasn't annoyed in the slightest . The smile in his eyes only deepened . " Alright I'll do whatever my clever teacher says . " My clever teacher ... The words were like a poisoned dagger plunging into Vivienne's heart and twisting until she couldn't breathe . She could no longer watch . She shot to her feet . " I'm done . You two enjoy . " And she fled . Outside the suffocating manor , Vivienne drew a deep breath , trying to steady her turbulent emotions . Suddenly , a neighbor screamed . " Watch out ! The chain on that wolldog came loose ! " Before she could react , a huge wolfdog lunged at her from the side , knocking her to the ground . Chapter 1 W WebNovel 4.3 * TREE Google Play OPEN I knew you were trouble when you walked in 5.00 % A searing pain ripped through her arm and shoulder as the beast's teeth sank in . She struggled desperately , but couldn't break free , In the midst of her terror , the manor doors opened . Sebastian came out carrying Serena in his arms " Sebastian , I'm fine . It's just a little burn . No need for a hospital ... " " No. We're going . You need a full check . " His voice was firm , brimming with worry . When Serena caught sight of Vivienne on the ground , her face went pale . " Oh my god , Sebastian, isn't that Vivienne ? She's being mauled by a dog - go help her ! " Sebastian didn't even pause . His gaze never shifted toward Vivienne . " Leave her . " And with Serena still in his arms , he walked away without a backward glance . 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