First Love Only? I Left Him First, Now the CEO Can't Let Go novel Chapter 188

Chapter 188: Chapter 188: Today Is Valentine’s Day

Due to her impressive display at the banquet of the crown designed and crafted for the Queen of Ydris, Serena Jennings began receiving private orders.

Even though she currently doesn’t have an office, many dignitaries at the banquet admired her craftsmanship and contacted her privately to commission jewelry.

In any case, this is a good thing, prompting Serena to reconsider reopening her business.

It’s impossible to contact the previous investors again; they were secretly sent by Justin Nash to support her.

In Serena’s view, the less she gets involved with Justin Nash now, the better it is for him.

Even with the bonus from her racing, she still lacks enough startup funds, so Serena plans to take things slowly, step by step, relying first on personal orders to earn money.

For the workspace, she decided to borrow from FY, a high-end jewelry brand with fully-equipped facilities, the best and most professional place she currently has access to.

Serena discussed the rent issue with Peter, but was flatly refused.

"Discussing money hurts relationships."

Serena gave a bitter smile.

In today’s society, not discussing money is what’s truly hurtful.

In the FY workspace, Serena worked diligently all morning, until her eyes grew tired, just when the door to the workspace was knocked.

"Come in!"

Serena casually said, looking up to see two people standing at the door —

Ethan White and Peter.

Serena was startled, uncertain why Ethan White would be here.

Ethan was still wearing a white suit, but this one seemed even more upscale than the one he wore at the previous banquet.

Looking at Peter again, he was dressed differently from usual.

Serena tilted her head.

Is today a special day?

"Why are you here?" Serena asked Ethan White.

"To invite you to lunch!" Ethan smiled slightly.

Beside them, Peter’s face instantly showed a complex expression, hesitating to speak.

He also wanted to invite Serena to lunch.

Seeing Ethan arrive, he couldn’t stop Ethan from asking Serena.

Peter had already heard about Ethan and Serena’s relationship.

The events at the banquet quickly spread within their circle.

Especially Ethan’s heroic rescue of Serena and her shining entry, along with Claire Shaw’s children’s crown and transparent underwear.

Peter very sensitively detected that Ethan White was his rival in love.

Perhaps even his toughest competitor.

"I also wanted to invite you to lunch."

Peter eventually said it.

His usual style was not to compete.

But this time he had to.

Serena’s first reaction to Peter’s words was to exchange a glance with Ethan White.

Peter instantly felt a stabbing pain in his chest.

"Sorry, Peter, another day!"

Serena threw Peter an apologetic smile.

Peter’s hands, clenched tightly against his suit trousers.

Serena put aside her work and went out for lunch with Ethan White.

"Are you sure you have enough time for your lunch break?" Serena asked.

She knew the government had prepared a separate workspace for Ethan White, equipped with relevant technical staff.

This demonstrated the level of importance placed on Ethan White.

"I have flexible hours, nobody bothers me," Ethan walked to the car first, proactively opening the passenger door for Serena.

At the top of the FY Building.

Peter stood by the window, watching as Ethan White chivalrously invited Serena into the car, the white Lexus speeding away and disappearing from his sight.

Peter sighed, taking a gift box out of his trouser pocket —

The gift he never managed to give.

Serena initially thought Ethan White meant to dine at a nearby eatery, but she watched in astonishment as Ethan drove onto the highway.

"Ethan, where are you headed?" Serena wondered.

"To lunch!" Ethan answered without hesitation.

"Does having lunch require crossing city borders?"

"Of course not..."

Ethan shook his head.

Just as Serena was relieved, Ethan casually continued:

But he did not ask.

He trusted that Serena would tell him if she wanted to.

At the cloud height — located at the 126th floor of the Isabelle Tower.

Situated within the Crescent Isle scenic area, it’s currently the world’s highest restaurant, offering a panoramic view of Country C and Vesper Bay.

Serena changed into the gown Ethan had prepared for her in advance.

A red gown, sophisticated and striking, with an elegant, form-fitting mermaid style.

Ethan was clearly well-prepared, having also brought ruby jewelry to match the dress.

Serena only checked her phone when Ethan was ready for the formal occasion—

February 14th.

It turned out to be Valentine’s Day.

"It’s the holiday you always forget," Ethan teased.

Serena recalled that even when she was a housewife, she often forgot Valentine’s Day.

Because she was too busy.

Day after day, year after year, revolving around pots and pans, she grew increasingly oblivious to holidays, especially Valentine’s Day.

To many, housework seems very easy and light.

Yet those who think so usually don’t do housework themselves.

Serena laughed at herself.

Fortunately, she divorced.

Not wanting to let Ethan’s carefully prepared attire go to waste, Serena borrowed a curling iron and turned her long hair into luscious waves.

Combined with the glamorous red gown and ruby jewelry, she exuded a queenly vibe, catching numerous glances.

This is Country C’s most famous restaurant, a hub for the affluent and elite.

As Serena entered alongside Ethan, she felt somewhat anxious.

She feared encountering acquaintances here.

She didn’t want to see them.

As a result, Serena did indeed meet someone familiar. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

But it wasn’t the people she had in mind.

It was Caleb Lockwood.