LOGINShare
Chapter 78: I Once Loved You
Last Updated:
2025-01-11 19:36:41Related chapters
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 79: Escape
After the holiday break, Seraphina Arden did not return to work. Her office remained empty.When Sophia asked Leon Everhart about it, he replied, “Seraphina has family matters to attend to. She requested a six-month leave, and I approved it.”Having resigned, Seraphina Arden felt a significant weight lifted off her shoulders. Years of relentless work had left her physically and mentally exhausted, but now, she felt lighter.Her words to Leon Everhart had been half-truths. She admired his abilities and charisma—qualities that naturally attracted women. Seraphina had felt a slight affection for him, but those feelings were quickly shattered by his constant questionable behavior.While she respected his talents, she had also witnessed his ruthless nature firsthand. Over the past few months, Leon had orchestrated a full-scale takedown of the Henry family, never dirtying his hands directly but instead arming others to do the job for him.She remembered that day in the car when Leon Everhar
Last Updated : 2025-01-11The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 1: Seraphina Arden, the Secretary
There’s a Korean drama called What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim that once went viral. Movies and TV shows often portray secretaries as glamorous women—gorgeous, seductive, and impeccably dressed. They revolve around their powerful bosses, fall in love with them, and compete with their bosses’ lovers for attention, living lives of luxury in upscale venues.Seraphina Arden told her best friend Emily, “It’s all a load of crap.”Seraphina was the secretary to Leon Everhart, the CEO of TerraVantage Group. On this particular Sunday night, she was out with Emily, enjoying street food and doing some window shopping, when her phone buzzed.“Seraphina,” Leon’s familiar, authoritative voice rang through the line. “My flight lands at 12:30 tonight. Pick me up at the airport.”Seraphina silently cursed him with every swear word she knew. But for a paycheck that was more than double her father’s salary, she forced a smile and said, “Of course, Mr. Everhart. Text me your terminal and gate number, and
Last Updated : 2024-11-16The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 2: The Eldest Son of the Everhart Family
Leon Everhart, age 31, is the eldest son of the Everhart family and currently single. From a young age, his parents groomed him to inherit the family business. A graduate of a top engineering university with a degree in civil engineering, Leon began immersing himself in the family’s business ventures as early as his freshman year. After completing his undergraduate degree, he attended Cambridge for two years to study management. Upon returning, he joined Everhart Properties under his father’s mentorship and officially took over the reins three years ago, now wielding absolute control over the company.Leon has a younger brother, Liam, who is more of a free spirit. Liam wasn’t particularly inclined toward academics and couldn’t get into college on his own. However, with the family’s wealth, a hefty donation secured him a spot at the university he had his eyes on. After retiring from real estate, their father began guiding Liam in managing the family’s hotel and bar businesses.The Ever
Last Updated : 2024-11-16The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 3: The First Failed Blind Date
At lunch, Seraphina Arden swiped her card to enter the cafeteria. It was self-service, offering a variety of dishes. If you didn’t eat, the leftover meal allowance would be refunded with your paycheck at the end of the month.Ever since she became Mr. Everhart’s secretary, Seraphina suddenly gained a lot of “friends.” Everyone warmly called her by her first name, and some even brought her small gifts. Seraphina rarely accepted any.Her father had always warned her, “Stay away from people who give gifts without reason. They always want something in return, and it’s never good.”Despite her cheerful demeanor, Seraphina maintained an unspoken distance from everyone.Seraphina loved food and feared being hungry. Every meal, she piled her plate high, determined to eat her fill. She couldn’t relate to her bird-like female colleagues who seemed to survive on a few bites.Meanwhile, Leon Everhart and his team managers always worked through lunch, huddled together at their corner of the cafete
Last Updated : 2024-11-16The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 4: Acquisition
Seraphina Arden returned home, and her mother asked, "How was the blind date today?"Seraphina replied, "The guy was really handsome, like a movie star."Her mother, already sensing it didn’t work out, consoled her, "Never mind. I made some fish soup. Come eat—think of it as seeing a celebrity for free, without even buying a ticket."The little bit of disappointment in Seraphina’s heart instantly dissolved after hearing her mother’s words.Since she rarely got home early, Seraphina had dinner and then went out arm in arm with her mom to browse the shops.Meanwhile, Leon Everhart also arrived home earlier than usual. Dinner was already prepared by Ava, a young woman from TerraVantage Group’s administration team.Ava was 24 years old. Her parents were divorced, and her mother worked as a cook in Leon’s family home. The house was massive, with separate quarters for the staff. Ava had grown up in the vicinity, attending a nearby school.When Ava was 17, she started being involved with Leo
Last Updated : 2024-11-16The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 5: Poaching Talent
“This Noah guy is even more capable than Glonetix Design Company’s boss,” Leon Everhart calculated in his mind. He quickly came up with a plan: he would poach Noah and his team.When they returned to the company that day, Leon Everhart and the two executives headed upstairs first. Seraphina Arden parked the car, grabbed her bag, and deliberately lagged behind, far from them.Seraphina Arden was hungry. Whenever she got hungry, she felt miserable, so she intentionally stayed back to sneak a quick bite.Back in her office, Seraphina Arden rummaged through her desk drawers for food. Finally, she found a cookie. She popped it into her mouth just as she looked up and saw Leon Everhart standing in her doorway, watching her.Caught off guard, Seraphina Arden shoved the entire cookie into her mouth and stared at Leon Everhart like a deer caught in headlights.Leon Everhart, both amused and annoyed by her lack of decorum, scolded her lightly, “Once you finish that, organize today’s meeting not
Last Updated : 2024-11-16The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 6: Cousin Lucas
Leon Everhart spent the night having a long conversation with his father, who was visibly pleased with how well his eldest son had turned out. That night, Leon stayed at his father’s house.Meanwhile, Ava was left alone in Leon Everhart’s home again. The house was massive—a two-story duplex equipped with every luxury imaginable. Leon favored bright spaces; the interior was simple and modern, with white and natural wood tones dominating the decor.Ava, dressed in a pale yellow robe, sat curled up on the couch in the vast, cold living room. At just 24, she looked more like a resentful queen in an empty palace, waiting for her emperor’s rare visit. Every day after work, Ava would rush back here, groceries in hand, hoping Leon would come home. Most of the time, her wait was in vain, but she couldn’t afford not to be there.Leon gave her $3,000 a month for living expenses, with the condition that she must be home whenever he returned. Ava had no social life—she couldn’t go out with friends
Last Updated : 2024-11-16The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 7: The Confidante
Yesterday, as Seraphina Arden was stepping into the elevator with Leon Everhart, she caught sight of Ava. Their eyes met briefly before Ava quickly looked away, her gaze full of resentment and jealousy.Seraphina Arden felt a chill down her spine and became instantly cautious.“Wait, is the boss's mistress holding a grudge against me? For crying out loud, just because I look like this? She’s gotta be kidding me! I’m not about to poke this hornet’s nest. I’ll just steer clear.”Today, when someone brought up her relationship with Lucas, she left it up to their imagination. Misunderstandings had their perks, after all.When Leon Everhart heard Seraphina Arden had a boyfriend, he simply smirked, offering no comment.Seraphina Arden’s workload was growing heavier by the day, thanks to Leon. He piled task after task on her, leaving her barely any time to catch her breath.One night, exhausted beyond words, Seraphina Arden posted a Facebook status: a picture of a chinchilla sitting forlornl
Last Updated : 2024-11-23
Latest chapter
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 79: Escape
After the holiday break, Seraphina Arden did not return to work. Her office remained empty.When Sophia asked Leon Everhart about it, he replied, “Seraphina has family matters to attend to. She requested a six-month leave, and I approved it.”Having resigned, Seraphina Arden felt a significant weight lifted off her shoulders. Years of relentless work had left her physically and mentally exhausted, but now, she felt lighter.Her words to Leon Everhart had been half-truths. She admired his abilities and charisma—qualities that naturally attracted women. Seraphina had felt a slight affection for him, but those feelings were quickly shattered by his constant questionable behavior.While she respected his talents, she had also witnessed his ruthless nature firsthand. Over the past few months, Leon had orchestrated a full-scale takedown of the Henry family, never dirtying his hands directly but instead arming others to do the job for him.She remembered that day in the car when Leon Everhar
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 78: I Once Loved You
The company’s annual party was as lively as ever. This year, however, Seraphina Arden was absent—she had caught a cold and was resting in her apartment.Elijah and Chloe had joined a group tour and were traveling again.Harper sat elegantly beside Leon Everhart, holding their son.The aura between a working professional and a wealthy, full-time socialite was simply incomparable. Those untouched by financial worries carried a graceful, languid air about them, their every gesture exuding an almost otherworldly charm.In contrast, the weariness of working life had etched itself into the bones and features of those who labored, embodying the rawness of human existence. Yet, Harper’s subtle smiles and serene demeanor were utterly captivating.From his seat at a neighboring table, Lucas couldn’t take his eyes off Harper.Noticing his gaze, Olivia pinched Lucas sharply, pulling him back to reality. When he turned to her, she responded with a cold smile.Standing on stage, Leon Everhart radia
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 77: The Game Begins
When the Henry family father and son came to visit, there was no real need for Seraphina Arden to leave. However, Leon Everhart had started putting Seraphina Arden ahead of himself without realizing it. He didn’t want her to get hurt, nor did he want anything to happen to her.Seeing the Henry family, Seraphina Arden felt a deep resentment. She had never even met these people before, yet they had almost destroyed her family. She wanted to do something about it but felt utterly powerless.At this point, Seraphina Arden had no reason or leverage to fight them. Even if she did, she knew she wouldn’t win. Compared to them, she was like an ant trying to shake a giant tree.Seraphina Arden sat motionless, staring at her computer. Suddenly, she received a text message from Leon Everhart. Reading the contents, her eyes welled up with tears. She realized that Leon understood her emotions and was giving her a chance to step away.Leon Everhart had many flaws, but he also had his strengths. Sera
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 76: A Grand Chessboard
Leon Everhart’s repeated concessions had given the Henry family a taste of benefits.However, after their failed manipulation of Ethan, the Henry family hadn’t secured a single piece of land in the past year.The deals they managed to secure were only possible by borrowing credentials from others, for which they had to pay transfer fees.The parties lending their credentials bore responsibilities and charged a management fee of 3% to 5% of the contract value.Even when the Henry family secured projects and resold them, their profits were minimal. The term "declining fortunes" perfectly described their current situation.Yet, even a dying camel is bigger than a horse. The Henry family still maintained their façade. Their materials factory, having been established locally for over a decade, still boasted a considerable client base.This was why Leon Everhart advised Seraphina Arden not to provoke the Henry family—they still wielded influence and could back Harper.While they might not e
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 75: A Crown of Grass
A year had passed quickly, and soon it was the start of a new year.One day, Elijah received a call from Sebastian:"Elijah, there’s a municipal renovation project coming up for bidding. Let Mr. Everhart know to keep an eye on the online announcements in the next couple of days."Hearing this, Seraphina Arden immediately understood that this was Sebastian repaying Leon Everhart’s favor.Sebastian believed it was Leon who had provided Seraphina with the photos and videos of Ethan and Jenny, effectively saving Ethan, Sebastian, and Seraphina’s family from disaster.Leon Everhart’s seemingly casual actions at Lucas and Olivia’s engagement party—the small gestures toward Seraphina Arden—had not gone unnoticed by her family. Seraphina’s aunt even asked her, “Seraphina, is there something going on between you and your boss?”Seraphina immediately denied it: “Absolutely not. He’s just a showy peacock who flirts with everyone.”Sebastian and the Ardens believed in the principle of repaying ki
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 74: The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle
Seraphina Arden grew up in a loving and nurturing family. The violence and schemes she saw in TV shows and movies never touched her life. When watching such dramas, she might have felt a little pity but never true empathy—those pains didn’t belong to her.But yesterday, Leon Everhart’s words utterly shocked her. If it hadn’t been for him stepping in, her parents might have been hurt. Her mother could have either died or been paralyzed. Even if they had investigated, it would have just been written off as an accident. Just thinking about it made Seraphina’s scalp tingle, her body tremble, and her heart race. She had been holding back her emotions all this time.When she entered her home and saw her healthy mother smiling as she opened the door for her, Seraphina immediately hugged her tightly and began to sob uncontrollably. Clinging to her mother, Seraphina felt as if she were experiencing a second chance at life.Society constantly forces people to grow up. In just one night, the hea
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 73: Revenge
That night, Seraphina Arden drove Leon Everhart home.In the car, Leon Everhart said to her, “Seraphina, don’t let anyone else know about this. Don’t let Lucas or Harper find out that you told me either. If Lucas asks, you must tell him you didn’t say anything to me.”Seraphina Arden had seen Leon Everhart silently deal with many things before, but now that it was her turn to witness his methods, she couldn’t help but feel scared.Leon Everhart seemed to sense her thoughts. He smiled and said, “What are you afraid of? I won’t do anything to you. I’m genuinely happy that you told me. Otherwise, I would’ve remained in the dark. In fact, even if you hadn’t told me, I would’ve found out eventually. But it’s different now that you were the one to tell me first. Go home and don’t overthink it. Oh, and remember to bring me breakfast tomorrow morning.”Leon Everhart got out of the car and went upstairs alone.Once inside his home, he ripped off his suit jacket and threw it forcefully onto the
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 72: Affair Exposed
Lucas’s audacity was fueled by Harper. On the day of the engagement banquet, Harper had noticed Leon Everhart’s small gestures toward Seraphina Arden.She told Lucas, “That man has never treated me like that, but look at the way he is with your cousin Seraphina Arden—gentle and attentive. During the banquet, his eyes were glued to her the entire time. With all the wealth of the Everhart family, and Leon Everhart being handsome and rich, it’s rare for a man like him to be genuinely drawn to a woman. If Seraphina Arden puts in just a little effort, Leon Everhart will undoubtedly agree to marry her. All of Everhart’s fortune would then still belong to her. A wealthy man who loves her—any woman would say yes. Go and ask Seraphina Arden to hold onto Leon Everhart. Tell her that if she wants, Leon Everhart will surely agree to it. I’ll step aside and let her have everything."At least this way, we’ll have a slim chance of survival. Olivia has been scheming against us for so long. She doesn’
The Playboy CEO’s Curvy Obsession Chapter 71: Seraphina Takes the Blame
It had been a while since Lucas last contacted Seraphina Arden, but today, he suddenly called her.“Hey, Sis, what are you up to?” Lucas asked.Seraphina lowered her voice and said, “The boss is yelling at someone downstairs. Looks like someone’s in big trouble, so I’m finding a place to hide before I get caught in the crossfire.”Lucas chuckled, “Got time to grab lunch with me?”Chloe had repeatedly warned Seraphina not to get too close to Lucas. But Seraphina and Lucas had grown up together like siblings—how could she truly cut ties with him? She also felt she should take the opportunity to remind Lucas to be careful.“Alright, I’m free on Sunday. You pick the place, and lunch is on me,” Seraphina replied.Lucas said, “How about 11:30 at Century Square? I’ll treat you to some Mexican barbecue.”On Sunday, Seraphina arrived as promised.Lucas had already ordered the barbecue and picked up drinks and side dishes. He was sitting at a table, waiting for her.When Seraphina saw him, she
