Ex-Alpha's Regret: Siren's Comeback novel Chapter 15

POV: Seraphina

The reply came faster this time, in less than twelve hours. The speed itself was a message, a sign of keen interest. Killian Vance was clearly intrigued. The data he sent back was even more detailed than before, a breathtaking masterclass in economic espionage. He had analyzed trade dependencies, identified over-leveraged Alphas who were posturing with empty vaults, and pinpointed the exact supply routes that, if disrupted, would cause maximum chaos for the ruling packs. He hadn't just given me a loaded gun; he had provided a full schematic, a target list, and a box of silver bullets.

But it was the message accompanying the data that made my breath catch in my throat, my heart hammering against my ribs with a force that was no longer fear, but exhilaration.

To the Director of North Star Logistics,

This is a fascinating ‘academic' project. The scope of your inquiry suggests a mind that is not content with merely studying the board, but is considering how to flip it over entirely.

I've provided the analysis you requested. But I must add a personal note. Whoever you are, your talent and vision deserve a much wider stage than a theoretical research paper. This is the blueprint for a revolution, and you and I both know it.

If you ever decide to move from theory to practice, if you possess the courage to truly disrupt the existing order, know that Vance Capital would be very interested in becoming your first ally.

A fire ignited in my chest, burning away the last ashes of my old life, my old love for Damian. It was the fire of pure, unadulterated ambition. He was right. I did have the courage.

I no longer needed Damian's name. I no longer needed Blackwood's protection. I would build my own empire. I would create my own throne. I would be my own queen. And I would bring the old world, his world, to its knees.

My reflection in the dark glass showed a woman I barely recognized, her eyes glittering with a dangerous, exhilarating light as she looked out at the kingdom she was about to burn.