/0/74679/coverbig.jpg?v=20250407211547)
After being framed for a crime she didn't commit by her manipulative stepmother, Vivian, and her jealous stepsister, Lily, Elena Blackwood is cast out of the family she once loved. Her father, Victor Blackwood, unaware of the treachery happening under his roof, remains distant, believing Elena's rebellious nature is the cause of their strained relationship. But when Elena is given a second chance at life, she is reborn into her younger body, armed with the knowledge of her past mistakes and the desire for vengeance. With a clear goal-to destroy Vivian and Lily and reclaim what was taken from her-Elena allies with Damien, a ruthless businessman with his own vendetta against the women who betrayed them both. As Elena navigates the treacherous world of power, deceit, and corporate warfare, she must confront her own desires for revenge and the growing attraction she feels for Damien. Will Elena regain her power and exact her revenge, or will the darkness of her quest destroy everything she once held dear?
Chapter 1 A second chance
Chapter 1: A Second Chance
Elena Blackwood had everything a woman could want. Born into wealth, she had been surrounded by luxury her entire life. Her father, Victor Blackwood, was a powerful businessman who had built an empire from the ground up. She was his only child, the heir to his legacy, and for most of her life, she had been his pride and joy. That was, until the day her world came crashing down.
Her stepmother, Vivian, had always been charming, a woman of grace and beauty, but there was something about her that Elena couldn't shake-something cold and calculating behind those sweet smiles. The moment Vivian entered their lives, Elena knew things were going to change. She never imagined just how much.
It started with little things, at first. Her father becoming distant, wrapped up in his work and his new wife. Then, Elena noticed the subtle manipulation-Vivian making decisions without consulting her father, slowly but surely taking control of the Blackwood empire. But the final blow came when Vivian and her daughter, Lily, framed Elena for a crime she hadn't committed.
Elena's fingers tightened around the cold steel bars of the prison cell, a sharp, bitter laugh escaping her lips. She was supposed to be the heir. The future of the Blackwood legacy. But in one swift move, everything was stripped away from her.
In the end, it wasn't even her father's betrayal that stung the most-it was the fact that she had never seen it coming. She had trusted them both, believed that family meant something more than just blood.
Her father had chosen Vivian over her. His new wife's words, poisoned with lies, had twisted his perception of Elena until she was nothing more than a problem to be dealt with. And Lily, her stepsister, had been waiting for the moment when Elena's shine would dim, eager to step into the role of beloved daughter.
The pain of betrayal was almost unbearable, but it was nothing compared to the emptiness Elena felt in her final moments, lying on the cold, hard floor of that prison cell. She had lost everything-her family, her future, and her sense of self.
But then, as the darkness began to claim her, she felt something stir. It wasn't the end. Not yet.
When Elena awoke, the air around her smelled like fresh linen, and the soft hum of a nearby fan filled the silence. Her body felt different-lighter, more alive. She opened her eyes, blinking against the brightness of the room, and her heart skipped a beat when she realized where she was.
Her childhood bedroom.
It couldn't be.
But there it was-the familiar posters on the walls, the plush toys on the shelf, and the view of the Blackwood estate's sprawling gardens outside the window. It was as if time had reversed itself. She was younger, back in the body of the girl she had been before the betrayal, before the fall. Before everything shattered.
A rush of panic hit her. This wasn't a dream. She had been given a second chance.
The rage began to stir within her, sharp and hot. She knew exactly what she had to do. She wouldn't let this chance slip through her fingers. Not again.
Victor Blackwood, her father, was still the head of the Blackwood empire. Vivian and Lily were still at his side, playing their parts, pretending to be the perfect family. But Elena knew the truth. And this time, she wouldn't let them destroy her again.
With a deep breath, Elena stood up, her gaze fixed on the reflection in the mirror. The woman staring back at her was the same, but everything had changed.
She had been given a second chance. And this time, she was going to ruin them.
View More Comments on App
You'll also like
/0/72913/coverbig.jpg?v=359f7227b82fb9558a6bba211d39f585)
The Phantom Heiress: Rising From The Shadows
Brenna lived with her adoptive parents for twenty years, enduring their exploitation. When their real daughter appeared, they sent Brenna back to her true parents, thinking they were broke. In reality, her birth parents belonged to a top circle that her adoptive family could never reach. Hoping Brenna would fail, they gasped at her status: a global finance expert, a gifted engineer, the fastest racer... Was there any end to the identities she kept hidden? After her fiancé ended their engagement, Brenna met his twin brother. Unexpectedly, her ex-fiancé showed up, confessing his love...
/0/69279/coverbig.jpg?v=470c37c28032fffc04e91cca64c9513f)
Jilted Ex-wife? Billionaire Heiress!
Darya spent three years loving Micah, worshipping the ground he walked on. Until his neglect and his family's abuse finally woke her up to the ugly truth-he doesn't love her. Never did, never will. To her, he is a hero, her knight in shining armour. To him, she is an opportunist, a gold digger who schemed her way into his life. Darya accepts the harsh reality, gathers the shattered pieces of her dignity, divorces him, takes back her real name, reclaims her title as the country's youngest billionaire heiress. Their paths cross again at a party. Micah watches his ex-wife sing like an angel, tear up the dance floor, then thwart a lecher with a roundhouse kick. He realises, belatedly, that she's exactly the kind of woman he'd want to marry, if only he had taken the trouble to get to know her. Micah acts promptly to win her back, but discovers she's now surrounded by eligible bachelors: high-powered CEO, genius biochemist, award-winning singer, reformed playboy. Worse, she makes it pretty clear that she's done with him. Micah gears up for an uphill battle. He must prove to her he's still worthy of her love before she falls for someone else. And time is running out.
/0/70252/coverbig.jpg?v=f19edd236badcc00e103bab63c2fcbe2)
I Wait For You, My Love
Natalie used to think she could melt Connor’s icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scale—all in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
/0/46526/coverbig.jpg?v=e300ee7d274175004d80cd31145b867d)
Love Unbreakable
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
/0/67179/coverbig.jpg?v=92820b55ddaf3bc2d667aca57b1777e7)
His Scorned Bride Turned Out To Be Legendary
Rumors claimed that Fernanda, newly back with her family, was nothing more than a violent country bumpkin. Fernanda just flashed a casual, dismissive grin in response. Another rumor suggested that the usually rational Cristian had lost all sense, madly in love with Fernanda. This frustrated her. She could tolerate gossip about herself, but slander against her beloved crossed the line! Gradually, as Fernanda's multiple identities as a celebrated designer, a savvy gamer, an acclaimed painter, and a successful business magnate came to light, everyone realized they were the ones who had been fooled.
/0/60520/coverbig.jpg?v=a057ab8a8687139d12c90b9d583b8e02)
Return, My Love: Wooing the Neglected Ex-Wife
Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."
© 2018-now CHANGDU (HK) TECHNOLOGY LIMITED
6/F MANULIFE PLACE 348 KWUN TONG ROAD KL
Referrals
APP STORE
GOOGLE PLAY