Novels by BlackSerendipity

When we reach the meeting room, I can already sense the air formality from the people inside. The board members are already seated and we can see from their faces the mix of excitement and unease on it. At the head of the table is where Hansel Renver is already sitting and waiting for the meeting to start.Without giving in to the pressure around us, I just stand there for a moment and take my time to observe him. Hansel Renver is obviously a tall man. Right now, he is impeccably dressed with his tailored suit that fits him perfectly like a second skin. He is smiling while talking to the people who approaches him. He is also shaking their hands while keeping the pleasant expression on his face. When he turns around and finally sees me, Hansel Renver takes the initiative to get off his seat and greet me.He then offers me his hand for a handshake. I give Hansel Renver a glance before taking his hand. I quickly notice how his grip lingers just long enough to convey his authority not on

The next morning, the first thing I remember after waking up is the email I received last night and its news saying that Hansel Renver is now involved with the New Leaf Corporation and also an investor like me. Of all things, this is something I didn't expect from him. After several hours having an uneasy sleep for the whole night, I finally decided to get off my bed and remove the remaining sleepiness in my body. Then I remind myself that no matter who stands in my path, they can never hinder me in my goals. With that in mind, I stretch my limbs and go to the bathroom and take a shower.While showering, I close my eyes and review the details about our app. The app is now our goals and vision. It also have Andrew and Robert's hard work in it and Evan's faith that are driving this forward. Hansel Renver is just another figure in the background and someone who should I not focus on in the meantime.When I walk into the living room, I stop in my tracks when I see Andrew and Robert are s

The next day, I renewed my determination to make the app more promising. After my successful dinner with Mr. Harold and meeting those people who obviously belittled my existence, I made a vow to myself again that I will continue working my way to the top.When I wake up, I can see Andrew and Robert are already engrossed in their laptops. It's still four in the morning but they are already working hard. Or maybe it is safe to say that both Andrew and Robert still haven't taken even a blink of sleep since yesterday.After my dinner with Mr. Harold, I quickly shared the good news with them. I also told them the feedback to the app that we are developing. Those words motivated them a lot. To receive such praise from a top businessman in our country is already a good sign that they are on the right track.But of course, they also wondered how did I managed to have a dinner with Harold Johanson. Until now, no one aside from Evan knows my relationship with Mr. Harold. I also prefer to hide i

The next evening, I arrived at the Burklinton Club fifteen minutes early than the time that Mr. Harold had told me. I don't want to be late to our first meeting since I also want to make a good impression on him. I am now dressed in my sharpest suit partnered with a pair of brand new shoes. I have Evan to thank for it.The architecture of this private club is showing its luxury and exclusivity to everyone who enters it. I'd been here a few of times before to deliver a few important documents to my former boss. But seeing this place one more time, this place will always make me feel like I am walking into an entirely different world. I should always remember this is a world that Mr. Harold, my biological father, can occupy so effortlessly because of his position and achievements.When I enter the main lobby, a polite attendant suddenly approaches me and guides me toward the reserved VIP room. "Mr. Harold is already waiting for you, Mr. Logan." The polite attendant said with a warm sm

The next day, I wake up early and make myself a cup of coffee. I don't have to go to the New Leaf Corporation today although I still have a few emails and documents from them that I need to check and reply today. But I decided to do it later and focus on the project we are working right now.Andrew and Robert also spent the night here in my place. Both of them are still awake until now. Seeig the number of empty mugs and plates lining on their tables, it is very clear they did not take any breaks at all. I sit at the dining table with the cup of coffee in my hand and watch them with mild amusement. Andrew's fingers are flying across his keyboard while his eyes are staring straight on the laptop screen. The clicking sound coming from his keyboard is almost hypnotic. Robert, who is sitting next to him, has a stylus in hand and quietly sketching the UI concepts on his tablet.An hour later, Andrew removes the glasses he's wearing and groans while rolling his neck."Alright." Andrew said

Jannica storms into her mansion later that afternoon. She angrily slams the front door with enough force to make the picture frames hanging on the wall near the entry way to tremble. Her heels keeps making sharp clacking sounds against the marble floors as she marches to the living room. Her mind can't stop replaying the scene where she encountered Chandler in the parking lot.How dare him?! How dare that man to speak to her like that? Chandler keeps speaking as if he was the one who had the upper hand and not her?! "Hah! Ridiculous!" Jannica told herself.In her anger and frustration, she throws her designer bag onto the nearest couch and pours herself a glass of wine from the bar. Hansel, her new partner now, was out on a business trip and cannot accompany her for a few days. But because of it, that is giving Jannica a plenty of time to stew in her anger alone. She takes a long sip on her glass and let the mixture of sweetness and bitterness of the wine to ease the frustrating feel

When someone finally removes the blindfold that is covering her eyes, Roselyn blinks several times until she can finally adjust her sight. She tries to scream but the cover on her lips is stopping her from doing it. All Roselyn can do is look around her surroundings while fear is surging in her heart.This should not be happening to her! Roselyn is supposed to visit Lady Silica's mansion today and have some fun when a group of masked men suddenly appear in front of her. She tried to avoid them but their movements were so quick that Roselyn found herself being thrown inside a wagon in just a blink of an eye. She saw her mother trying to help her but the kidnappers left as soon as possible.Roselyn tried to scream for help but it was all in vain. That's because someone covered her eyes before she felt pain in her nape. The next thing she knew, Roselyn is now in this dark and damp room.Although the room is dark, Roselyn can still recognize a few things inside. There were old chairs and t

When Charlotte returns to the Royal Palace, no one dares to talk to her. Everyone who can see the female General can tell that something is off about her today. But it is understandable since they just lost an important person in the worst possible way. If they feel bad about it, then General Commander Valentine must be feeling worse. The moment she enters her office, Charlotte frowns upon seeing a person waiting for her inside. It was General Commander Castella. But the first female General purses her lips and tries to ignore him. But her uninvited guest suddenly touches her arm and triggers the boiling anger that she is trying to hide.Without any hesitation, Charlotte put a hand on General Aster's neck and pushed him onto the wall. Her uninvited guest seems like he did not expect it to happen and he fails to react on time. When General Aster realized what happened, the female General started to squeeze his neck."Who told you to go to my office without any permission?" Charlotte a

"General Rovira, everything is now ready. We are just all waiting for your command.""I see."Kyle, one of the new knights of the Nocturnus Knights, can't help but lift his head and look at the female General who is now standing in front of a window. She is probably looking at the pleasant weather today. But no matter how nice the weather is, everyone can feel the dull and gloomy atmosphere that is covering the Royal Palace.Today, they are now holding the funeral of Sir Gabriel Nortus. Until now, they are still surprised that the brave Vice General of the Nocturnus Knights and the trusted subordinate of General Commander Rovira were found dead inside the royal library. The two deep wounds that pierced his heart were the cause of his death. Whoever killed Sir Gabriel is definitely not an ordinary person.Everyone thought they would hold a huge celebration to congratulate the knights who fought in battle. It was a clear victory for them. As for the Nocturnus Knights, they finished the

Three days had already passed since Charlotte and the Nocturnus Knights marched toward the war zone. The Royal Palace hasn't received letters or any messages from the female General yet. When Count Byron asked about it, Annie told him that it is sometimes happening. They must be busy setting up their camp or planning their strategy after seeing the place where they will face the enemies.While waiting for Charlotte's news, the royal twins are also doing their best to contribute to this war. The Crown Prince is doing well in his job as a temporary leader of their empire since Emperor Halil needs to rest more because of his now weak body. Everyone in the palace can see that Prince Marius is now ready to become the next person who will lead their empire once His Majesty steps down as their leader.Prince Marius is managing the political affairs inside the Royal Palace. With the help of their royal council and the cooperation of Saint Ingrid, the Crown Prince's work is getting smooth every

"Excuse me for being rude. But can Lady Rosalyn get straight to the point?" Charlotte asked as she put her teacup back on its saucer.Madam Rosalyn can't help but look at her biological daughter. She's been thinking for the past weeks, especially during the days she's been sick. The person in front of her seems like an unfamiliar person again. Lady Rosalyn is asking herself—Where did it go wrong?And she quickly found the answer to her question. It all started after she lost Charlotte fourteen years ago. Because of her carelessness, she lost her daughter and failed to find her for the past fourteen years. The former Countess even reached the point where she lose hope in finding her daughter again.For their distant and sour relationship, Lady Rosalyn can only blame herself. It was her fault all along. If only she tried her best to mend her relationship with Charlotte, maybe she will not treat her like a stranger now. She finally realized the importance of her former husband's words re

"General Commander, I received a report that the Solaris Knights successfully annihilate the demonic creatures' nest. General Commander Castella and his knights are now on their way to kill the babies so it will not cause any problems for us later.""Oh? Look at that. At least he still has another talent aside from irritating me all day.""General Rovira..."Charlotte ignores the troubled look on Sir Gabriel's face. Instead, she reads the report documents in her hands and checks the whole details about General Aster's work these past few days. In addition to what Sir Gabriel has said to her, the Solaris Knights also confirm that the demonic creatures in the illegal auction indeed come from the Ferzel Kingdom. It is said that General Aster found several receipts with dates written on them and they can use them as solid evidence to prove their crime later.It is also stated in the report that General Aster will return together with the Solaris Knights after they exterminate the hatchlin