I had indeed gone mad.

If I hadn't experienced my previous life, I wouldn't have broken the engagement so easily.


I was raised to prioritize family. Having benefited from family resources, I needed to contribute in return.

Since I'd have to marry for alliance eventually, better the devil I know.

For the Lindell family's century-old business to advance further, cooperation was essential.


And Gabriel had seemed like a good choice.

Among his generation in the Koster family, many were talented, but with his father dead, Gabriel was the most malleable.


Supporting Gabriel would maximize our benefits.

So in my previous life, when Gabriel rose to power and proposed a major project with Lindell Group, my father invested substantial capital without hesitation.

Only to be blindsided by Gabriel.

Proof that working with a fool guarantees failure.

"Elaine, what did that scumbag Gabriel say?" my friend asked over video call.

Before, Gabriel and I often chatted, with endless conversations.

This time, just three words:

"Knock it off."

I tugged at the corner of my mouth.

"Elaine!" My friend grew anxious. "Elaine, what did Gabriel actually say? Don't forgive him easily..."

I interrupted her: "I'll talk to you later. I need to go out urgently."

From the pile of gifts, I took out a specially wrapped box containing a jade necklace—the one from the auction six months ago.

I picked up the necklace, stood up, and put on my coat.

"Elaine, what's wrong? Going out so late?"

"Mom, I have something to do. I'll be back soon."

I closed the door, turned, and walked toward my car.

Me now was certainly not the me of several days ago.

The Elaine who still had hope for Gabriel was long dead.

What remained was an Elaine focused solely on revenge.