Chapter 14 The Quiet Takeover Seryna saw the panic on Tehila's face and knew she'd hit the mark . J Then Seryna's smile faded . She hated herself for being such a fool in her last life . If she'd stopped chasing her family's love , maybe her three brothers wouldn't have had the chance to beat her to death . Now , with just a little pushback , Tehila gave in . But Seryna knew how vile she was . The setup wouldn't end here . Tonight , Jeremiah would come home and punish Seryna . But after dying once , she had less to fear than Tehila . This time , she'd make sure every one of them died at the hands of their beloved Tehila . Seryna's eyes grew colder and sharper. That stare sent a chill down Tehila's spine . " Damn it . I let some country girl spook me ? No way . Just my Chapter 14 The Quiet Takeover head messing with me , " she told herself . Seryna spoke up , her voice cool . " Tehila , you're so fake ." " You- " Tehila napped , scowling . Seryna walked off without a glance back . Tehila stared after her , seething . She couldn't wait for Jeremiah to get home . He adored her most and would help her get rid of Seryna . She grabbed her phone and started typing fast , telling him what had happened today . She was determined to make the whole family see Seryna as the enemy . Seryna knew Jeremiah was coming back , but she wouldn't be around . She was headed to her grandmother's place to start training with a new etiquette coach . She moved in with Devona and stayed . In a month , she'd learned so much . Seryna grew up in an orphanage , but still managed top grades . She moved from one teacher to the next . There was always more to learn , and she soaked it all up . Chapter 14 The Quiet Takeover Every night , she shared what she'd picked up with Rashad . He was thrilled , watching her turn into a refined lady . Seryna knew Rashad wouldn't care about anyone who wasn't useful to him . Downstairs , Devona sat in the living room , poised and elegant in a rose - red gown . Next to her stood her assistant , Natalie Carman , who'd been by her side for over two decades . She glanced at Seryna , still deep in study , and let out a soft chuckle . " She's just like you , Madam . You picked things up quick , too , back in the day . " " Natalie watched Seryna work hard over the past month , growing from rough edges to refined elegance . Devona sighed . " She reminds me even more of her grandma on . her mom's side . " Then she turned to Natalie . " It's been a month . Take her shopping . I heard Calbert's back in the country , getting invited to all the big events . From here on , she's under your wing . " Natalie realized that Devona was passing the torch . Seryna was her successor , and marrying Calbert was part of the plan . Chapter 14 The Quiet Takeover It wouldn't be easy because others in the Willard family had . their eyes on Devona's company . Natalie walked over with a warm smile . " Ms. Willard , your grandma asks you to take a break . You've been working nonstop . Let me take you out and get a few nice gowns . Events are coming up , and you're coming with me . I'll introduce you to the right crowd , help you ease in . " Seryna set her materials aside and looked up . Feeling recognized , she gave a graceful smile . " Then I'll follow your lead . Thank you , Natalie ."