Enflammé de vengeance

• CEO
• Destiny
• Strong Female Lead
• True Love

• Ep. 1
  Layla York, once known as Balton’s Valkyrie, is now married to Sean Groff, believing he saved her life years ago. She has dedicated herself to supporting his rise, even securing his position in the Onyx Group. As she prepares to announce his CEO appointment at the Phoenix Gala, a group of men mock her humble origins, calling her a "village girl" unfit for high society. Despite their insults, they acknowledge her beauty. The scene shifts to a tense confrontation where a mysterious man, Xue Donglai, intervenes. He is revealed to be the "King of Black Gold," a powerful figure controlling global underworld factions. The men, terrified, bow before him. Xue Donglai then pays homage to an even greater authority, the "Empress," hinting at a deeper, more dangerous power structure at play. Layla’s world is about to collide with forces far beyond her control.
• Ep. 2
  Layla York, known as the Valkyrie of Balton, reveals her true identity as the powerful and revered "Empress of the North," a figure of immense authority and respect. Her subordinates, realizing their grave mistake in underestimating her, beg for mercy, which she grants with a stern warning to keep her identity secret. Layla reflects on her past, recalling how she narrowly escaped death three years ago during a battle at Lu Shen Valley. Since then, she has worked tirelessly to elevate her husband, Sean Groff, and his family, positioning him to become the CEO of the Onyx Group. Layla plans to announce Sean's promotion at the upcoming Phoenix Gala, where she will also reveal her true identity to him. She believes this will solidify his position and bring him into the spotlight. Meanwhile, Layla is preoccupied with the mysterious disappearance of the Phoenix Jade, a symbol of ultimate honor and power, which is said to be connected to the Divine Emperor's Sword. She senses that the missing half of the Phoenix Jade will soon resurface. To prepare for the grand event, Layla orders an extravagant feast to be held, inviting the elite from all corners of the world. She also instructs her trusted aide to prepare a lavish dowry, including a city, to be presented alongside the Phoenix Jade. The banquet, named "Phoenix Jade," will be a pivotal moment, marking Sean's rise to power and Layla's unveiling of her true self.
• Ep. 3
  Layla York, once known as Balton’s Valkyrie, reflects on her past with Sean Groff, the man she believed saved her life and later married. Over the years, she has supported his rise to power, helping him secure a position in the prestigious Onyx Group. As she prepares to announce his appointment as CEO at the Phoenix Gala, tensions rise. A mysterious figure from her past, Ye Linghan, resurfaces, now married into the influential Gu family in Haicheng, Qinzhou. The Onyx Group, a powerful and enigmatic organization, is hosting a grand event, and invitations have been sent to prominent families, including the Gu and Chen families. Layla’s connection to Ye Linghan hints at unresolved conflicts and hidden agendas. As the night of the gala approaches, Layla’s loyalty and past decisions are called into question, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.
• Ep. 4
  Layla York, once devoted to her husband Sean Groff and his family, finds herself in a tense confrontation with her mother-in-law. The older woman berates Layla, accusing her of bringing shame to the prestigious Gu family by working a menial job. She boasts about her son’s success in turning the nearly bankrupt Gu Group into a top-tier enterprise in Qingzhou, thanks to his position in the Onyx Group. She dismisses Layla as unworthy of her son and offers her 500,000 yuan to leave the family. Layla, however, stands her ground, hinting at her own significant role in the family’s rise to power. She challenges her mother-in-law, demanding that Sean himself come to discuss their divorce. The tension escalates as Layla refuses to sign the divorce papers, asserting her authority. The scene takes a dramatic turn when Sean unexpectedly arrives, caught off guard by the confrontation. The power dynamics shift as Layla’s true influence begins to surface, leaving everyone questioning her real position in the family and the Onyx Group.
• Ep. 5
  Layla York confronts Sean Groff, her husband, about their failing marriage. She reveals that she has been emotionally distant for two years, and Sean has only sought a divorce. Layla accuses Sean of neglecting her, stating that he hasn’t touched her in three years, and compares him unfavorably to Fang Lin, whom she plans to marry after the Onyx Group’s event. Sean, however, dismisses her claims, asserting that his success and status were earned through his own efforts, with some help from the Fang family. He coldly tells Layla that they are no longer compatible, as his wealth and position have elevated him beyond her reach. Layla, hurt and angry, reminds Sean that everything he has was built with her support. The tension escalates as both characters reveal their bitterness and resentment, leaving their relationship irreparably fractured.

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