Matthew and Lucy rarely got to spend time together anymore, so they usually had to carve out time just to be together. This festival was the perfect opportunity.Matthew was so dedicated to his work that he even sacrificed his own hobbies, yet Lucy was able to dig up his secret interests from the dusty corners of the study.Lucy was so understanding and respectful that it was not an overstatement to say that they were soulmates.Deeply engrossed in conversation, they completely forgot the presence of the rich and powerful figures around them. Their affectionate photos were captured by the reporters.The headlines for tomorrow were already being written in their heads. [Matthew Leon from Leon Corporation and his wife, Princess Lucy of Charleston, debunking rumors.] What a money-making title.As the revolving lights cast a dreamy warm glow on Lucy’s face, Matthew’s hand was about to caress Lucy's cheek when suddenly, there was a sharp whoosh and the lights dimmed.The sudden darkne
Lucy was surprised to see that the owner of this hand was none other than her newly made friend, Truman.Matthew’s expression instantly soured. What was Truman trying to do, standing between him and Lucy? Matthew was starting to get annoyed. He was already displeased when he saw him hovering around Lucy earlier.Anyone with common sense would know better than to disturb them, but Truman seemed to have no fear at all and was unable to sense Matthew’s displeasure.“Do you need anything?”Hearing Matthew’s unfriendly tone, Lucy pinched his arm. Matthew simply gave Truman a warning look.Truman smiled. “Mr. Leon, I remember that you spilled juice on yourself over there. I just wanted to remind you that the stain on your clothes will surely attract a lot of attention if you dance with Lucy later. "Some may even turn it into a scandal. Why don’t I step in and save the day?”“Save the day? How so?”Matthew already knew that Truman’s next words were not well-intentioned, but he still
The music at the ball was a distinctive waltz from the last century. Coupled with the perfectly synchronized dance steps of everyone on the dance floor, the scene was even more dreamlike. The lights followed each pair of dancers, illuminating each person beautifully.As the waltz began, everyone on the dance floor immersed themselves in enjoyment, showcasing their beauty with heartfelt smiles on their faces.Midway through the dance, the most passionate and graceful couples were followed by the spotlight. Everyone’s attention was drawn to them.Among them, the most eye-catching couple were Lucy and Matthew.Despite knowing how to dance, Lucy still seemed a bit awkward. She nearly stepped on Matthew’s toes several times. However, Matthew gently guided her, pulling her closer to his chest.“Matt… can you loosen up a bit? I’m afraid I’ll step on your toes…”Lucy restrained her steps, fearing that she might accidentally jab her heels into Matthew’s feet.Although she had some clos
There was not a trace of clouds in the sky as the bright moon cast its gentle light upon the ground.Even outside the venue, sounds of laughter and glasses clinking could be heard. The sounds carried an air of festivity.Yitty knew that embracing such an atmosphere required courage.As a member of the underworld, people often viewed her through colored lenses, assuming that she was a cold-blooded animal. Hence, they kept their distance from her. Deep down, like everyone else, she had a soft side.It had been a long time since she last saw Cillian after their incident. Yitty did not know why she suddenly thought of him. Besides, they seemed like sworn enemies. Why did she still miss him? She shook her head, unsure of what to make of her feelings.She had originally planned to attend the festival today as Lucy had secretly sent her an invitation so that she could make more friends. However, after she got dressed and got to the venue, she found herself unable to move forward.It was
The ball had come to an end, and Lucy and Matthew reentered the VIP area.They thought that it would just be a simple ball, but they did not expect there to be an award ceremony.Lucy was not a professional dancer, but she had practiced ballroom dancing for some time. She never thought the skills she learned would come in handy one day.With the trophy in her hands, she smiled joyfully as if she had obtained treasure.Matthew suggested, “If you enjoy dancing so much, would you like me to take you to other balls next time?”Lucy rejected his offer. “Are you kidding me? As happy as I am, I never thought that someone like me, who hasn’t achieved much in dancing, could win such an award. It seems like you’re right. Maybe I should put down my pencil and start exploring other interests.Listening to how she underestimated herself, Matthew simply smiled without arguing with her. All he wanted to do was pamper her.Meanwhile, Cillian finally found Lucy. “Long time no see, ex-classmate.”
The guest rooms on the third floor were spacious, and the rooms were specially arranged for guests to stay.Lucy chose the largest and most comfortable room for Yitty.“Why were you alone outside, Yitty? If you felt uncomfortable, you could've called me. Cillian said you were wandering around outside for so long that you almost caught a cold. Is something wrong?”Lucy naively thought that Yitty might have encountered some sort of trouble and asked out of concern.Yitty smiled and said, “No, Lucy. You’re overthinking. I just… I just…”She fell silent all of a sudden because she did not know where to start.She had been feeling a complex web of emotions since she stepped into the party, and she did not know how to dispel them either. This was not like her at all.When Cillian appeared, her emotions only intensified.Yitty could not stop thinking about Cillian and how to interact with him to avoid being awkward. If they were to meet again in the future, she had no idea how she wou
"If you love someone, tell them.”It was an age-old saying, but still, many people hesitated to do it. Even someone as carefree and bold as Yitty felt anxious.“Will he respond to me if I tell him? Will he listen?” Yitty wondered as she flipped over and collapsed onto the couch. She gave off an intense, seductive aura.“Cillian is as stubborn as a block of wood. He never listens to anything I say. He’s so stubborn and inflexible.”Lucy silently listened to Yitty vent her frustrations about Cillian. It felt like the room was filled with a sense of despair."Cillian is…” Yitty had already taken off her high heels. After walking outside of the venue for so long, she was exhausted. “Do you know how much effort I put into finding these heels? I went to the mall just to find a pair that would match my dress so that I could make a good impression, but he…”As Yitty continued, her tone grew increasingly aggrieved. She was like a child being denied candy.There were various types of al
The hall was still filled with guests. All of them had smiles on their faces but with different meanings behind them. Some smiles were jealous and calculating, but some were from genuine enjoyment of the event.Matthew had always disliked Cillian. He was like a fly around Lucy, impossible to drive away.Lucy was always on Cillian’s side. If Matthew were to do something wrong, Lucy would blame him. Matthew could only bottle up his intense hatred toward Cillian.Matthew continued to scrutinize Cillian with his gaze, making Cillian feel uncomfortable. He smiled and said, “Mr. Leon, you’re making me feel uncomfortable.”“If you’re uncomfortable, then perhaps you shouldn’t have come.”Matthew retorted, implying that Cillian should just get the hell out.Cillian shrugged and said, “I don’t have a choice. Lucy wanted me to come, and she sent me the invitation personally. Wouldn’t it be ungrateful of me to refuse her gracious invitation?”His statement left Matthew speechless as he clen