Hiding Behind Her Superficiality by Kyla Olson

As it turned out, this was because she found out that Rayan would also show up at that Fashion Week. To her, the sooner she came into contact with him, the higher her chances of success; she could put up with being used by Arthur as long as she could complete her task.

The next day, Arthur woke her from sleep early in the morning.

Getting up on the wrong side of the bed, Elspeth stood up with a yawn, glowering furiously at the man who removed her blanket. “Arthur! How could you—”

“I what?” Arthur cut her short. “I’m going to Fashion Week in a moment. If you don’t get up now, you might have to get there on your own later.”

Unlike in Chars, it was difficult to hail a cab in Eden, yet Arthur had only one car in his possession, which made Elspeth wonder if it was on purpose. Glancing back reluctantly, she saw a large box on her desk, which seemed to contain an evening gown. “Is this for me?” She opened it, revealing a black fishtail gown with a low-key yet luxurious and exquisite design that she might prefer.

Arthur nodded. “Of course. Who else here would wear this other than you?”

“How did you know my size?” Elspeth looked at him suspiciously.

“Ahem…” Arthur instantly turned scarlet. “I guessed it from my everyday observation of your physique. I’m a doctor, remember? That’s why I have keen powers of observation.” Well, I couldn’t say that I stole a dress from her wardrobe, no?

Only then did Elspeth lower her guard. She picked up the gown with a smile, saying, “Fine, I believe you.”

“Just hurry and tidy yourself up. We’re leaving in a minute,” Arthur said before leaving her room without pausing.

slovenly casual. After

dead in Chars, Elspeth had to keep a low profile, so she

they had only heard of in the last six months thanks to him bringing Bluestone Corp to its zenith at only 25 years

to him? Why have we

named Emma Walker? How come he got himself a different companion

sake of novelty, I guess. Men are all like this, after

linked arms while talking and laughing cheerfully, she clenched her teeth in anger. How can this woman take

sense of danger spread all the way up her spine. Unable to restrain herself any longer, she took a few steps forward to Arthur’s side in a desperate attempt to show off her closer relationship with him. “Arthur, you should’ve told me

other now?” Arthur’s voice sounded indifferent.

that she couldn’t see through the man at all. She puckered up her lips with a hurt look before darting a glance at Elspeth next to him. “But you always made me your companion at all the parties you went to before. Who is this woman beside you?” She didn’t even have to guess it; even though

Elspeth, shielding her completely. He even deliberately put the stress on the second part of

a word. What Arthur said will probably incense Emma at once. If she really exposes my identity then, things will probably

deep down in an instant. “Arthur, what’s wrong with you? Are you mad at me

irritating to speak to her, so he turned around and wrapped his arm around Elspeth’s shoulders. “Didn’t you say you were hungry just now? Let’s get something to eat over there,” he

to nod obediently