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.

as quickly as she could, making sure not to appear either too conspicuous or too slovenly casual. After tidying up everything, she and Arthur went out and

dead in Chars, Elspeth had to

arm-in-arm, those around them immediately started to take pictures. Although they didn’t recognize Elspeth, they were familiar with Arthur next to her, whom they had only heard of in the last six months

the woman next to him?

that Arthur was mad about a celebrity named Emma Walker? How come he got himself a

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

everything they said eventually reached Emma’s ears. Seeing how Arthur and Elspeth linked arms

in love with Elspeth, but she was suddenly no longer so sure of it when she noticed the inexplicable chemistry between them. An indescribable 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 you arrived. I could’ve gone

we run into each other now?” Arthur’s voice sounded indifferent. Obviously, he

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 the woman was wearing sunglasses, she could determine

her completely. He even deliberately put the stress on the second part of his reply, as if reminding Emma not to disclose

inwardly without saying a word. What Arthur said will probably incense Emma at once. If she really exposes my identity

an instant. “Arthur, what’s wrong with you?

turned around and wrapped his

but to nod obediently and