Love’s Cunning Ruse

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The moment “Mr. Lionel” was mentioned, everyone’s gaze shifted towards the direction Daphne was pointing at. At first, everyone thought Daphne was just trying to cause a distraction, but when they turned and looked, Lionel was actually standing in the jewelry

store across the street.

Next to Lionel was a woman wearing a blue cloak. She was tall and even from a distance, you could tell she was stunning.

They stood in front of the diamond ring counter, looking pretty close, like old friends.

The last time Mr. Lionel was caught up in some juicy gossip was with his manager, Albertine. But in the end, she tied the knot with the well–known director, Babur Farrell.

Before clarify his relationship with Albertine, Mr. Lionel was always at the center of the rumor mill. Be it an Oscar–winning actress or a supermodel, if he was in the picture, gossip was bound to follow.

But sadly, ever since he and Albertine called it quits, there’s been no more gossip about Mr. Lionel. He seemed to have turned a new leaf and stopped hobnobbing with female celebrities and models. He also seemed more focused on work.

Even at press conferences, he wanted more attention on his work. People all thought he was just being discreet about his love life, but no matter how much the media dug, there were no leads.

After a long scandal–free streak, who would’ve thought Mr. Lionel would show up in public with a woman, and while shopping for diamond rings, no less!

All the reporters dashed towards Lionel, completely forgetting about Daphne, who was their original target.

Daphne also followed the reporters. Just a few days ago, she had worked her butt off to get an exclusive interview with Mr. Lionel about his love life. The magazine interview hadn’t even been published!

If Mr. Lionel’s going public with his relationship now, then what was the point of the interview?

This might even jeopardize Daphne’s potential promotion.

Thinking about that, Daphne regretted impulsively giving the media a scoop about Lionel. Who knew he was here to shop for a diamond ring with a woman!

Like a detective, Daphne bought a baseball cap and a large shawl to disguise herself so that she won’t get recognized by the reporters. She then followed the reporters into the jewelry store.

The woman who appeared with Lionel in the jewelry store was classy. At first glance, Daphne recognized her.

It was Katie, a multi–talented actress who had worked with Lionel years ago. Because of their movie, The Mythical Dragon Whisker, fans gave them the nickname Kitty&Lion.

Back then, some people speculated that they fell in love during filming, but Lionel had dated many women afterwards, and he never publicly admitted being with Katie.

Looks like they’ve been in a low–key relationship all this time!

once

and Albertine.

the reporters surrounded Lionel and Katie, mic in

seemed surprised by the media’s presence. Daphne,

to check on her magazine

grilling Lionel and

at Katie, his gaze

oft, as

they should

eyes under her cap, thinking: Lionel is shameless! Just a few days ago during the interview he said he didn’t have a perfect partner in

ring still had the price tag on

Katie stepped forward, took off her sunglasses and mask, and said to the media with a smile, “You guys got it all

“Mr. Lionel and

to herself, didn’t realize

about digging up some dirt on Lionel, she heard Katie laugh and say, “Mr.

Daphne smirked.

long ago Lionel said in an interview that he had no partner…

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the talking while he was playing with his phone, not explaining or confirming anything. How terrible

asked, “Are you and Mr. Lionel secretly

this, even Daphne perked up her ears

“You guys got it all wrong, Mr. Lionel is just here to help me out as a friend.

left Daphne flabbergasted.

valid, and

instantly broke into a huge

Lionel is such a good man!

Katie to be engaged, let alone to Lionel’s

getting the answer she wanted, she

Lionel turned towards Daphne and flashed a heart–melting smile.

her

confused, pointing at her

ours!” Lionel said, even though he was talking about

was well protected by Lionel, and the media could only capture the back of her

like a deer caught in headlights. In Lionel’s arms, she was