I, the Villain - Vol. 1
Copyright© 2025 by Traverse
Chapter 2
“Sorry, I...”
Just as he was about to refuse, he was cut off by Rose White.
“Lucas Grey, you keep saying you like me, but now you won’t even accompany me to a birthday banquet?”
Her face, pale and flawless like snow, showed no hint of a smile as she slowly stepped closer, eyes glittering.
“Have you been lying to me all along?”
Cold sweat formed on Lucas Grey’s forehead.
He quickly forced a smile. “How could I? I was just joking. As long as you say the word, I’ll go through fire and water for you!”
Rose White curved her lips slightly. “Then get ready. Pick me up at six.”
[Pick her up it is. To keep the persona intact, I’ll follow the female lead through anything.]
...
At six in the evening, a Porsche appeared right on time at the gates of the White family villa.
Lucas Grey stepped out of the car with a heavy heart, but the moment he looked up, he saw Rose White walking out.
[Wow, she’s stunning.]
[Her black hair flowed like a waterfall. Her figure was curvy and graceful. Her delicate waist looked like it could be held in one hand. The slit in her white dress revealed a glimpse of her pale, slender legs.]
[Even her feet in black high heels were fair and flawless. This woman is the very definition of top-tier beauty.]
All his worries vanished. Lucas Grey suddenly felt that this trip was well worth it.
Hearing his inner praise, Rose White scoffed quietly.
Even if his affection was an act, he was still captivated by her looks.
Men really are all the same. All they know is how to ogle legs. Pathetic.
“Let’s go.”
Once they got in the car, Rose White pretended to casually scroll on her phone, but her mind was filled with thoughts about how to coax information out of him, especially about KY Group.
They happened to drive past KY Tower, and Rose White seized the chance.
“KY Tower is quite impressive. By the way, has the Grey family ever considered working with KY Group?”
Lucas Grey chuckled. “You’re asking the wrong guy. I’m famous for being a wastrel who loafs around all day. I don’t handle any family business. You know that better than anyone.”
“Should I call my dad and ask him?”
[Of course not. KY Group has been in trouble for a while. Their cash flow has dried up. Even the banks won’t lend to them. Only a fool would want to work with them.]
[Such a major project, and they didn’t even do due diligence? Signed the deal over a dinner meeting? I honestly don’t know how this woman built White Group to such heights.]
[The male lead is blessed by fate. Is the female lead just lucky by association? Business queen? Seriously?]
Rose White took a deep breath, barely resisting the urge to pinch him hard.
This guy really had a way with words. When talking about KY, did he have to insult her too?
President Kang was her grandfather’s close friend. Her grandfather had been present during the contract signing. Could she really oppose the elders in that situation?
Still, why did Grandpa trust President Kang so much?
Half an hour later, the Porsche stopped at the entrance of the Golden Lace Hotel.
As soon as Rose White stepped out, she drew every gaze on the scene.
No surprise there. She was the number one beauty in Su City.
Who wouldn’t want to steal a glance?
Except for Lucas Grey.
Even acting gets exhausting, so whenever Rose White turned her back to him, he used the time to relax and admire the surroundings.
The birthday banquet was hosted by the President of Skybridge Group. He couldn’t quite recall the name, but it did sound familiar.
“Rose!”
Suddenly, a gentle voice called out.
“I’m so happy you could come for Dad’s birthday. He’ll be thrilled. But why are you here with Young Master Grey? I thought you hated him?”
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