Chapter 774 - A Crazy Invitation (1/2)

Sonia laid down the glass of alcohol and gazed at the man she deeply loved in the past before her. However, for unknown reasons, she felt nothing for him despite her still clearly remembering the place they first met. Back then, she was proud, arrogant, and disinterested in a crude man like Andre. She looked down upon other races like the nobles of the Country of Light and it was due to this that she mocked Cheryl, which led to Andre’s dissatisfaction.

Thereafter, Sonia came up with ways to defeat Andre, but eventually failed. It was at that moment her emotions toward this man had a strange transformation. Andre was a smart and powerful man to her, but he often got himself into trouble over meaningless matters and was willing to offend powerful nobles for his Elf servant. Sonia couldn’t understand what was going through his head at all and it was from that moment she found herself interested in him.

Then, under all kinds of chances, she got close to that man, and the latter had given her encouragement that she never expected. When she almost gave up due to tremendous pressure from family conflicts, Andre encouraged her to pull herself together, and she finally became the third executive officer of the Lockos Financial Group. Up until this moment, Sonia still remembered that night—Andre looked at her deeply and spoke about his incomparably childish dreams under the moonlight.

Perhaps it was the moment when she saw the glint in his eyes that she became deeply attracted to him.

His every word and action caught her eyes. She was intoxicated by his serious attitude, as well as the shy, innocent, yet hilarious smile that he displayed whenever he felt awkward. There were many times when she hoped to confess to this man, in exchange for his love and recognition. But now…

That was the past, after all.

The memories of the past emerged in her head. But deep down, she felt differently. If it were in the past, perhaps her heart would be pounding. But now, she was so oddly calm that she couldn’t believe herself.

What’s wrong with me? What have I become? Why? Why don’t I feel anything?

Sonia clutched the glass and took a sip.

“Sonia, are you alright?”

Andre asked curiously as the strong, stimulating sensation from the alcohol diffused inside her mouth, leaving her a little dizzy. Sonia shook her head.

“I’m fine, Andre…”

Sonia looked at him with a smile.

“Andre, do you like me?”

“Huh?”

Andre stared blankly and blushed.

“S-Sonia, what are you talking about…”

“Answer me, Andre.”

Sonia stood up and went up to him. Currently, they were the only ones in this private VIP room that Andre had booked, which was why Sonia had no concerns. She placed her hand on his chest and leaned into his ear.

“Do you like me, Andre? Do you want me?”

“S-Sonia?”

Andre appeared rather miserable at her sudden advancement. He instinctively stood up as though to avoid her.

“What’s the matter with you? You’re drunk, Sonia… Don’t…”

“I like you… Andre…”

A confession that he yearned for even in his dreams.

But for unknown reasons, Sonia didn’t feel the excitement and embarrassment she had expected. At this moment, she felt as though an actress on stage and whatever she did was simply acting according to the script.

“Sonia, you…”

“Do you like me, Andre?”

Sonia took one step closer and pushed herself onto him. She looked up silently at him. Then, she wrapped her arms around his neck.

Will you be able to help me break free from this incubus so I can restart all over again, Andre? Can you do it?

“D-Don’t do this, Sonia!”

Just as Sonia’s lips were about to touch Andre’s, the latter shrunk and pushed her away. Sonia staggered and widened her eyes in astonishment. The atmosphere turned strange instantly. Andre blushed and let out an awkward cough while his eyes wandered.

“I’m… sorry… Sonia, I didn’t…”

“Huhuhu…”

“Huh?”

“Hahahaha…!”

Sonia stooped over and burst into laughter. After a few moments, she straightened her posture.

“You’re so easily tricked by me, Andre. Aren’t you a little too stupid? I didn’t expect you to be this gullible. It seems like I should get Cheryl to watch over you whenever you go to the ball. If not, how am I supposed to explain to Cheryl if you’re bewitched by a noblewoman?”

“T-This has nothing to do with Cheryl.”