Marriage contract: Fake love

Chapter 55: The Real Dance

Scarlet is pleased with the way her makeup turned out today. She believed that the color red brought out her natural beauty to the fullest.

Hades stopped the makeup artist just as she was about to put the jewelry on Scarlet. She had opened the jewelry box and was about to put it on. After carefully taking the necklace from Scarlet, he assisted her in draping it around her neck.

An unexpectedly romantic scene like waving appeared, so let's find out who can keep themselves under control before it. Not even a single person.

Hades said, "This jewelry is so beautiful, and if it weren't for you, I don't think there would be a suitable woman to wear it."

Scarlet poked fun at him by raising an eyebrow and asking, "Really? Are you sure?"

Hades reassured her with a pat on the shoulder, saying, "I'm telling the truth. Unquestionably accurate. Why should I even consider lying to my wife?"

The makeup artists in the back were looking at her with a mixture of admiration and envy. They are mystified as to how there can be a pair of people who are both so skilled and so well-rounded. They reminded me of a comic book prince and princess. The two of them went together like peanut butter and jelly. If they are meant to be together and get married with everyone's blessing, they will travel the road of life together and have a happy ending.

Hades laughed as well, then extended a hand and politely bent over slightly to assist Scarlet in standing up.

Party.

It was a very happy and active atmosphere thanks to the sound of people laughing and talking. When they were finally able to let loose and have fun at the party that Hades had organized, none of them could contain their elation. One final point: once the host has officially started the party, the guests are free to act in any manner they see fit.

The flashing lights brought instant illumination to the primary entrance, which had been obscured by darkness for some time.

Everyone's attention was drawn in that direction as the music began to play in preparation for the arrival of the main character.

Hades and Scarlet were seen leaving the building hand in hand. Everyone was awestruck by their stunning good looks and captivating presence. After that brief moment of shock, everyone in the room began to cheer for the two of them.

Scarlet cast her eyes around the room, and she quickly became aware that Hades' child bride was also present. It's just that, on closer inspection, her evening gown from today looks remarkably similar to Scarlet.

It is also a red dress, but unlike Scarlet's dress, the details that are attached to the skirt of this one are feathers rather than roses. Her tresses are styled in undulating waves, and they gracefully fall to her shoulders, where they subtly but effectively support a portion of her back.

She was smiling seductively at Hades as she flirtatiously leaned back on the crystal table while holding a glass of wine in her hand.

Her eyes didn't hide her feelings one bit. It is abundantly clear that she is attempting to convey to others what is going on in her mind.

However, Hades did not pay attention to her; rather, he focused on greeting the characters with blood at this party rather than paying attention to her. The majority of the guests at today's party were young people in their twenties and thirties who enjoyed social gatherings. Neither Hades nor Scarlet's parents were in attendance.

Kia, the president of the USZ car company, which is famous all over the world, can't seem to take his eyes off Scarlet. He moved closer to her and Hades and extended his hand to shake hands with both of them as he greeted them.

Kia's lustful feelings came to the surface as she observed Scarlet's graceful appearance and heard not a single negative comment about it. He couldn't help but fix his gaze on her, longing to feel her skin. Kissing that white skin will make other people experience feelings similar to those described in the previous sentence. Nobody can know for sure.

Kia: "Hello, you are looking very lovely today."

Scarlet responded to his greeting with courtesy as well.

Kia didn't try to hide the avarice in his eyes at all. Naturally, Hades did not enjoy it when other people looked at Scarlet in that manner. It made him uneasy. He couldn't help but cast an angry look in Kia's direction. Kia, on the other hand, showed no sign of fear and proceeded to get closer to Scarlet in an effort to narrow the gap that separated them.

A powerful force immediately pulled Scarlet's waist back in the opposite direction. Hades moved her body closer to him so he could examine it. Kia Director, the beauty next to you will be very sad if you leave her alone. Please look at Kia with serious eyes and remind yourself of this.

Kia cast a quick glance at Hades's hand and couldn't help but let out a sigh. "Thank you, but this beauty of mine can't be compared with your goddess-like beautiful wife. Your wife has a very lovely appearance... She is so stunning that I mistook her for a goddess when I first laid eyes on her."

He laughed and then gently moved the ravishing woman's waist in his direction. However, his actions were not at all gentle; in fact, they were quite rude, and this caused the other beauty to wince and frown.

Scarlet is not at all congested, and she beams with pride at Kia. Kia was as insignificant and unnoticeable to Scarlet as a speck of dust in the dry wasteland, in her eyes. He did not deserve her respect because he was the kind of lustful i***t that he was.

Kia wasn't bothered by Scarlet's disregard for her at all, and neither was Scarlet. He even smiled brighter. The kind of haughty and stunning women like her are the ones that captivate Kia's interest the most. When something is difficult to conquer, it is much simpler to instill avarice in the conquered population. Considering that Scarlet is a priceless jewel, she has every reason to carry herself in an imperious manner.

Scarlet turned to face Hades and said, "Honey, let's go say hello to a few more guests." Hades nodded his head. "The visitors who have been invited to this location are all highly esteemed guests. It would be wise for us to pay attention."

After gaining an understanding of the situation, Hades immediately responded, "Okay, we should leave."

He then turned to look at Kia, extended his hand to shake hands with her, and thanked her for being there, saying, "Thank you for being here. After a long and taxing day of work, we are going to take some time for ourselves at the party that has been planned for today. Get comfortable. Let's go to the party together."

Hades yanked Scarlet away from Kia before she could give a response.

As he followed Hades, he narrowed his eyes and then violently pinched the waist of the beautiful woman standing next to him when he saw that she was looking dazed. Damn you, girl, I went out of my way to bring a large sum of money so that I could give it to you, and now you have the audacity to look at other people. Let's see what kind of punishment I have in store for you when I get home.

The other beauty suffered, but she never once raised her voice in protest. She bowed her head in respectful submission.

They hadn't even greeted a few more people when Devilin and Ellie came up behind them and stopped them in their tracks.

The way in which the two individuals kept staring at the person who was hosting the party made their gazes unique.

Devilin was unable to conceal his fascination as he fixed his gaze on Scarlet. He extended his hand to Scarlet in a friendly manner, bowed his head, and said, "Hello, beautiful lady, your beauty is a priceless gift that God has reserved for you. Your stunning good looks absolutely mesmerized me. May I invite you to do a dance?"

Ellie stood before Hades, her demure and fragile demeanor making it simple for those around her to feel resentment toward her. She extended her hand, took Hades' hand, and then asked him in a friendly tone, "My gentleman, may I invite you to a dance?"

The situation cannot advance, nor can it regress in any way. Neither option is viable. When Scarlet looked at Hades, Hades immediately turned his head to look at Scarlet as well. It appeared that the two of them could read each other's thoughts with merely a glance at one another at any given moment. When all is said and done, the situation should not cause the guests to suffer a loss of face in any way.

Scarlet removed her hand from Hades's and placed it on Devilin's before responding, "If you have kindly asked me to dance, I would be glad to dance with you. Let's get together and dance."

Immediately after that, Scarlet and Devilin, along with Hades and Ellie, made their way to the stage where they were dressed and ready to dance.

Sweet music began to play in the background.

The evening gown, which was a ravishing shade of red, floated delicately through the air as the graceful feet moved across the stage. The delicate black roses that have been embroidered on the skirt move in response to the movement of the owner.

The man who was standing in front of her continued to look at her with adoration in his eyes. His features are sculpted to perfection, and he wears his affection on his lips in the form of a warm smile. Now more than ever, everyone and everything in Devilin's world are focused solely on Scarlet. However, Scarlet did not show any sign of interest in him, and her expression remained icy and uncaring.

The dance is beautiful to look at, but it does not communicate any love or concern for one another. When placed side by side, they were like two opposite signs, demonstrating that there was no possibility of compatibility between them.

Scarlet performed a stunning spin as Devilin raised her hand to a high position. Suddenly, the dress transformed into a stunningly gorgeous rose.

Everyone in the area applauded in response to the sudden beauty.

Ellie was also seen dancing in Hades' arms on this side of the river. She does not exaggerate the level of affection or connection that exists between her and Hades, but she does succeed in convincing others that the feelings and emotions that exist between the two of them are genuine.

From the genuine handshake to the way the bodies move in sync with one another, there are many signs that two people are in love. No matter how you look at it, it seems as though the two of them are familiar with and can communicate with one another.

The pleasant music comes to an end in a drawn-out fashion. Scarlet gradually removed her grip from Devilin's hand and proceeded toward Hades. Hades instinctually let go of Ellie's hand when he realized Scarlet was getting closer to him.

Scarlet did not spare praise: "You dance very well, I have a compliment for you."

Hades: “So are you. It's likely that your dancing ability is orders of magnitude superior to mine. I'm going to have to remember to ask you to give me a dance class at some point in the future."

Scarlet: "It makes no difference; for as long as you want, I'll be here to assist you."

The cheerfulness that was displayed by Scarlet and Hades made Devilin and Ellie uneasy. After exchanging glances with one another, the two of them walked out of the center together.

After going around and greeting everyone who had arrived, Scarlet's leg started to feel a little sore. After taking advantage of Hades to have a business conversation with one of his important guests, she exited the room and went to the balcony, which was empty.

Scarlet sat down in a chair and bent over to remove her bulky coat so that she could examine her legs as the light from the fireplace warmed the room.

Unexpectedly, a familiar hand came to support her legs at that moment.

The four people looked at each other, and Scarlett beamed with joy as she flung herself into Lucas' lap while smiling excitedly.

Scarlet: "I had a feeling you wouldn't show up... I seriously did not anticipate your presence in this location. It's just way too much fun to pass up."

Lucas encircled Scarlet in his arms, and he couldn't contain his desire to nestle his head in her lap and inhale the sweet fragrance that emanated from her skirt. But he didn't want Scarlet to freak out, so he chose to suffer the discomfort himself rather than risk Scarlet going through the same thing I did. He didn't want Scarlet to go through the same thing I did.

"How could I possibly miss out on this party?" asked Lucas. "The original celebration for this party was thrown in honor of both you and Hades. I'm not exactly close to Hades, but don't you think it's getting a little too close to you?"

Scarlet: "If that's what you're saying, then I'm relieved and happy all at the same time."

Lucas cast his gaze toward Scarlet's bare feet. He examined her while very carefully lifting one of her legs, removing her shoes, and doing so.

We are concerned that Scarlet will sustain an injury by the time the party is over if she continues to walk in these shoes despite the fact that they are not particularly comfortable for her. Lucas does not hold Scarlet responsible for his pain because he can only feel it himself. Because of the nature of her work, Scarlet makes it a point to walk for as long as she can, even though she is well aware that it is unhealthy for her to do so for an extended period of time while wearing high heels.

The heel is becoming increasingly widespread and exhibiting signs of bleeding. Even after receiving blood transfusions, the ten injured fingers did not begin to feel any better. As a result, their appearance has become pitiful and pale.

Scarlet gave Lucas a reassuring pat on the cheek as she gave him a hesitant smile after noticing the worry and concern written all over Lucas's face.

Scarlet: "Don't worry about me, you've seen the wound on my leg before, right? It's not the first time. These wounds need only have medication applied to them for a few days, and you can be absolutely certain that they will be completely healed."

Lucas heaved a sigh and pulled some bandages from his bag as he continued to be unable to tear his gaze away from the injury.

Scarlet was caught off guard as she stared at the tape. Her stomach suddenly churned with an unpleasant feeling. It would appear that she has retained this image in her memory. Even during the times when they were both in school together, Lucas continued to look out for Scarlet's well-being with all of his heart. Because he was aware that she frequently sustained wounds on her body, she made it a habit to carry a band-aid with her at all times. That way, in the event that she was involved in an accident, she would have something handy to treat it with right away.

The warm and fuzzy sensation that originated in the heart began to flow out. It was impossible for her to prevent her eyes from welling up with tears. She considers Lucas to be an angel, one whom she must always and for all time guard and preserve.

While carefully applying the tape, Lucas greeted Scarlet with a grin and said, "Scarlet, you still don't pay as much attention to yourself as you used to. Since I am not constantly by your side, it is difficult for me to look after you the way I did when we attended the same school."

Scarlet made an effort to gain control of her feelings and said with a bright smile, "Never mind, you are my best friend. Naturally, I will have no choice but to rely on you. Now that I'm an adult, don't worry about me because I can take care of myself."

Lucas grabbed her hand, gave it a gentle kiss on the cheek, and then said in a solemn tone, "Scarlet, I'm always behind you. Always."

Scarlet: "I know... you have always been there for me and are looking out for me."

"I know that I can't compare to the men around you right now," said Lucas, "but believe me, one day in the near future, I will surpass them and come back for you."

Scarlet said, "All right, let's stop talking about that for now. Because you arrived here so late today, I had assumed that you were occupied and therefore unable to attend."

"I have no choice but to come, regardless of how busy you are," said Lucas. "However, you are correct in your assumption that I was extremely busy, which is why I arrived so late."

Scarlet is aware of how hectic Lucas's job can be at times. She stood up, a cheerful smile on her face, and said, "Even if you are late, I still want to dance with you. Let's get together, my dear friend, and we'll dance."

The response from Lucas was, "Of course, my lovely lady."

While Scarlet picked up the phone and Lucas leaned down to politely invite Scarlet, Scarlet turned the music on. They were both beaming with joy at one another.

Effortless movement, a beaming smile, and an upbeat disposition. The body moved in time to the music, bringing it closer to them despite the distance that separated them. As Scarlett performed a twirling pose, Lucas supported her by lifting her hand. Immediately after that, he hoisted her entire body into the air and joyfully whirled her around a few times while she was suspended there.

Scarlet beamed with joy as she chuckled, her hands finding a comfortable resting place on his shoulders.

When compared to having to dance with Devilin and Hades, dancing with someone you love and respect definitely produces a very different feeling than being forced to dance with them.

As soon as Lucas made his appearance, Scarlet's gloomy disposition had been replaced by a sense of comfort.

They were having their conversation while standing side by side and leaning against the railing.

Lucas: "We're not going to call it a night today. Tomorrow night, the celebration won't end until 8 o'clock. Your husband must have a lot of fun playing games at parties.

Scarlet: "I wouldn't say that. Hades is not the type of person who gets overly excited about going to parties like this. Before Hades planned this party, he also meticulously calculated every little bit, making sure there was no room for emotion in his decision-making."

"What kind of person do you think Hades?"

After giving it some thought for a brief period of time, Scarlet finally responded, "He is a good man, and he has a very strong ability to develop a business career. However, when Ellie is present, the sparkle in his eyes disappears. He always behaves in a way that is completely unique."

"Don't you want to deal with Ellie?" questioned Lucas.

Scarlet: "No, there was nothing for me to deal with that she did. If I were in her position, I would experience the same feelings of resentment and unease whenever the person I love was with another woman. I have some compassion for her."

"Even if she does think that way, she has no right to treat you the way she does," said Lucas. "That is a very serious problem."

Scarlet: "I won't allow her to test the limits of her abilities. I am not the type of person who is kind and considerate toward other people. Please don't be too concerned about me."

She gave him a shy smile while c*****g her head to the side.

Lucas let out a sigh as he stroked her hair and sighed.

Never in his wildest dreams did he imagine that he would one day amass such wealth or fame. The only thing that Lucas wanted was to catch up to Scarlet as quickly as possible and prove that he was worthy of standing by her side.

Scarlet, you must be patient and wait for me for a little while longer. Please wait for me. I promise to put in the effort necessary to mature into a man who is deserving of the opportunity to stand by your side. So long as I keep everything in my control, no other man will ever have the opportunity to cause you any harm.

The sound of police sirens appeared out of nowhere and came from behind.

When Scarlet and Lucas were frantically trying to pull each other out of the water, they both felt strange.

Both of them flinched in response to the sight that was in front of them.

The guests, who had been acting normally before, suddenly collapsed to the ground and displayed symptoms consistent with a drug shock reaction, including convulsions and coma.

Scarlet made her way up to Hades.

Scarlet asks, "What the heck is going on?"

The look on Hades' face is repulsive. In response, he gave a grumpy expression and said, "I don't know either. Suddenly, some of the people attending the party had odd expressions on their faces. Thank goodness, there are people trained to provide first aid here, and I'd planned for them in advance so that things wouldn't get any worse."

Scarlet asked, "Do you know the reason why they changed into that kind of people?"

Hades gives a puzzled expression and says, "Now, I don't know for sure. Additionally, the police have arrived to investigate."

The heaviness that descended brought a gloomy disposition to everyone.

A very tense atmosphere had taken its place, having previously been one of joy and happiness. It's possible that there's a massive plot afoot to sabotage his professional standing and reputation by waiting for Hades up ahead.