Devil's Bargain

6

Chit-chatting with the Devil

First Day...

[ 'Chance Encounter' as the First Mission Strategy to Approach the Devil ]

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Grabbing Yung's hand, Rhea moved him away from Racheal. He gestured for her to follow them as they made their way to the private lift.

After fixing her mask and headgear, Racheal dutifully boarded the lift with Rhea and Little Yung. The journey on the lift was very quiet. Racheal was slyly monitoring the father-son pair while Rhea was completely oblivious to her.

It was evident to her that Rhea and Yung were closely related. She sensed that the two were getting along quite well as father and son based on their interactions.

She was happy that she had met the Devil with Little Yung's help. 'Making a way to meet and grow closer to the Devil and his family' was the first task she accomplished, and Rhea was unable to refuse the small child.

It so happened that Old Man Xian's birthday fell on this day. That Little Yung asked her to go with him was such a blessing. This was a fantastic chance to engage with the Devil on a deeper level.

Racheal stole a furtive look at Rhea, who was ignoring her all the while. Oh no. This would not be a simple process, in my opinion. This dude is treating me like I'm invisible, giving me no attention at all.

She let out a long, heavy breath and bit her bottom lip to calm herself. "I should impress the Devil at the celebration." I should be noticed by him. Guys like attractive ladies, don't they? Rhea Sparks shares those men's vulnerability, I suppose.

Ding!

When they eventually arrived at the CEO's office on the eighteenth level, the lift door slid open. Without delay, little Yung grabbed his father's hand and asked Racheal to come in.

This is my dad's workplace, Miss Ra. Now let's go inside."

Racheal gave the little kid a simple nod. For the purpose of her goal, she was doing her best to get along with Little Yung even though she was finding it difficult to engage and cope with a child.

"Now, what are we going to do?" He ought to take me shopping, so he can get me a dress. Racheal questioned herself as she looked about.

Racheal felt numerous pairs of eyes watching them, especially hers, with her assassin's instinct. She was correct, too! Racheal saw the bodyguards staring at her with such wonder and fascination only a few seconds after she exited the lift.

"What are they examining?" I want to rip out their eyeballs! She moaned to herself. She even gave them a stern, icy glance that caused the security to turn away.

"Eh, is she the woman the little young master was talking about?"

"Madam Monica, didn't I think she was just as gorgeous as her mother? She just has a generic appearance. Why is she dressed in such basic clothing? She has covered her face as well."

"Ahem! Have you not noticed? She gives us the same kind of intense glare as our Big Boss. Frightenful!"

"Cough! Cough!" Alex overheard the bodyguards talking. He used a throat-clearing motion to get their attention and tell them to be quiet.

"Go back to your respective stations, now!" He gave them the command.

"Do they not think our Big Boss could hear them?" The little young master is the reason they just made it through a disaster. Do they intend to court death? Helplessly, Alex shook his head.

Little Yung, Racheal, and Rhea were let in by him. However, Rhea turned to face his son and spoke with him before they went inside.

"Yung, please go to your babysitter and wait in your play area for us. I had to get ready for the party with Miss Ra. Recognise?"

When Racheal heard it, her eyes were wide. The little guy was being sent away by Rhea to spend time with her alone. This gave her a horrible sensation.

Racheal met Little Yung's eyes and asked him to remain with her, shaking her head. However, the tiny child just smiled at her, comforting her that everything would be well.

"I'll see you later, Miss Ra. Rest certain that my father will take good care of you."

"Look after me?" Absolutely not! I think he's going to murder me. With the Devil's eyes darting daggers at me, I should have been dead by now if a single look could kill.

Because of Rhea's domineering demeanour, Racheal was afraid to exhibit weakness and dared not stop the little child.

Meanwhile, Little Yung, full of excitement for the celebration tonight, said farewell to his father and Racheal. He even gave Racheal a wink before turning to go out with his nanny.

Rhea went inside the room without waiting for Racheal when the little boy departed. Alex led the way inside for her.

Rhea went to his executive seat and took a seat. He placed his arms over his chest, leaned slightly in his chair, and returned his penetrating attention to Racheal.

Sensing a signal not to get any closer, Racheal instinctively halted one metre from his table. Alex stood by her as well, awaiting Rhea's order.

"Who are you?" Once again, he questioned her sharply.

Racheal made every effort not to scoff at him. Now she took care not to irritate this guy. However, she was unsure about how much longer she could tolerate this frigid Devil.

In an attempt to be informal, she said, "My name is Ra." Have you already forgotten who I am? I was only recently introduced to you by Yung." She even let out a chuckle after saying that.

"I am referring to your full name," he said icily, irritated.

"Oh? Apologies. But hold on, must I really do that? I'm not here to apply for jobs. Before she had a chance to compose herself, her tongue slipped again.

She just didn't want to provide her full name since she was meant to be in the hospital at that moment. All she wanted was for Rhea to be uninterested in show business, so she could continue to deny being the starlet who had supposedly committed suicide just hours before.

"Oh no... It's almost like I forgot about this. I should keep my face hidden from the public. How can I go to a party this evening? A public figure is me. I may be recognised by someone!

Alex, meantime, was astounded to see how Racheal responded to his boss. Unless someone was close to Rhea Sparks, no one would dare speak to him informally. Alex opened his lips to recall and warn her, but he stopped when he spotted Rhea's piercing look at Racheal.

Is she deranged? Does she not fear him? Alex looked at Racheal with a sly smile on his face.