I promptly collapsed into my chair upon returning to my office. Talking to that man for so long was draining. Because of our conversation, I finally know where the story stands, which is the only positive aspect of it all. Bingyan and Lun are together already, I am delighted that I did not have to witness their love story in the making. Xue Chi followed me back with the contract in hand with the other three roaming around my office waiting for me to finish talking to Han Lun.
"Xue Chi, keep the contract safe and Chen Wang, we need to talk about the Lee family situation". While the other two ladies observed, Chen Wang gave a subtle nod.
Yang Mi spoke, "Master, what did CEO Lun come for? Did he say what he 'personally' came to us?", the other three nodded at the same time.
I sighed, "He was trying to curry some favour with me I think, otherwise why would he talk so friendly as if we were best of friends". I said with a disgusted expression.
"Anyway, disregard that," I said with a glint in my eye, "Xue Chi, Yang Mi and Xing Tian, I must briefly speak with Chen Wang; please, exit the room." Following my instructions, the three of them departed without further ado. Despite their submissiveness, I could sense their interest in the subject I planned to broach with Chen Wang.
Even Wang Chen looked a bit nervous, as soon as the three left, I spoke, "Give me the file for the Lee family head". As he nodded, he handed me a document that included Lee Yi's complete biography.
I told Wang Chen to gather all details about the villain before I went to meet with Han Lun. I needed them all. I skimmed the file while Wang Chen stood to the side.
The first thing that caught my eye as I continued reading was the small image attached to the top. I stared at it, raven hair, a captivating smile and rosy pink lips. Sharp sword eyes that could seduce one's soul, a high nose bridge where one could slide down, the sculpture of a face. Perfectly sculpted to make the most handsome man ever. My eyes widen for a second to take in the exquisite piece of art that I just saw. Lee Yi's picture made me pause in my actions. However, one thing made me frown, his eyes should shine out were dim, void of any emotion. My heart aches at that.
If the male lead was handsome like an actor, then the villain was as beautiful as a God. I still do not get why Bingyan decided to give up on Lee Yi for Han Lun when he was so much better than Han Lun.
"I love him so much," I thought to myself as I ran my fingers over the photo of my villain. What is wrong with me? I don't know him but my love for the villain makes me love a person who I don't know at all. He is only words in a novel yet, he is so precious to me that I was willingly forced into jumping worlds to save the villains in different worlds.
Suddenly, I noticed that Chen Wang was waving at me to grab my attention.
"What is it?" I inquired, maintaining my expressionless neutrality. Chen Wang gave me a side eye before scratching his head and laughing.
"Master, I called you a few times but you didn't answer me! So I tried waving", he blushed in embarrassment. I didn't even notice, all of my attention was on Lee Yi so how could I?
As I set down the file and stood up, a sigh escaped me. I approached Chen Wang while he fixed his gaze on me.
"Chen Wang, I need you to pay close attention to what I have to say," he looked at me with a serious face and a nod that betrayed his obvious confusion.
"This man", I picked up the file and pointed at the image, Chen Wang was ready for action, and I could see from his stance, he only needed my command, "He will be your future master".
I muttered it as coldly as it could sound, however, it was not my intention. The colour on Chen Wang's face drained. His strange thoughts were obvious to me. He often did this in front of Bai Ling, since her words were not very clear, regardless, I would have to be clear for him.
"Don't worry I am not selling you or anything,", Chen Wang sighed, "It means that he will be my future". Chen Wang looked at me as if he had seen a ghost. He passed out just as I was about to inform him that I was going to go as Lee Yi's bodyguard.
My heart raced, but I managed to catch him just in the nick of time. Bai Ling was not Mafia for no reason, I lifted him in a princess carry as I placed him on the sofa nearby. He was light as a feather and also since Bai Ling is quite powerful, when I was changing clothes this morning I did notice muscles around my body and also a scar on the back.
It's supposed to be Chen Wang's duty to arrange for the other two bodyguards that would go with me but it seems I would have to ask his sectary to get me two good escorts for Lee Yi. My plan? Until the annual party, I intend to act as a bodyguard for Lee Yi, hoping to catch him off guard. However, this plan will only succeed if Lee Yi permits me to approach him.
Before returning to my seat to peruse the document, I covered Chen Wang with a blanket. The file consisted of everything about him, more than enough for me.
Even though I was aware of Chen Wang's competence, this is unbelievable; Bai Ling surrounded herself with talented individuals, and her sectaries are her hands. Still, she never used them before because she was so sure she could handle everything on her own. But I am not her; instead, I will depend on others to help me succeed.
Lee Yi: a cruel person who seems nice on the outside. He is a cunning man who can shapeshift into an angel in front of people. Winning his heart is impossible unless you have a visit with the devil and come back.
Dislikes: Humans, Liars
Likes: animals, weapons-nothing else
Parents: First-rated actress and the second son of the Lee family
Surroundings: Is quite famous in the upper society and is a gentleman liked by both genders
A faithful sectary named Bao Wei has remained with Lee Yi since he became the head of the family; he is distrustful and his subordinates do not change much.
The moment I read the name 'Bao Wei', some memories zoomed into my mind from the novel that I read at the start. Bao Wei was the secretary Lee Yi had till the end of his life at the young age of 25.
Lee Yi met Bao Wei before he became the family head, Bao Wei used to work for his father. However, Bao Wei was treated unfairly by his father and suffered a lot as he was employed at a young age. Bao Wei was a genius, he graduated from the top universities in the world and returned to work for the top families. He was sick with the place, despite his hopes of having fun working for the Lee family. When Lee Yi extended a hand to him, he took it with his all might and therefore he has been caring for his lord.
Attempts by Bao Wei to intervene before Lee Yi's insanity over Bingyan escalated were unsuccessful in the original. The mental state of Lee Yi was never okay in the first place. My poor villain has lost himself for all time; he had found happiness with Bingyan, but that too has been taken away, driving him mad.
I sighed as I laid my head down on the desk, Lee Yi-no, Yi Yi has suffered so much, can I even help him? Can I save him from his misery?
As I was wondering about my misery, I heard a ping sound. I looked up to see the screen light up.
"Beginner Package", was written on it. I glanced at it with curiosity. With that, I clicked on what opened up to a box which also opened up. The contents were scattered out, it had a label written on it.
"Laser gun
Beauty buff
Random skill
Holy water"
I looked at each item with interest, hmm interesting. Some of the things here can be useful but I was not sure about the 'holy water' and the 'beauty buff'. I clicked on the 'holy water' to see a description. It seems it can revive a dead person once! Oh wow! That's quite useful.
I clicked on the 'beauty buff', and the description said it would make people easily fall in love with me! Ah! I probably would not need it but whatever.
I closed the screen as I went to lay back my head on the desk, it was a bit useful, this beginner pack at least cheered me up a bit. As soon as I was about to fall asleep I heard another ping. I sighed, what now?
I raised my head to read from the screen, "Point shop would open after the first mission world", I just glanced at it before I laid my head back. Honestly, that's very useless information for now.
With that, no interruption led me to sleep, even though it was uncomfortable but I was too tired to care.
To be continued.....