Love Letters Bar in Zenith city
The noisy bar was bustling with people, colorful lights flashing frequently as men and women twisted their bodies, freely expressing their emotions on the dance floor.
A figure weaved through the crowd, wearing a white T-shirt and light blue jeans, her hair tied in a simple ponytail. She looked like she was in her early twenties, more like a college student.
Her name is Julia Avery, and she was almost overwhelmed by the noise as soon as she walked in.
With her youthful appearance, she clearly didn't fit in with this environment.
It was her first time in such a place, and it took her several minutes to get used to it.
Just yesterday at this time, she had used an ovulation test strip and found out she would be ovulating in the next 24-48 hours, which meant now!
Yes, she had come to this place today to have a baby.
She knew the "old man" at home certainly couldn't get her pregnant. Besides, he had left her in the villa for an entire year, so she had to find someone else to have a child.
Although having this child was out of necessity, no one wanted their child to be unattractive, so she needed to find the right target.
Julia Avery bit her lower lip, her almond-shaped eyes scanning every man around her. Then, a man sitting at the bar caught her eye.
Because he was sitting sideways, Julia could only see his profile. But just that profile was enough to make Julia's heart flutter.
He had a strikingly sculpted face, with a high-bridged nose and thin lips. His long eyelashes cast a faint shadow beneath his eyes, giving him an almost ethereal look. He looked like he might be of mixed heritage.
A sapphire blue earring in his left ear sparkled brilliantly under the light, captivating anyone who glanced at it.
Julia Avery took a deep breath, feeling as if her heart might leap out of her chest. It was her first time doing something like this, and she couldn't help but feel nervous.
Mimicking the way upperclassmen at school would flirt with younger students, she lightly tapped the man's shoulder. "Hi!"
The man turned his face toward her, and even his profile had been enough to enchant her. Now, seeing his full face, she was completely smitten. His light blue eyes were utterly mesmerizing!
Julia Avery was so absorbed in admiring his good looks that she momentarily froze.
"Why are you so late?!" The man sounded both anxious and annoyed. He stood up abruptly, grabbed Julia Avery's wrist, and started walking out. Julia had no idea what was happening.
All she knew was that the man's grip was incredibly strong, almost as if her bones might break under the pressure.
The man led her directly to the neighboring hotel, seemingly well-prepared. He headed straight to the presidential suite on the third floor, swiping a key card to open the door in one smooth motion.
As soon as they entered, the man pulled off his white T-shirt, revealing his honey-toned chest.
Julia Avery gasped. This man's physique was incredible.
His broad chest, perfectly defined muscles, and not an ounce of excess fat—all of it was flawless. His body was as enchanting as his face, especially with those tempting abs.
This man wasn't just a pretty face; his entire being was a work of art!
She almost had a nosebleed.
The man had taken off his T-shirt and was now unbuckling his belt. Julia Avery's eyes widened as she realized she was about to see more than she bargained for. She quickly stepped forward and grabbed his hand, stopping him from going any further.
"Wait a minute!"
The man raised an eyebrow, his blue eyes looking down at her. "What's the matter?"
"Isn't this a bit too fast?" Julia's cheeks flushed as she gave an awkward smile.
"Fast? Too fast?" The man looked her over. Her delicate face was tinged with a rosy blush, and the more he looked at her, the more embarrassed she became, quickly averting her gaze.
"Oh, I forgot. We should probably start with some foreplay," the man said, dropping his hand from his belt and walking into the bedroom. "Say what you need to say."
He turned on the bedroom light, and Julia timidly followed him inside.
It was only then, in the quiet of the room, that the man began to seriously observe Julia.
She had a classic oval face, slightly thin, with a pointed chin and a touch of natural baby fat on her cheeks that made her look both cute and elegant.
Under her arched eyebrows were a pair of clear, bright eyes, like obsidian, sparkling with an enchanting light. Her long, fluttering eyelashes were incredibly captivating.
But... wasn't her chest a bit too small?
Though the man was inexperienced himself, he had often heard Lionel Gonzalez talk about women. Even if he hadn't tasted the pork, he had certainly seen the pig run! He knew some of the standards for evaluating a woman who was about to get intimate with a man.
"That rascal Lionel Gonzalez, he promised to find me a top-notch girl, but it looks like he kept the best for himself!" the man muttered.
"Huh? What did you say?" Julia hadn't caught what he mumbled.
"What's the matter? Weren't you trying to flirt? Why are you just standing there?
Speak up!" The man's voice was commanding, exuding an air of superiority.
Perhaps he had every right to be that way.
His name was Royce Butler.
In Zenith City, this name was well-known to many.
He was the founder and current CEO of Obsidian Empire, a dominant figure who held immense power and influence.
The legendary Royce Butler was a genius gamer who built his empire from the ground up through games. The games he created almost monopolized the entire market. Later, Obsidian Empire rapidly expanded, branching out from gaming into various industries, which significantly boosted Royce Butler's wealth.
At just twenty-six years old, he was one of the wealthiest individuals not only in the country but also internationally.
However, he never appeared in public, and no one had ever seen him.
Julia Avery swallowed hard. "Um, I have just one request today."
"Speak!" Royce Butler sounded a bit impatient.
"Don't use a condom."
Hearing this, Royce Butler's jaw nearly dropped to the floor!
Lionel Gonzalez had been very clear about this—he must use a condom.
Firstly, given his special status, it would be a disaster if an accidental pregnancy occurred. Secondly, women who hung around in such circles often had issues, and catching a disease would be catastrophic.
"Reason!" Royce Butler's cold gaze swept over Julia Avery, making her even more nervous.
"Because..." Julia Avery hesitated. She didn't want to reveal her plan to have a baby. She just wanted to get pregnant quietly, without any complications.
"If you don't tell me, I won't touch you today!" Royce Butler's gaze turned icy.
Julia really didn't want to miss this opportunity. Where else could she find such good genes if she let this man slip away?
She took a deep breath and decided to go for it.
"Because I want to have a baby!"
Royce Butler was stunned once again. This woman looked barely in her twenties, and she wanted to have a baby? Was she out of her mind?
"Why—"
"Don't worry! I won't bother you at all! I'll raise the child myself! It won't have anything to do with you!" Julia quickly promised, her voice full of determination.
Royce Butler once again questioned whether this woman might be out of her mind.
Seeing Royce's lingering doubt, Julia Avery mustered her courage and sat beside him.
"You can trust me. I need this child for a special purpose. After today, we can cut all ties. Even if we meet on the street, we can pretend we've never seen each other."
"Why do you want to have a child?"
"That's something I can't tell you." Julia shook her head.
After a moment of silence, Julia lowered her gaze. "Also... um... this is my first time, so could you... take the lead?"
A virgin! This made Royce a bit excited!
But he was also a virgin! He had no experience either! Today was supposed to be the day Lionel Gonzalez arranged for him to lose his virginity!
Who would have thought that Lionel would set him up with another virgin? This was definitely making things difficult for him.
He'd have to settle the score with Lionel tomorrow.
Julia glanced up at Royce, stealing a peek. "We can... start now."
They had agreed to start, but neither of them made a move, making the atmosphere incredibly awkward.
Royce cleared his throat. "Um, I can take the lead, but could you at least start with the kissing?"
"Huh?"
"Flirting makes things more interesting, don't you think?" Royce Butler said with a teasing smile.
"Well... alright," Julia Avery nodded, slowly moving closer to Royce Butler. She lifted her eyes to meet his.
Their gazes locked.
His blue eyes were dreamy, fulfilling every girl's fantasy of a prince charming.
Her shy demeanor made his throat tighten.
Julia Avery slowly leaned closer to Royce Butler.
Two inches, one and a half inches, one inch...
She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and boldly kissed Royce Butler on the lips.
Royce Butler, who had never been kissed before, was taken aback.
Her lips were soft and warm, making his body freeze for a moment. But then he quickly took control, capturing her lips and kissing her back with fervor.
The sudden kiss surprised Julia Avery, her eyes widened in shock, and a tingling sensation spread through her chest.
Royce Butler, growing impatient, slipped his hand under Julia Avery's shirt. With a swift tug, there was a ripping sound, and her shirt was torn open.
Royce Butler pressed Julia Avery beneath him. Even though she had mentally prepared herself, Julia Avery still felt as nervous as a startled deer when the moment finally arrived.
"Again!" Royce Butler demanded, still unsatisfied. He flipped Julia Avery over, only to find that she had already fallen asleep.
This left Royce feeling a bit disappointed. He was in such high spirits, and she had the nerve to fall asleep.
With a huff, Royce stood up and took a step back to gaze at the sleeping Julia. He admired her beautiful body from a distance.
Although her chest was a bit small, her body had no other flaws.
Most importantly, she was exactly his type.
Just then, Royce's phone rang. He picked it up and saw it was Lionel Gonzalez calling.
"Damn it, you little punk, I was just about to settle the score with you!"
Before Royce could finish his sentence, an impatient voice came from the other end.
"Bro! Weren't you the one always whining about wanting to lose your V-card at twenty-six? I found someone for you, where did you go?!"
"I'm at the hotel!"
"What are you doing at the hotel? I told you to wait at the bar! The girl has been waiting for you for two hours! Get over there now!"
"What girl? Isn't she in my..." bed?
Royce glanced at the naked Julia Avery on his bed.
Oh no!
He must have gotten the wrong person. The girl Lionel found for him was still at the bar. So who was this woman in his bed?.
"Get to the bar now! I promise the girl I found for you is a thousand times better than your wife at home!" Lionel Gonzalez was still talking.
Julia Avery didn't wake up until around nine the next morning. When she did, her body was wracked with a tearing pain, as if she had been run over by something. There wasn't a single part of her that didn't ache.
That man had been too rough last night!
She could barely take it.
Struggling to sit up, she found her legs trembling as she got out of bed.
After taking a shower, she discovered multiple bruises on her body, some from being gripped too hard, others were kiss marks.
"Pervert!" Julia muttered as she realized her clothes had been torn by that man. She had no choice but to ask the hotel staff for help.
Thankfully, this was the presidential suite, and the service was top-notch.
Borrowing clothes from a staff member, she hurriedly fled the place.
Obsidian Empire, President's Office.
The meticulously decorated office was spotless, without a single thing out of place, and without any flaws.
Three computers were set up in front of the curved desk. Royce Butler sat at the desk, staring at the dark screens. Since this morning, he hadn't been able to focus on work. His mind was filled with thoughts of the woman who had accidentally ended up in his bed last night.
His secretary, Dorian, walked in. "President Butler, you called for me."
Dorian was the head of Royce Butler's team of secretaries. At twenty-eight, he had been with Obsidian Empire since graduating from college, making him one of Royce Butler's most experienced employees.
"Find out everything you can about this person for me," Royce Butler said, opening his phone and pulling up a photo.
The picture was of Julia Avery. Last night, Royce had mischievously taken a nude photo of her, but the one he showed Dorian was cropped. He would never show anyone the full picture of a woman he had slept with.
Dorian walked over, took Royce's phone, and his eyes widened in shock.
"Th-th-th..."
"What's with the stuttering? Just investigate everything about this woman!" Royce ordered, frowning.
"Mr. Butler, isn't this your wife?" Dorian finally managed to say, calming down.
Dorian had handled all the arrangements for Royce's marriage, so he had naturally seen Julia Avery before.
"My wife?" Royce looked puzzled.
"Mr. Butler, have you forgotten? A year ago, you registered your marriage and arranged for your wife to stay in the villa over in Prism City."
Royce's hands slammed down on the table as he stood up abruptly, his eyes glaring fiercely at Dorian. "Are you saying the woman in this photo is my wife?"
Royce had never seen Julia Avery before. The marriage wasn't his idea, and he hadn't even gone to the registration himself.
Given his status, the civil affairs office didn't dare to insist on his presence.
So, until now, he had no idea what his wife looked like and had even forgotten he was married.