Chapter 21
Only after Renzoâs figure vanished through the doors did Nyx finally breathe out a sigh of relief. She didnât waste a single second before reaching down, grabbing Alexâs hand, and violently shoving it off her waist.
She turned to him with an icy gaze.
"Remind me later to cut off that arm that touched me," she hissed. " And why exactly did you feel the need to push Renzo Kade that far?"
"Oh, no. Donât you dare put this on me," Alex countered in a low frantic whisper. "why didnât you f*cking tell me that the guy I was playing fake boyfriend against was one of the young masters of the Kade family. Is that how you treat those who work for you? By putting them in huge trouble."
Nyx narrowed her eyes while stepping forward until she was directly in front of him.
"Watch your tone. I am more than capable of keeping my people safe, so donât fret too much, Iâll keep you safe. After all..." Her fingers trailed up his jaws. " Youâre still very important to me."
Alex looked at her suspiciously, not fully trusting her yet, but he sighed. As long as this wicked woman could ensure his protection, then he didnât have anything to be scared of.
But in the meantime he had to either find a new target fast or go back and complete what he started with Olivia, so that he could gain more desire points and desire energy.
Alex really hated the feeling of being powerless and depending on someone who was using him for her selfish benefits. So growing stronger and relying on himself was the best choice.
[Dude chill, I donât know how many times Iâve heard you say I wanna grow stronger, I wanna grow stronger blah blah blah]
[If I hear it one more time, I swear Iâm going to self-destruct out of pure boredom]
The familiar, high-pitched voice of the chibi rang in his head. Alex cut his gaze towards the floating entity, and replied with annoyance.
"Well excuse me for trying to motivate myself."
[Look, you keep on saying that you want to grow stronger. If you really wanted to grow stronger, Iâm sure that with your looks and the aura of seduction it would have been a piece of cake]
[Tell you what? Letâs put some stakes on the table. Iâm already tired of waiting]
A holographic screen flickered into existence, visible only to Alex.
[NEW MISSION GENERATED]
⢠OBJECTIVE: Sleep With Nyx Within Twenty. Four Hours.
⢠REWARD: [SURPRISE PACKAGE]
⢠PUNISHMENT: Spend Two Hours In Hell Realm
[NOTE: A Domain Filled With Dangerous Demonic Beasts. If You Die There You Die For Real]
âYou bastard! Of all the women in this city, you chose that psychotic bitch who kills without a single thought. Are you trying to kill me?! Because it really feels like you hate me.â
[Look you wanted to get stronger, now Iâm giving you a chance to get stronger, so deal with it. Adios...]
The system vanished in a puff of sparkling blue smoke.
Alex wanted to pull his hair in frustration and scream at the empty spot where the chibi had been. But he calmed down and sighed in resignation.
âThis was going to be so hard.â He thought to himself while staring at Nyx.
Suddenly a slow clap echoed from behind them.
"Well, well... I have to hand it to you, Nyx. That was a really good show... You just managed to offend someone from the Kade family, impressive." a deep voice drawled.
They both turned and spotted a slightly short, chubby middle-aged man with a head full of black hair and an amiable face that hid a wicked and devious heart, walking towards them. He was dressed in a luxurious black tux with a red tie and his hands tucked into his pocket. He gave Nyx a smile that didnât quite reach his eyes.
Nyxâs face darkened instantly.
"Marcus Gordon. Iâm surprised youâre showing your face. I heard your logistics firm hit a... Snag. I hope it wasnât too much of a problem."
Marcusâs face twitched, but he quickly recovered. The annoyingly irritating smile on his face returned back as if nothing had happened.
"Haha... Rumors travel really fast in this city. But Iâm touched that youâre so concerned about my business affairs."
"Concerned? Please donât misunderstand. I was simply curious about how someone as capable as you managed to lose three contracts in the same week."
That comeback made Marcusâs smile stiffen for the second time. Alex, who was standing beside Nyx, silently watched the exchange between the two powerhouses.
âWow... These two really hate each other. I knew Nyx was good but I never expected that she was this good at shutting people up.â
Marcus, short of words, shifted his gaze towards Alex. His sharp eyes scanned him from head to toe like a butcher examining a piece of meat.
"And this must be the brave young man... sorry your âboyfriendâ who just humiliated the young master of the Kade family in front of half the cityâs elites."
"Humiliated is a strong word. I prefer the term... Educating him."
Alex said nonchalantly while giving a shrug. Since he basically had Nyx backing there was no need to fear Marcus but he had to be cautious not to overstep his boundary.
Marcus gave a chuckle.
"Oh? And what exactly did you teach him?"
"That screaming in public is bad for your blood pressure." He replied lazily.
Nyx immediately pressed her lips together, clearly trying not to react to his words. Marcus blinked, stunned by the sheer audacity of the young man standing in front of him, but he suddenly burst out into laughter.
"Hahaha...! Interesting, very interesting. You know young man, I am really amused by your courage. I donât know whether to call you insane or brave for daring to offend someone that even I am wary of."
Nyxâs cold voice suddenly broke out.
"Marcus, if you came here just to talk nonsense, then I suggest you leave. Iâm not in the mood for any of your games today."
Marcus clutched his chest in mock hurt.
"Such hostility! And I merely came to congratulate you."
"Congratulate me?"
"Of course. Itâs not every time that someone tries to offend the Kade family. It takes real courage to do what you just did... Or incredible stupidity."
The atmosphere instantly grew colder. Alex could feel the tension so thick in the air between them. Nyx stepped slightly forward, her eyes turning dangerously sharp.
"Watch your mouth Marcus. I do not condone insults."
Marcus raised both hands innocently.
"Honestly whatâs up with you and threats? Canât you enjoy a little joke? Thatâs by the way. I hope itâs not your alleged boyfriend who is representing you in our little wager today?"
Nyx stepped forward,
"And what if he is?"
Marcus looked at her with an expression of pure disbelief.
"You canât be serious? Him? Bwahahaha... In that case get prepared to fail. Ohh I can already taste the sweet sweet taste of victory."
"Big shot for a man standing alone." Nyx countered. "So where is your man, Marcus? Or did he realize who he was up against and chickened out?"
"Donât flatter yourself woman," Marcus sneered, checking his diamond-encrusted watch. "He should be arriving... Right about now."
Immediately, the entrance door slammed open, and a man who looked like he was in his thirties strode in, wearing a flamboyant red designer suit. He was accompanied by two curvaceous women who clung to his arm, with flirtatious smiles plastered all over their faces.
The room went silent as the newcomer scanned the crowd with a bored, predatory grin.