Devilish secretary - Chapter 40

Chapter 40: Chapter 40 Give me my kiss Chapter 40: Chapter 40 Give me my kiss “Mr.

Carter…” someone called, and Sebastian turned to greet another business partner.

He became fully engrossed in the conversation.

Lilith, feeling a sudden dryness in her throat, sighed internally.

This human body is so troublesome, she thought.

She gestured subtly toward Sebastian, signaling that she was going to get some water.

Sebastian glanced at her briefly, his cold, dark eyes filled with a hint of concern.

Still, he gave a small nod before returning to his discussion.

Spotting a waiter nearby with a tray of water glasses, Lilith walked over, picked one up, and took a sip.

The cool liquid felt refreshing.

She glanced around the grand hall, observing the crowd.

The glittering chandelier above illuminated the space.

Women in stunning dresses and men in sharp suits mingled, their laughter blending with the soft background music.

Lilith stood calmly, holding her glass, her piercing eyes taking in every detail.

Unbothered, she leaned lightly against a column, sipping her water as if she owned the place.

Social anxiety was a foreign concept to her.

Instead, she analyzed the people around her, their movements and expressions, like a queen surveying her subjects.

Suddenly, the lights in the grand hall dimmed, casting a soft, romantic glow over the space.

A moment of silence hung in the air before a gentle melody began to play.

The spotlight shifted to the center of the room, where a few couples stepped forward, their movements graceful and synchronized as they began to dance.

The sound of heels clicking against the polished floor mixed with the rhythm of the music.

Around the edges of the hall, some guests gathered in cozy corners, chatting softly or sipping their drinks, enjoying the ambiance from a distance.

The atmosphere became lively with laughter and whispers filling the room.

Suddenly, someone grabbed her waist.

Lilith’s eyes turned icy, and she was ready to beat the person senseless.

But before she could act, a familiar scent of cologne reached her nose, making her pause.

“Sir…” she muttered, her brows furrowing in confusion.

“Relax, Miss Mystery.

It’s just your boss,” came a cheerful, playful voice-one that sounded almost too sweet to belong to Sebastian.

Lilith froze.

Goosebumps prickled her skin.

What is this tone?

she thought.

This wasn’t the cold, distant Sebastian she knew.

As if reading her mind, he chuckled softly.

“Don’t look so shocked.

I’m just a little… tipsy.

Maybe that’s why I’m behaving differently.” His voice held a teasing lilt, making her even more suspicious.

Before she could respond, he added, “So, Miss Mystery, would you like to dance with me?

Yes… or yes?

Because, as your boss, I’m afraid I can’t take no for an answer.” And with that, he firmly grabbed her waist and guided her hand to his shoulder, leaving no room for refusal.

Lilith stared at him, her sharp eyes narrowing slightly, but she didn’t pull away-yet.

Her piercing blue eyes locked onto his face, sharp and perfect even under the dim lights.

Yet, she could clearly see him-his perfectly sculpted features, his rare and disarming smile, and the faint dimples that softened his usual intimidating aura.

For a moment, she was taken aback.

Is this really the same Sebastian Carter?

she wondered.

“Don’t stare at me like that, Miss Mystery,” he said with a playful chuckle, his voice light and teasing.

“I might just melt under your gaze.” Lilith blinked, her expression unreadable, but internally, she was trying to piece together the man standing before her.

This wasn’t the cold and ruthless Sebastian she worked for.

This was someone entirely different-someone carefree, even…

charming.

“You’re drunk,” she said flatly, though deep inside, she didn’t believe it.

Something felt off.

His movements were too smooth, too calculated for someone tipsy.

“Yes, very drunk,” he said with a grin.

“I had three glasses of whiskey, and I’m tipsy.

Don’t think too much, Miss Mystery, just enjoy yourself.” He spun her around effortlessly, pulling her closer.

Lilith’s jaw tightened, her sharp eyes never leaving his face.

He was enjoying this far too much, his smile genuine, and that little dimple on his cheek making him look annoyingly charming.

Lilith’s thoughts churned.

This isn’t drunken behavior…

there’s something more to this.

Meanwhile, Sebastian Ray was fully captivated.

He liked her.

She was so cool and mysterious.

When he first took over Sebastian’s body, he hadn’t known there was an important meeting, and for a moment, he’d been terrified of messing it up.

But this beautiful woman had stepped in, handling everything flawlessly and saving him from a disaster.

She’s not just mysterious, he thought, smiling as he twirled her again.

She’s amazing.

But Lilith wasn’t letting her guard down.

She decided to play along, her cold gaze softening slightly.

If this was a game, she would figure it out soon enough.

Sienna was stunned when she noticed Sebastian and Lilith dancing together.

Her hands clenched into fists, her eyes shooting daggers of jealousy at the pair.

As they danced, Sebastian led Lilith into a corner of the room.

Lilith, surprisingly graceful, followed his lead.

They moved towards a sofa arrangement for sitting, where Lilith finally broke free from his hold and sat down, her forehead glistening with sweat from the exertion.

A few strands of hair clung to her skin.

Sebastian, never one to be far from her, casually followed and sat next to her.

His legs were spread wide, his posture relaxed as he leaned back, one hand resting behind her head.

“Tired already?” he asked with a lazy smile, his gaze locked on her as he playfully blinked.

The sight was blinding-Sebastian, the cold, ruthless, and indifferent CEO, acting so unexpectedly cute?

Even Lilith, who was rarely shaken by anything, found herself taken aback by the contrast in his behavior.

“Are you really him, sir?” Lilith asked, her voice laced with uncertainty.

She could feel the familiar scent around him, one she recognized, and if this was a clone, she would definitely be able to tell the difference.

“Come on, Miss Mystery, I told you not to worry,” he replied with a wink, his playful smile never fading.

“Now, give me my kiss for giving you the beautiful experience of dancing with the great Sebastian Carter,” he said, leaning closer with a mischievous glint in his eyes.