The Return of the Cannon Fodder Trillion Heiress - Chapter 243

Chapter 243: Chapter 243 The Wild Luke?
“Hera?!” A refreshing and melodious voice greeted Hera from behind as she enjoyed her morning run. When she looked back, there was Luke in his black sweatshirt and pants, appearing a bit exhausted but still smiling, his molten golden eyes gleaming under the morning sun. He had the allure of God Apollo — handsome, approachable, and bright as a sun. Yet, little did anyone suspect that beneath his friendly exterior, this seemingly affable man harbored a profound secret.

“Good morning, Mr. Greyson,” Hera beamed, her smile sweet as she greeted him. A trail of sweat trickled down from her forehead to her chin and eventually fell to her slightly visible cleavage, unnoticed in her sweaty state. Luke couldn’t help but notice, swallowing hard as he found the sight unexpectedly enticing.

Luke didn’t act presumptuously. Instead, he quickly averted his gaze and focused on Hera’s face. Her beauty and refreshing demeanor made Luke smile warmly at her. Together, they looked like a perfect couple, their characters complementing each other—both amiable and sweet.

“Please, just call me Luke. We’re neighbors, and I believe we have good chemistry and could be great friends, so let’s start by getting more comfortable with each other,” he suggested, pausing his jog to meet her eyes earnestly. “Besides, didn’t Zhane mention that we should have an equal chance to court you without any favoritism? I think becoming friends first and getting to know each other would be the best approach, don’t you?” Luke’s words were convincing, and Hera found herself nodding in agreement with his logic.

Usually, people opt to become friends first to build a foundation of mutual understanding and compatibility before diving into a romantic relationship. This approach allows them to gauge their chemistry, shared interests, and habits without the pressure of immediate romantic expectations. It’s akin to dating in essence but offers a safer distance, fostering a more relaxed and natural progression towards deeper connections.

Hera appreciated Luke’s approach; she could tell he was careful not to pressure her, a quality that complemented his naturally comforting personality. Luke seemed adept at reading people’s moods and thoughts just by observing them, and he adjusted his actions accordingly to ensure he stayed in their good graces.

Who would have thought that Luke, the seemingly easygoing and affable man, had a deeply possessive and intense side when it came to intimacy? In bed, he transformed into a seductive and commanding lover, delighting in teasing and indulging in passionate, rough sex that left his partner breathless with pleasure.

Luke revealed himself as a passionate lover in bed, a beast with unfathomable desire, igniting the female lead’s desires to new heights. This is just one of the highlights in the novel ‘Thin Line Between Love and Lust’, where each male lead offers a unique experience, akin to savoring a different flavor of food every day.

Luke was the boldest and most daring of them all, captivating the crowd with his fiery passion and unforgettable wild sex scenes with the female lead. As the primary male lead and her favored husband, he became the novel’s standout favorite.

And yet, beneath his seemingly gentle demeanor, lay such a passionate love. Hera vividly recalled how Athena would squeal in anticipation whenever the male leads, especially Luke, were mentioned. Hera herself couldn’t deny the flutter in her heart when Luke looked at her intensely, even though it lasted only a moment before he resumed his usual gentle smile and demeanor.

She was well aware that Luke was the quickest among the male leads to become aroused, always ready for intimate encounters anywhere and anytime. In the novel, Luke had the most passionate moments with the female lead outdoors, their interactions mirroring those of a newlywed couple whenever they exchanged glances.

Now, Hera could only cry in her thoughts because Athena kept on grumbling about this information and now, she couldn’t keep clean thoughts to herself whenever she sees the male leads. Their presence constantly challenged her acting ability to pretend like she was not disturbed or was thinking about something indecent while around them.

Hera pretended not to notice anything, and they continued jogging together in silence, the atmosphere between them harmonious. If Leo were to witness this scene, he would likely overturn the table in anger. Leo had deliberately piled Luke’s plate with work to keep him occupied in his office, hoping to rattle him. However, despite Leo’s efforts to burden him, Luke’s natural charisma and leadership qualities coupled with his ‘male lead halo’ enabled him to resolve the issues Leo threw at him in a single sleepless night.

He was about to go to sleep, but after recalling what Dave had mentioned the day before, Luke altered his plans and decided to go for a run, hoping to ‘coincidentally’ encounter Hera and spend more time with her.

Luke was decisive about his preferences. If he enjoyed something, he acted promptly to seize opportunities before others could intervene. He detested wasting time that could be spent pursuing his passions rather than fretting over trivial matters. Like many male leads, he was determined and possessive, willing to go to great lengths to achieve his desires.

He was fiercely competitive yet adept at leveraging his strengths, with a deep understanding of himself. Luke was clear about his likes and dislikes. The moment he first saw Hera in the lounge of the Jade Dragon Building, he felt a slight interest in her. As he watched her on the Variety Show and observed how she interacted with others, his admiration grew. She captivated him with her demeanor, prompting him to actively participate in the chat section and watch the Variety Show attentively from start to finish.

While Rafael struggled with seeing Hera as merely a financial opportunity and suppressed any romantic interest, and Zhane remained uncertain, viewing Hera solely as a former patient, Luke was distinct. He recognized his feelings for Hera from the very beginning.

He was keenly aware of the burgeoning passion he felt for her and made every effort to conceal this side of himself, fearing it might intimidate her. Yes, he had entertained the idea of making her his wife, acknowledging the potential for competition among his friends who also showed interest in her. He had thought through these scenarios carefully.

In the novel, he is initially portrayed as the last to engage romantically with the female lead, not showing interest until they spend a week stranded on an island together. During this time alone, they became intimately entangled, and he came to admire her resilience and admirable character, ultimately leading him to accept her.

At this moment, his admiration, which was supposedly directed towards Alice, had shifted towards Hera. However, Hera had not yet grasped this crucial shift. Despite the male leads showing interest in her, she remained uncertain about how long she could maintain their attention and prevent them from turning their focus back to Alice, possibly reenacting events from the novel and jeopardizing her family’s stability.

That’s why, aside from Leo, she could be kinder to the male leads and not treat them as her enemy since the tragedy has yet to happen but she can’t bring herself to open up to them completely at this point because of the uncertainty, and Luke could also feel that Hera has build a solid wall around her heart that wouldn’t be easy to penetrate if he really wanted to make her him woman.