淑女的欲望

Hearing Seven say, 'Real Husband, ' Scarlett became tense and agitated at the same time.

But after a while, she feels a little calmer.

"I wish I had known this would happen," Scarlett shook her head slowly, "When I first saw him, I was just as surprised as you. Thankfully, my disguise was spot on. That dim-witted Carter had no idea it was me, even after chatting with me for a few minutes," she said, a sense of satisfaction creeping into her voice.

Her skill at changing her appearance and remaining unrecognized by those closest to her still hasn't diminished, even after a year without practicing it. Scarlett could not help but feel joy at her success.

"Scarlett, we should leave now," Seven's urgent tone cut through the hum of the crowded party. His eyes scanned the room, searching for someone he hoped wouldn't show up — Xander Riley.

"Huh? I thought we were supposed to wait until the party was over," Scarlett's confusion was evident as she observed Seven's tensed demeanor.

"You're right. But I'm worried about the possibility of your real husband being here. He might recognize you..." Seven admitted, inwardly chuckling as he saw Scarlett's face turn stiff. He was amused at how quickly her expression changed.

"Let's go! The party has started," Seven urged, noticing Scarlett had not moved from her spot.

Taking a deep breath and looking into Seven's eyes, Scarlett replied firmly, "He's not coming. I know his agenda, and he has no plans to visit this country. And, as far as I know, he was in NY yesterday, so he can't be here, can he!?" 

"Thank goodness," Seven breathed a sigh of relief, his face relaxing into a smile as he raised his glass of wine. "Well, let's enjoy this dinner." He lowered his voice because the other guests were already sitting with them at the round table.

Scarlett bitterly smiles as she notices the wine on the table. Obviously, this wine contains alcohol. She couldn't afford to drink it without taking her alcohol antidote first — something she had forgotten to do. She refrained from taking a sip, her thoughts consumed with the possibility of getting into trouble.

They both enjoyed the delicious taste of dinner served by several waiters. They ignored the ongoing wedding ceremony and paid no heed to the guests around them.

Seven glanced at his watch as they finished their meal and realized the party was about to end. "We should leave before the wedding party ends," he suggested.

Scarlett nodded in agreement, and they left the hall, bidding a silent goodbye to the party. 

As Scarlett headed towards the coat check, she couldn't help but glance over at Carter. He was still seated at the mini bar, surrounded by several empty liquor bottles. She shook her head, surprised and concerned by his foolish behavior.

'Is he trying to kill himself because he can't woo me!?' Scarlett thought to herself, amused but worried at the same time.

But she quickly dismissed the thought, knowing she would have to tease him later when they met in Astington. For now, she just needed to focus on getting home safely.

Later...

eaglesnovɐ1,сoМ Scarlett and Seven left the building and headed toward the parking lot. Just before she passed the main entrance her heart sank when she spotted a familiar man approaching. 

"X-Xander," Scarlett whispered under her breath, quickly removing her hand from Seven's arm. She pulled her coat tighter around herself and avoided eye contact with him.

As fear gripped her, Scarlett wondered why Xander had come to this place. Does he know exactly where she is? The thought alone made her feel even more uneasy.

Sensing Scarlett's discomfort, Seven turned to her and saw her visibly trying to avoid something. He looked ahead and saw Xander approaching. 

'What the fuck!!' Seven cursed inwardly. He tried to keep from attracting Xander's attention. He walked casually, following Scarlett to their car parked in front.

After Scarlett and Seven passed by Xander and his entourage, she held her breath and sighed in relief when they took a few steps away. Despite the pain in her feet from her high heels, Scarlett quickened her pace, eager to escape.

But just as she reached the car, she froze as she heard Xander's voice behind her.

"Excuse me, ma'am!" Xander called out, his deep blue eyes fixed on the girl in the black coat. His confusion and curiosity were evident as he caught a whiff of a familiar scent that reminded him of his wife. He couldn't help but wonder if the girl before him was Scarlett.

His suspicion grew as Xander looked at the woman in front of him. He knew his wife had a talent for disguising herself, and this woman had the same build as her. 

'Perhaps she is Scarlett, and earlier she didn't see me...' Xander talks to himself.

Scarlett's heart was pounding in her chest, and her hands were so cold they felt freezing. She tried to calm herself as Xander called out to her.

'Did she recognize me? No way! Not with this disguise!' Scarlett's mind is racing. After a few seconds, she slowly turned to face him.

Every word she had stuck in her mind disappeared as soon as their eyes met. 

Xander's calm yet dangerous gaze melts Scarlett's heart and makes her mind not work correctly. She struggled to keep her composure, knowing that one wrong move could mean her undercover mission could be exposed and in jeopardy.

"Excuse me, sir, can I help you with anything?" Seven stepped in to rescue Scarlett when he saw she was at a loss for words, and her eyes were locked by Xander's amazing gaze.

Scarlett felt a sense of relief wash over her as Seven spoke up, allowing her to keep her mouth shut.

As soon as Seven stood between them, Xander's gaze shifted away from Scarlett, and he frowned in displeasure.

"No, I just want to talk to this madam. I think I've met her before. But maybe I was wrong," he said calmly.