Esmery gazed up at the stranger, her eyelashes batting flirtatiously. "Wow, you're so handsome."
The stranger raised an eyebrow, amused by her forwardness. "Oh, really?"
Esmery nodded enthusiastically, her arm draping around his neck. "Yep, and since you're handsome enough, will you marry me? I don't want anyone to snatch you from right under my nose. I don't think I will see your type of species ever again. You are so handsome to be true."
The stranger chuckled, pulling her closer. "Why should I marry you? You know that is not how marriage works right"
Esmery's grin was radiant. "Because I'm pretty, cute, caring, and I don't have a fiancé anymore. He just announced to the world that my sister is his fiancée instead."
The stranger's eyes sparkled with interest. "And do you know what? I'm so sad and happy at the same time. Happy that I don't have to spend my time on a scumbag anymore. And sad that, I wasted a year stupidly trying to gain favor from his stupid family. No doubt they knew they raised a scumbag"
The stranger's eyes narrowed. "Ah, so my intuition was correct. Diego is your ex-fiancé, right?"
Esmery's expression turned playful. "Don't call him Diego. His new name is Scum Bag and that too in capital letters"
The stranger burst into laughter, unable to contain himself and Esmery couldn't help but pout, "You're laughing at me."
The stranger apologized, still chuckling. "I'm sorry. You won't take it to heart, will you?"
Esmery's smile returned. "Don't worry at all. You look really handsome when laughing. So, of course, I won't take it to heart at all."
The stranger smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "When do we get married?" Esmery asked, her tone serious and continued "Dont worry, you won't be at loss. I know how to cook and iron clothes. And, I'm also a virgin. I haven't even had my first kiss. This is good right? You'll be the first person to unbox everything. Isn't this great."
The stranger grinned. "I'll contact you tomorrow morning. I know you'll be having a hangover. Let me take you home."
He scooped up the drunk Esmery and carried her to his car, a gentle smile still on his face.
The stranger Esmery talked to was none other than Jayden Alejandro Gracias, the CEO of Vermillion Phoenix Skyller (VPS) Entertainment Industry. His reputation preceded him a man of immense wealth and power, with a penchant for despising ladies.
But beneath the surface of his polished public persona lay a complex web of rumors and speculation. Whispers of his alleged impotence had long been a topic of hushed conversations, while others dared to suggest that he was, in fact, a ruthless mob boss. The truth, much like Jayden himself, remained shrouded in mystery.
As the head of VPS Entertainment Industry, Jayden's influence extended far beyond the realm of entertainment. His business empire was a vast, intricate network of interests and investments, with tentacles reaching into the very heart of the economy. It was a testament to his cunning and ambition, qualities that had earned him both admiration and fear.
Yet, despite his formidable reputation, Jayden Alejandro Gracias was a man of contradictions. His ability to be cruel and ruthless when needed was well-documented, but there were whispers of a more nuanced side to his personality. A side that few had seen, and even fewer could claim to understand.
As Jayden Gracias continued to navigate the complex landscape of high society, one thing was certain: he was a force to be reckoned with, a man whose influence extended far beyond the glittering lights of the entertainment industry. As the stranger who had captured Esmery's attention, he had already begun to weave a complex web of intrigue and deception.