Leaning against it. she let out a big sigh. "Finally, they're gone! I was about to lose it!"

"It's no big deal! Just a minor issue!"

Ella changed into a fresh outfit but felt like she was forgetting something."My brain's a mess. Think hard, did we forget something important?"

Lily suddenly slapped her forehead and screamed, "Oh no, Alan recognized you!"

Ella jumped up. "What do we do? I don't want anydrama before the divorce!"

"I've got an idea!"

Lily quickly grabbed her phone.

Ella's phone buzzed, and she laughed at the photo. "You're a genius!"

"Of course!"

Lily proudly patted her chest. "This is called being prepared. I was worried Alan might spill, so I took an embarrassing photo to keep him in check!"

"Perfect, I have Alan's number. I'll send a threatening message right now."

She quickly found his contact and sent the message.

Almost at the same time, Ella got another message from the director.

Tonight's welcome party had been changed to a pajama party.

Wearing pajamas might not go well with a hat, sunglasses, and a mask.

Ella was frustrated. "So many tricks! It's just a party. Why make such a fuss?"

"The live broadcast hasn't started yet, but some cameras will still follow us for promotional material! We have to make a big splash!" Lily excitedly started rummaging through the wardrobe.

Unfortunately, Lily didn't bring many pajamas, especially not ones with unique designs.

Ella was in the same boat.

She stood in front of the wardrobe, frowning. "Let's modify them! Get the tools,I'll do it myself!"

"Awesome! It's an honor to wear pajamas made by you!"

"Stop joking!"

Ella got busy preparing for the evening party.

Meanwhile, the other room felt like an icebox, as if it had been frozen.

Alan was sleeping like a log on the bed, snoring loudly,with several bumps on his head,completely unaware, just wrapped in a blanket.occasionally muttering about the cold.

Arthur sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, tightly gripping his phone.

[This is our secret. Don't say anything, or I'll post your photos online!!

Looking at the message and photo from Ella.

He gripped the phone even tighter.

'What kind of secret could there be between them? Only those who are close would take such embarrassing photos of each other, right?

His gaze turned cold as he stared at Alan on the bed.

In his sleep. Alan felt a chill all over and tightened the blanket around him.

There was a knock on the door.

Opening it. Arthur saw Ava with tear-streaked cheeks and frowned. "What's wrong?"

"Look at my hand!" Ava raised her red and swollen wrist,tears welling up in her eyes.

"What happened?"

Arthur looked concerned. "I'll take you to the hospital!"

"No need, it's just a small injury. I saw Ms. Worryfree lost on her way back and wanted to guide her, but then..."

Her voice trailed off.

Arthur paused. "Let's go to the hospital anyway!"

"No!" Ava said playfully, "I just want you to take me to the garden!"

Seeing him stay silent, Ava lowered her head, looking disappointed."I'm in a bad mood and want to see the flowers!"

"Alright!" Arthur agreed quickly.

Ava smiled through her tears, holding his arm. "I knew you were the best to me!"

They soon appeared in the garden, standing together like a picture-perfect scene.

Many people saw them and looked on with envy.

Ava thoroughly enjoyed being the center of attention.

She clung tightly to Arthur's armn and raised her voice deliberately, "Ms.Worry-Free agreed to design my wedding dress. Can she also make your suit?"

Arthur's lips curved into a smile, and he nodded lightly.

"I'm so envious of Ava. If I had such backing, I wouldn't have to work so hard!"

"Who wouldn't be? We fashion designers look glamorous, but the competition is fierce! I wish I could marry a rich man and live in luxury!"

"I just heard them talking about suits and wedding dresses. Are they getting married?"

Hearing the chatter outside, Ella's good mood vanished.

Ella paused, a look of sadness crossing her face.

Lily spat, "These people have no taste. Scumbag and bitch should be locked together, not harming others!"

"Ella, once your divorce is finalized, you'll find men who love you! Work hard and we'll date thirty men, one for each day!"

"Please, even i you had the money, could you handle it?"

Thinking of Arthur's stamina, Ella blinked. "Alright, the pajamas are ready.Try them on!"

"Okay!"

Lily dashed into the dressing room like a princess in her new pajamas.

Ella,exhausted,walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, intending to relieve her eyes by looking into the distance, only to see Arthur and Ava sitting in the garden, closely snuggled together.

What a scumbag. He was just entangled with me in the bathroom,and now he's with Ava in the garden.'

She withdrew her gaze and noticed she was crying.

"Useless!" She stubbornly wiped her tears.

Picking up her phone, she saw Alan hadn't replied, and her heart sank.

She dressed and left the room.

Ella wandered upstairs, realizing she forgot where Alan's room was.

A staff member passed by.

She asked, "Excuse me, where is Alan's room?"

"What do you want to do?"

The staff member looked at Ella with disdain. "We're hosting a fair fashion competition. Though you're well-known in the fashion industry,just focus on your work!"

Ella didn't understand at first.

But seeing the staff's expression, she sighed. "Alan and I are friends.We've known each other for a long time!"

"Really?"

The staff clearly didn't believe her. "Regardless, do your job!"

"I..."

"Don't think about taking shortcuts!" Thestaff left with a parting shot.

Ella stomped her foot in frustration and had to search on her own.

The estate was large enough to accommodate hundreds of people. After wandering for a while, Ella still couldn't find Alan's room. She angrily dialed his number.

"What? Want to throw yourself at me again?"###Chapter 30

Arthur's voice cut through the air, cold and mocking.

Ella shivered and snapped back, "What are you talking about? Where's
Alan? Why do you have his phone?"

"Really?" Arthur sneered.

Ella tried to keep her cool. "I need to talk to him.Which room is he in?"

"Fine! I'll show you the way!"

The call ended, and soon after, Ella got a location-sharing request.

She frowned at the map. Directions were never her strong suit, but she followed the blue dot on her screen, hoping it would lead her to Alan.

After a few wrong turns, she finally found the room.

Taking a deep breath, Ella knocked on the door.

It swung open.

Before she could react, her wrist was grabbed, and she was pulled into a firm chest.

Arthur's familiar woody scent filled her nose.

She looked up, eyes glistening. "Why are you here?"

"Who else did you expect?"

Arthur's voice was low as he held her waist tightly. "Meeting your lover?"

"Let go of me!" Ella pushed against his chest, trying to break free.

Arthur held her close like a vise.

Ella asked, "What do you want?"

"I want to see the real you."

He leaned in, his voice seductive.

Ella shivered, forgetting to struggle, and quickly adjusted her mask and sunglasses. "Don't do anything stupid."

"So what if I do? I love a thrill! The face doesn't matter as long as I feel excited."

With that, he grabbed the front of her shirt and yanked it open.

Her chest felt cold, and when she looked down, her shirt was torn,exposing her breasts.

She was mortified and furious, wishing she coud disappear.

Arthur didn't stop there; he grabbed her breast.

Caught off guard, Ella let out a soft gasp.

Her arms instinctively wrapped around his neck, just like before.

Arthur smirked. "Looks like you missed me too!"

"You..."

"Alright! I'll make you feel really good!"

Arthur lifted her and laid her on the bed. "Enjoy it!"

He kissed her neck, chest, and lower abdomen, his hands exploring her

body.

Ella's body went limp, unable to resist, letting him do as he pleased.

When she snapped back to reality, her clothes were gone,except for her mask and sunglasses. Her hat was long gone.

She stayed alert, holding onto her mask and sunglasses tightly.

Arthur noticed but didn't care, focused on her body.

Feeling her wetness, he removed his clothes, revealing his erection, and thrust inside her.

Ella's soft moans filled the room.

Arthur's throat tightened as he grabbed her waist,thrusting deeply.

Another moan escaped her líps.

Through the mask and sunglasses, her expression was hidden.

But her voice made it clear she was aroused.

He leaned closeto her ear and bit gently. "How does it feel? Good?"

"You!"

Ella bit her lip, refusing to speak.

Arthur smirked, pulling out, then teasing her entrance.

The sensation made Ella's mouth dry.

Her body moved on its own, legs wrapping around Arthur's waist as her desire took over.

Arthur chuckled, holding her waist with one hand and supporting her butt with the other, sliding back inside her.

The intense sensation made Ella cry out, her legs tightening around him.

"Still planning to meet Alan?" Arthur's voice was dark, almost sinister.

Ella shuddered, glaring at him through her sunglasses.

"Not behaving,huh?"

Arthur threw her onto the bed, teasing her entrance, driving her wild.

She was on the edge of climax.

If it weren't for keeping her identity a secret, she would've already cursed Arthur loudly. Ella lowered her voice, "Hurry up, or can't you do it?"

Hearing that. Arthur grabbed her, thrusting deep.

The sounds of their lovemaking echoed in the empty room.

Arthur's heavy breathing and Ella's moans mixed together.

At first, Ella tried to keep quiet, not wanting Arthur to hear.

But as the passion grew, she couldn't control herself, her mnoans driving Arthur to thrust even harder.

After what felt like forever, Arthur finally let go of her waist, leaning close to her ear, "Remember, come whenever I call!"

"You..."

Her passion faded, Ella gritted her teeth. "What do you take me for?"

Arthur looked at her angry eyes behind the sunglasses, a smirk on his lips."Guess what?"

Ella stubbornly got up and dressed. "Now can you tell me where Alan is?"

"Still planning to meet your lover?" Arthur stepped forward,caressing her face."Behave and go back! Or face the consequences!"

"Got it!" Ella reluctantly agreed.

Leaving the room, she looked at the empty hallway,feeling uneasy.

Feeling the soreness and pain in her body, she was furious. "What a jerk!"

How dare he have sex with a woman without even seeing her face! How many women has he done this with before?'

The more Ella thought about it, the angrier she got.

Fortunately, the divorce was imminent, and this thought brought her some comfort.

She got lost on the way back again.

With the help of a waiter, she finally returned to her room.

Lily saw her sneaky behavior and her face changed. "What happened, did Alan reveal your identity?"

Ella shook her head. "I didn't see him at all."

"What now? Alan doesn't seem like someone who can keep a secret!"

"Forget it! Let it be!"

If her identity was exposed, it wouId just be a bit more troublesome.

Ella decided to stop hiding, thinking about the pajama party she had to attend that night,frowning.

Lily grumbled, "You do whatever you think of, withouat any plan, but don't worry, no matter what happens,I'm here!"

"Thank you!"

As the time approached, Ella prepared to change clothes.

But thinking about the hickeys on her body, she quietly hid in a corner.

"Hahaha, are you shy now?" Lily teased.

Soon,the two of them were dressed in their modified pajamas, standing in front of the mirror.

"Wow, Ella, you're so hot!" Lily playfully winked, then flirtatiously flipped her hair. "In the next life, let me be a man, and we can be a pair!"