Predatory Marriage (Web Novel)

Chapter 37 – May I have This Dance? (2)

“Byun Gyongbaek of Oberde,” she greeted in acknowledgment, “Its a pleasant sight to see you.” He gave her his own bright grin at her words. So full of confidence he was, and Leah could see why.

His entire ensemble consists of purple silk, covering him from head to toe. Despite being a rare and expensive clothing, she couldnt help but feel it was such a waste that Byun Gyongbaek was the one whos wearing it instead of anyone else.

His face was noticeably more flushed so early in the banquet, and the purple color only made him look more ridiculous than he already was. Leah tries to hold back a grimace at the sight of him.

This is a little rude, Leah thought as she gave him a once over. Hes the very image of greed. She mused before forcing herself to think up a compliment to fit the situation.

“What a pleasant outfit you have.” She finally said with a gentle smile, and he only grinned proudly.

“Of course it would be, I made an effort to look presentable to you.” He boasted, and Leah presumes, if given a chance, he would send a matching dress to her at once. Leah only laughed half-heartedly as last nights events flash through her mind.

Despite all his guards being decimated, Byun Gyongbaek looked practically unaffected by it. Leah felt slightly sorry for Ishakan having to deal with him.

Though if there was anything else that could tell her he was affected by last night, it was with the way he stuck to her like glue, as if to rub it in Ishakans face that Leah was his. Last nights event popped in her mind, and she resists the urge to scowl at the knowledge of prostitutes who looked like her. And then her thoughts turned to the equally treacherous deeds she had done as well.