Be Your Lover Forever (Alicia)

She had spoken in fluent Korean, not to mention how straightforward she was being.

Combined with her fashionable, pretty outfit and her outstanding aura, she could definitely pass as a celebrity.

Was she really the same person who had put on a pitiful expression and whined to him about being in a foreign country where she didn't speak the language?

Was that what she called "not being able to speak the language"? She was probably as fluent as it got!

Elijah was able to roughly guess what she was saying. However, it would be difficult for him to reply in Korean himself. This woman was truly something else. Was there any truth in what she said?

Sitting down, Carolien gracefully flattened the hemline of her short skirt. She naturally crossed her legs, as if she had received special training on how to do so. Whether it was the posture of her elbow or the angle of her toes, they were all just right. She looked sexy but dignified at the same time.

After ordering a cocktail, Carolien took a few sips. She felt her hair stand on end from how people were staring at her. She could definitely tell that Elijah was giving off a different aura compared to how he had been in the morning. She didn't know whether it was because he had changed into a formal suit or if she was just hallucinating, but just to be safe, she still trusted her guts. After driving away the woman who came to flirt with him, she simply sat on the high chair next to him obediently without a word.

For a long while, the two of them maintained their respective postures. On the contrary, there was a kind of peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere between them.

The air pressure around them was clearly low and intimidating, and it felt suffocating. From time to time, Carolien's eyes would shift to the side. However, she encountered all kinds of people. No matter how much of a hurry she was in, she still had morals when it came to protecting herself.

Turning herself into a familiar face was a form of progress, too. She was well aware of the principles, so she wasn't going to rush things and make his impression of her worse.

The atmosphere became even more awkward as she sat there with her tail tucked between her legs. She was just wondering if she should order another shot when she suddenly heard a cold voice from beside her.

"Why me?"

Carolien suddenly turned her head. She was so worked up that her eyes were wide open. "Huh?"

Had Elijah just taken the initiative to talk to her?

His eyes narrowed dangerously, and his body changed to face somewhere else. "Do you not get it?"

He was asking why she was so shamelessly insistent on making a deal with him. What was her purpose? Considering how pretty and qualified she was, there was no way she had a shortage of men to choose from. He was certain there were hundreds, if not thousands of men willing to make a deal with her.

She was not only beautiful but also quite smart. From an objective point of view, it was likely that no man would reject her. It was just that he personally couldn't accept a femme fatale like her.

Why did it have to be him?

She was like a pest that was impossible to get rid of.

She even followed him thousands of miles across the ocean.

Their gazes met. In that instant, it was like two deep, mysterious pools being drawn into each other. She looked straight into the depths of his eyes, and Carolien was momentarily stunned, but it only lasted for a moment. She lifted her chin slightly and gave a serious reply.

"You're very handsome, so I wouldn't feel wronged."

It wasn't just blind praise.

If she had to find someone to rely on, a young and handsome man like Elijah would be better than a greasy grandpa. After years of experience, Caroline was privy to the fact that her beauty was both a stepping stone and an obstacle. When a woman had both money and looks, it was destined to end in tragedy.

Even if she didn't stir up trouble, problems would come to her on their own. Even if she learned to be tactful and took away wealth and went bankrupt, people would still bully the weak and fear the strong. On top of that, she was an orphan and a widow. She was already at her limit after surviving for so many years.

She didn't want to be taken advantage of by random people or end up homeless. She was barely able to hold on any longer.

She desperately needed someone to support her.

Over the years, she had been bullied and plotted against many times. Time and time again, she had narrowly escaped.

Working in nightclubs wasn't easy. It was difficult, even more so for women. She knew that they had a bad reputation, but just like everyone else, she wanted to live a decent life. After all, there was a capital and price even when it came to dignity. Hér mother was in a lot of debt due to her illness when she was alive, and Misty's had been mortgaged off for money. She also had a child to feed. A normal job could not give her enough time, nor would it be enough for her to support her family.

If she could manage Misty's by herself, her quality of life would improve at least a little bit. She didn't want to give up on Misty's, or her beautiful memories of their life as a family. She really didn't!

Nobody would be humble when they had the choice.

It required courage to lower your head, but in order to look back up, you needed strength.

She had no choice!

He remained silent.

It turned out that you really couldn't judge a book by its cover. Elijah couldn't help

but recall the times that he had been taken advantage of by her. His face instantly darkened. "Is it that simple?"

Did she think he was born yesterday? It wasn't like Casterwich City had a shortage of young, rich men.

He refused to believe that old, greasy men were the only ones who liked her.

"There are thousands of handsome men in Casterwich City, but how many of them dare to call themselves the King of Darkness? No one can match up to your status, Mr. Elijah. What's the point of going this far if I can't get to the top in one go? However, even if it's just a transactional relationship, don't you think I should choose someone I like? Isn't that true, Mr. Elijah?"

In other words, she preferred to have him.

She had to get someone with the greatest ability to protect her.

The Luther family's status in Casterwich City was extraordinary, so it was naturally one of the best options.

Carolien's words put him up on a pedestal. He stared at her with his obscure gaze. The corner of Elijah's cold lips lifted slightly. He had to admit that she had a way with words.

Hearing that compliment made him feel mentally and physically relaxed.

Carolien's gaze was like a blazing torch. Seeing that there seemed to be an opportunity, she continued.noveldrama

"I don't want fame. As for money, I

will earn it myself. I only want Misty's, and the people I care about to be safe. That's all! I am a weak woman with no one to rely on, not to mention that I have a son. I'm powerless to compete with anyone. I just want to ride on your coattails a bit and have some peace and protection. I'm sure you won't lose anything from this transaction. All it takes is a snap of the fingers, right? However, you'll have an obedient woman on your side! I'm someone with principles and a bottom line, and I keep my word. If you fall in love with someone one day, I will choose to leave silently, and will not become any obstacle to you."

It was purely a transaction.

The reason why Carolien had analyzed her situation so clearly was that she was determined to get rid of his doubts. She didn't have any expectations from the start. However, she knew that even if it was just temporarily, she might just be able to keep the people in her life safe.