QT: The Secondary Character Counterattacks (Obey Me! characters x Reader)

Arc 1: Counterattack of the Tyrant CEO's Ex-Fiancée (Lucifer x Reader) Chapter 5

"I understand," Lucifer whispered. "I promise I'll work at it."

You returned his embrace and hid your smirk.

[Ding. Host, I've already captured enough photos. As per your instruction, I will upload them in one hour.]

In a villa on the opposite side of the city, Lotus was throwing a fit.

"You said they weren't a real couple!"

Sitting next to her on the couch was her sister and your chief information officer, Ann.

"They're not."

"Oh, please. You should see the gifts he sends her." Lotus recalled the envy that twisted her insides as she returned every single one, from the newest Prada bag to the most sought after necklace in the country.

"They're just gifts, his secretary probably picked them," Ann muttered, typing away on her laptop.

Lotus sneered and pushed her phone forward. Her browser showed the top trending hashtags: #deviltyrantfinallyfallsinlove, #luciferandmc, #ceofindslove, and such.

Lines formed between Ann's eyebrows as she came across pictures of you and Lucifer, all uploaded five minutes ago.

"Still think they're just playing around?" Lotus snarled. "You promised me, if I snooped around the firm and stole files for you, you'd get me Lucifer. Now he's all over that old hag!"

"And whose fault is that?" Ann retorted. "I told you where you can find him. When I caught him entering the lobby the other day, I had to stop talking with an important dealer just so I can call you! You've had your chance. If you still want him, fine, go ahead but don't bother me anymore."

"Fine!" Lotus stormed back into her room.

The system reported everything that happened as you ate. You couldn't help but snicker.

Across the table, Lucifer revealed a rare smile. "What's so funny?"

"I was just thinking, it's nice to eat with you. I wouldn't mind doing it everyday."

Lucifer coughed. There was a faint dust of pink on your cheeks as he spoke, "Then I'll make arrangements to make sure of that."

"I'm flattered. Your company is very lucky to have you," you deliberately lowered your voice.

"MC ... "

"It's fine, we're both adults and it's a fact that my company is under siege. Ah, I mean, my father's company."

Before the atmosphere could turn gloomy, you picked up the bottle of wine and grinned. "May I?"

"Yes, thank you."

Lucifer watched you pour him a glass silently, then he excused himself to the restroom. You continued eating. You then hummed Can't Help Falling in Love, mildly rocking your chair.

[Ding. Host, the male lead is currently on the phone with his secretary. He plans on buying the remaining shares that aren't owned by members of your board.]

You sang, "Only fools rush in ~"

[ ... ]

The system decided to quietly listen to Lucifer. The man was currently in the hallway.

"... I want it done by tomorrow." He turned towards the door leading to the private room. "And while you're at it, I want you to research every mansion in the countryside that is for sale. I want a report about each one on my desk tomorrow." Lucifer's expression was warm as he continued, "It's for my wedding present."