A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionaire Marriage novel Chapter 175

Lukas wanted the woman beside him to leave, but when he saw Reese looking at him, he remembered how she looked while talking with James.

He tightened his jaw slightly, deciding not to ask the other woman to move, and leaned back on the sofa casually.

Reese glanced at this scene and quickly turned her gaze away.

She felt a bit disappointed, as she had intended to have a conversation with the other woman.

Frowning a little, Reese tried to focus on Lukas. She kept staring at him for a moment without realizing it.

Lukas had also come directly from work, dressed in a suit and tie.

When he noticed Reese's gaze, his annoyance lessened a bit. He unconsciously reached out and loosened his tie, revealing a seductive knot at his throat.

Seeing him like this, Reese's mind flickered, and a word popped into her head: "poppy" - dangerous and alluring, something that draws people in even though it's deadly.

Reese pressed her lips together, reminding herself not to be swayed by Lukas's charm. After all, she was aware of the danger he posed.

In a daze, she thought to herself that sometimes, even if someone doesn't give you a reason to doubt them, having inappropriate thoughts could still lead to trouble, much like a moth drawn to a flame.

The celebrity sitting next to Lukas was Rose Gibbs, a second-tier star. She had pushed hard to get an invitation to this party, knowing that there would be influential people present, including Lukas. She hoped to benefit from these connections.

Rose had noticed Lukas as soon as he arrived. His aura was unmistakably powerful and superior, an air that was hard to miss. She understood that powerful people often maintained a low profile.

Though she had anticipated the scenario, she didn't expect Lukas to be so handsome. His looks alone could attract attention, regardless of his wealth.

Seated with an air of authority and indifference, Lukas stood out from the party's atmosphere. Despite his aloof demeanor, nobody dared to approach him.

However, Rose couldn't resist her desires. She wanted access to his connections, his influence, and maybe more.

Summoning her courage, she took a seat beside Lukas, expecting him to react in some way.

Surprisingly, Lukas simply loosened his tie and said nothing.

This silence was interpreted by Rose as a sign of approval. She offered him a glass of wine, her voice gentle: "Would you like some wine?"

Lukas noticed Reese's gaze was still on him as he took the glass from Rose's hand. He raised the glass and drank it all in one go.

As his fingers brushed against Rose's when taking the glass, she felt a rush of excitement and her hands trembled.

Thinking Lukas's actions indicated interest, she leaned in slightly.

Reese smiled and slightly lifted her lips, "Well, you two don't look bad either."

Cole laughed, "We're kind of bragging like in a commercial."

Reese smiled and shook her head, "No, we're just being polite."

Cole laughed and said to Ava, "Look how skilled your best friend is with words."

Ava's expression was a bit tense, "Reese, do you think that star looks a bit like a person?"

Reese was a bit surprised. She looked up and glanced at a star that only showed its side.

She asked, "Who does it look like?"

Ava pressed her lips together, "Vivian Ardolf."

Reese's expression changed slightly, and she didn't answer.

Cole was curious, "Who is Vivian Ardolf?"