Free Web NovelChapter 95: We are very possessive.
"Tell me, are you a demon?"
Lucian couldn’t help but ask out loud. Alaric and others reacted at those words, unable to believe what Lucian just said and Evelyn—
"You underestimate me, Mortal.
I am an immortal from the Quan Dun Shuan Sect."
She smiled, even as she joked, she looked so graceful that for a moment, Lucian couldn’t help but wonder if she really was a Divine Immortal.
Just as he was about to reply, he looked ahead, then, after about 2 seconds, a man in a shiny purple blazer rushed towards them with a wide smile.
"Miss Starling! Welcome, welcome! It is such an honour to have you with us tonight."
Lucian looked at him, bright smile, excited heartbeat, slightly nervous posture.
Not a threat.
He nodded to himself.
"Thank you for having me."
Evelyn smiled gently.
"We are so happy you are feeling better, everyone was worried. The entire staff has been talking about this all day."
"I hope I am not causing trouble."
"Trouble? No, no, absolutely not. You are Evelyn Starling."
"Exactly, how can the Evelyn Starling be trouble? Right?"
Lucian quickly chimed in.
"Yes, that is exactly right!"
The man nodded, agreeing with Lucian’s words. Evelyn’s mouth twitched, she didn’t know why, but Lucian’s words felt more like a sarcastic taunt than a genuine compliment.
But then—
"Ah... and you are?"
The man directly asked as he looked at Lucian.
"Decoration."
Lucian answered casually.
The man blinked, not knowing how he was supposed to act. It wasn’t just him, Alaric and others from the Enclave were glaring at Lucian as well.
Lucian wasn’t supposed to talk, he simply needed to be around Evelyn and not be highlighted.
But...
The man, who was the producer of the show, was now looking at Lucian, his dark clothes, strange violet eyes with a confused frown.
So much for not being highlighted...
"Personal security."
That was when Evelyn jumped in, not letting Lucian make the producer’s life more miserable.
"Oh, of course, of course."
The producer nodded quickly, though his eyes moved to Lucian from time to time. Lucian just smiled at him, he even wanted to wave, but Alaric there would be jealous.
The group was then led towards Evelyn’s dressing room, along the way, more people stared, makeup artists, camera staff, assistants, a few guests from another segment.
Most looked at Evelyn, some however, looked at Lucian.
"Is he with her?"
One young woman whispered to another.
"Maybe new security?"
The other whispered back.
"He does not look like security."
Lucian heard that exchange, he turned his head and smiled at them, both of them instantly looked away like they didn’t even know each other.
Lucian chuckled.
Attention.
He was liking it quite a bit.
The group then reached Evelyn’s dressing room, where a makeup artist and stylist were already waiting, Alaric entered first, checked the room with his eyes, then looked at Elise.
Elise moved through the room quietly, scanning people and objects. Lila checked the water and tea. Clara spoke to the producer outside about timing and exits. Sarah stayed near the hallway, watching the staff.
Again, everyone moved with purpose.
Again, Lucian was told nothing.
But at this point, he was actually enjoying this.
"I love being free while others work~"
He said with a yawn as he stood next to Evelyn. Evelyn looked at him and shook her head with a light smile.
The makeup artist looked between him and Evelyn.
"Um... will he be staying?"
Evelyn looked at Lucian.
Lucian looked at the makeup artist.
Then he placed a hand over his chest.
"I can turn around if my beauty is too distracting."
The makeup artist stared, not knowing what to say. Evelyn lightly covered her mouth with her hand, hiding her smile.
But then—
"Cross will wait outside while Miss Starling prepares."
Clara, standing near the door, spoke without emotion.
Lucian blinked at that.
He looked at Clara and—
"I have clear orders from my superior to be with Mis—"
"Cross. Outside."
Alaric ordered.
"So cold."
Lucian sighed, then he nodded at Evelyn and stepped out of the dressing room.
The hallway remained busy, Lucian leaned against the wall and looked around lazily, at least, that’s what he pretended to do, his mind however, was more focused on what he was hearing.
The moment he stepped out, Evelyn’s heartbeat became unsteady, she was... more nervous now and Lucian did not like what that meant. freewebnσvel.cѳm
For now, he didn’t think too much, he expanded his senses further, keeping an eye on everything in his own way.
A few minutes later, the producer returned with another man.
This one was older, with silver hair, a warm face, and an expensive, but at the same time, somewhat casual suit. He had a bright blue tie, polished shoes, and the energy of someone who had spent years making people laugh on camera.
Lucian recognised him instantly.
Nolan Faye.
Host of The Night Desk.
A famous late-night show where celebrities came to laugh, promote albums, play silly games, and whatnot.
The dude was popular, he hadn’t seen his show in particular, but he had seen many clips that were all over the internet.
’I really am in a world of celebrities huh...’
Lucian wondered.
Though when he remembered how the world he was in now had demons, vampires, werewolves and magic, celebrities... didn’t feel too big of a thing.
"Quite the fortress tonight."
Nolan laughed lightly as he looked at Lucian and the others.
"Miss Starling had recent security concerns."
Clara answered.
"I heard."
Nolan nodded.
"I am glad she is here at all. We will keep it easy, nothing uncomfortable."
Clara nodded.
Lucian watched Nolan for a while, he seemed safe as well. Then, he stepped away and turned towards the dressing room, Evelyn came out a few seconds later.
She now had light makeup on, her hair felt smoother too. Within a few minutes, with some light touches, she looked rested, graceful and... almost untouchable.
"Evelyn."
Nolan called out.
Obviously, he had met Evelyn before, the two were familiar with each other.
"Nolan."
Evelyn greeted back with a smile, Nolan opened his arms slightly, but then he stopped and glanced at the security.
"Am I allowed to hug you, or will your very intense friends break my ribs?"
He joked.
She then looked at Lucian, who kept the same smile on his face and for some reason—
"My very intense friends told me not to be too close to anyone."
She stepped back, closer to Lucian.
"We are very possessive."
Lucian looked at Nolan with his violet eyes.
Nolan didn’t make it awkward either—
"Well, you do keep her safe. So I guess I will step back now, my time has come."
Both Lucian and Nolan laughed. Then, Nolan’s face softened a little and—
"We will keep it short. Light questions only. The fans missed you, even if it was for just a few days, they are eager to see you again. We also wish to talk a little about the upcoming charity concert if you are okay with it."
"That will be fine."
Evelyn smiled.
"Alright, you wait back here, they will call you soon."
Nolan nodded and with those words, he left for the performance.
"Right."
