Chapter 611 Candid
Villain Ch 611. Candid
Allen stumbled out of the changing room like he'd just stepped out of some medieval time machine. He was rocking the dark king costume that was a blend of fake medieval threads and a touch of armor swag. It wasn't the typical runway model gig; it was more like cosplay on steroids, but not quite – 'cause these costumes were straight-up designed by the mad genius behind the scenes.
Allen's outfit wasn't a full-on suit of armor, thank the fashion gods. They wanted him to move, not waddle around like some human tank. Plus, they were all about using his real hair, giving him that authentic touch. So, a bit of styling, not too stiff, just enough to keep it looking natural – way off the cosplay radar.
But, those fake black gauntlets on his hands were the cherry on top. The kind that made him like just rolled out of some mythical battlefield, ready to conquer social media with his fierce AF look. Badass, that's what it was. Allen, with his dark king swagger, looked like he was about to drop a mixtape, conquer a kingdom, and slay a dragon – all before lunch.
Allen grinned, his eyes dancing with mischief. "Don't you think this makes me look like 'my usual alias'?" he teased, his words hanging in the air with a secret undertone. He couldn't spill the beans outright about his devil emperor persona; it was like this covert operation of keeping things under wraps.
Vivian chuckled nervously, catching on to Allen's playful evasion. "Oh, totally," she replied. "That image immediately pops into my head when I see you," she spilled, honesty radiating from her like it was the most natural thing in the world. Her hand reached out, brushing against Allen's face with a tenderness that sent a smile curling up on her lips. Her gaze lingered on him, revealing a world of unspoken sentiments. "I felt thrown at our first meeting in the game," she whispered, like it was their little secret. There was something oddly poetic about being thrown into each other's virtual orbit, only to end up here, in the real world.
Allen met her eyes, and in that moment, he could sense the warmth, the gratitude, and undeniably, her love. It threw him for a loop, caught him off guard, because this kind of emotional exchange wasn't exactly his forte. Sure, he could slay dragons in the gaming realm, but navigating the intricacies of genuine emotions in a public place? That was uncharted territory.
He felt a twinge of surprise at the clarity of her feelings, a warmth that settled in the pit of his stomach. If it were just the two of them or in a more private setting, maybe he'd be more at ease. But here, in the midst of a bustling public place, it was a different ball game. Displaying his emotions wasn't part of the Allen playbook. It felt bold, almost foreign. And the flip side? He had no idea how to handle someone showering him with genuine warmth or love in such a public setting. All while the watchful eyes of the entire crew were on them, adding an extra layer of complexity to the situation.
- Click!
The unmistakable sound of a camera snapping away invaded their little bubble, and both Vivian and Allen instinctively turned towards the source. The photographer, with a grin plastered on his face like he'd just scored the ultimate loot from a boss monster, chimed in, "You know, this is the best candid I've ever had."