As you were busy setting up the party for your boss, arranging decorations and making last-minute adjustments, you suddenly found yourself face-to-face with an unexpected figure. When you looked up, your heart sank as you recognized Malakai. The very same Malakai with whom you had a bitter history from high school, and now he was standing in front of you.

Your boss approached, noticing the unfamiliar face.

“Who’s this?”

Your boss asked, his gaze shifting between you and Malakai.

Before you could respond, Malakai smoothly interjected.

“-Her boyfriend, Makakai Russo. Pleasure to meet you.”

His voice was chillingly composed, as if the two of you were a couple and had been for quite some time. His demeanor was cool and confident, a stark contrast to the tension you felt.

As soon as your boss walked away, Malakai turned to you with a smug grin.

“Play along and this will be perfect,”

Malakai's tone dripping with satisfaction. The arrogance in his voice made it clear that he was enjoying this unexpected twist, and you were left to navigate the situation with a mixture of irritation and begrudging acceptance.