Reina sat in her father's grand office, her back straight, her expression unreadable.
Across from her, her father leaned back in his chair, smirking.
"How's the progress?" he asked casually.
Reina exhaled. "Yuto is completely in love with me."
Her father's smirk widened.
"Good."
He leaned forward, tapping his fingers together. "Then it's time to begin the real plan."
Reina didn't flinch. She had known this moment would come.
She had been trained for this.
But…
Then why did her stomach feel so uneasy?
The Ultimate Revenge
"Tonight," her father continued, "we're hosting a grand party. Multiple rich and powerful guests will attend."
He poured himself a drink, swirling the liquid in his glass before looking at Reina.
"You know what you have to do."
Reina nodded slowly.
She did know.
Step 1: Gain his love.
Step 2: Make him dependent on you.
Step 3: Destroy him.
A 100% success rate.
Her father's ultimate revenge plan.
And Yuto?
He was just another pawn.
Then…
Why did she hesitate?
An Unwanted Feeling
That night, as she dressed for the party, Reina stared at herself in the mirror.
She had manipulated people before. She had ruined lives before.
This was nothing new.
Yet, as she picked up her phone, her fingers hovered over Yuto's name.
"He trusts me completely."
"He loves me."
"And I..."
She shut her eyes, shaking the thought away.
This wasn't about love. This was about revenge.
And tonight… the game truly begins.
An Invitation He Couldn't Refuse
Yuto never expected to be invited to a party like this.
Reina's mansion was massive—glowing chandeliers, marble floors, and guests dressed in luxury.
He adjusted his glasses, feeling out of place among the elite.
"Why did Reina invite me here?"
And then, he saw her.
Reina, dressed in an elegant black gown, radiated confidence.
She walked over with a smirk. "Try not to embarrass me, duffer."
Yuto sighed. "You sure you want me here? I'm not exactly high class."
Reina waved off his words. "Just follow me."
But he didn't know—this wasn't just a party.
It was a test.
Meeting The Devil Himself
As they walked through the hall, a tall, commanding figure stepped forward.
Reina's father.
His cold eyes scanned Yuto like he was a bug beneath his shoe.
"So, this is the boy?" His deep voice held no warmth.
Yuto swallowed. "Uh… nice to meet you, sir."
The man chuckled, but it wasn't friendly.
"Reina, I didn't know you had a hobby of picking up strays."
Yuto flinched.
Reina let out a mocking laugh. "Oh, Father, you have no idea. He's full of surprises."
Yuto clenched his fists.
Something about Reina's tone felt off.
The guests nearby began whispering, sneaking glances at him.
Then, Reina leaned closer.
"So, Yuto, tell me… how does it feel to be so out of place?"
Yuto's stomach twisted.
She was doing it on purpose.
Mocking him. In front of everyone.
But he wasn't going to take it quietly.
The Torrent Begins
Yuto adjusted his glasses.
Then, he smiled.
Not the nervous smile he usually had.
A calm, knowing smile.
He looked Reina straight in the eye. "You tell me, Reina. How does it feel to be surrounded by people who only pretend to care about you?"
The room went silent.
Reina's smirk faltered for just a second.
Yuto continued, his voice steady. "You think I don't belong here? Maybe you're right. But at least I know who I am."
He glanced at her father. "Can you say the same, Reina?"
Reina's nails dug into her palm.
She had invited Yuto to humiliate him.
But somehow, he had turned the tables.
And she hated it.
The Party Turns Ugly
The ballroom was grand and dazzling—chandeliers, marble floors, waiters carrying trays of expensive drinks.
Yuto felt completely out of place.
He adjusted his glasses, scanning the room for Reina—
Only to be cornered by a group of rich kids.
"So, you're Reina's new pet?" one sneered.
Another chuckled. "Did she invite you out of pity? Or is she trying to turn you into her personal clown?"
Laughter rippled through the group.
Yuto felt his stomach twist. "I-I was invited—"
A drink splashed onto his shirt.
"Oops. My hand slipped." The guy smirked. "Clumsy much?"
More laughter.
Yuto clenched his fists.
Where was Reina?
Why was this happening?
And why did he come?