The Trending Topic Herself: The Villainess is the Superstar!-Chapter 214: Do You Really Not Understand What I Want?

Chapter 214: Chapter 214: Do You Really Not Understand What I Want?

Maya’s eyelids twitched incessantly—this familiar feeling of being preyed upon by a fierce beast, as if she’d be devoured in an instant.

Her hand lightly rested on Ian Rowe’s muscular arm, avoiding looking into his eyes.

When calm, he was like an untouchable, pristine blossom on a high mountain; but once enraged, he would transform into a vicious beast.

Maya tried to recall the plot she had read before. She didn’t remember Ian Rowe having any obsessive, twisted attributes. Why did he change only when he was with her?

Seeing the complexity and bewilderment flickering in Maya’s expression, revealing a rare vulnerability, Ian slightly loosened his grip but then held her again.

"Maya, I don’t like hearing you say these things."

"Those views on choosing a partner never appeared in my mind again after meeting you. I didn’t explain this to you before, which was my fault. However, after this..."

"Never say those things again, especially not words like divorce..."

His eyes were deep: "I tolerate you, but only this once."

"I didn’t deny what you just said. I did think we might have a child together, but a child was never the most direct or ultimate goal."

"What I want is..."

He wrapped an arm gently around Maya’s waist, tilting his head slightly to meet her gaze, leaving her no escape: "Do you really not understand?"

Maya, do you really not understand?

Maya lay on the sofa for a while; Ian had already gone to the study upstairs, yet she felt her heart racing.

She sent a message to headquarters.

[Is it possible for plot characters to deviate from the storyline during mission execution?]

This time, headquarters didn’t respond instantly. It took two minutes for a reply to come through.

[The existence of the butterfly effect cannot be ruled out. Additionally, a comprehensive analysis can be done based on the character’s presence in the book, among other data, if there’s a latent personality involved...]

Maya couldn’t continue reading; headquarters was providing verbose data analysis, which seemed completely useless.

But according to headquarters, such a scenario might have a certain probability of occurring.

Why did such a small chance have to befall her?

She suddenly recalled the touch of Ian Rowe’s arm—warm, exuding an undeniable strength.

[Detected multiple unstable factors in the world of Tasker #888. To avoid risk, please complete the task as soon as possible!!]

was Maya’s number. Unfortunately, such a nice number hadn’t brought her much good luck.

This was the first time headquarters sent her a message without prompting, and Maya was quickly captivated by one line.

[Unstable factors? What does that mean? Does it imply there are many risks in this world?]

Again, headquarters responded slowly—this time taking three minutes.

[Recently, planet residents have shown a diverse taste in reading, exhibiting evident aversion to certain books. Headquarters suggests Tasker #888 create more climactic plot twists to enhance dramatic tension in the book!]

[Lastly, we wish the tasker success in early task completion. Headquarters welcomes your return! We look forward to your contributions!]

Totally off-topic! She’s merely following the plot; now even simply following it isn’t enough? How could a villain be expected to think about plot twists? What is the author’s keyboard doing?!

Headquarters originates from a higher civilization’s planet, where the residents are natives. The planet offers a myriad of entertainment forms, and this method of entering books to perfect plots is the latest craze.

Maya was conveniently chosen as a tasker. More than once, she felt as if she was being watched like a monkey in a zoo. But there was no other choice if she wanted a chance at resurrection.

*

The last time Ian almost confessed everything explicitly, Maya decided not to embrace this doomed, futureless relationship. So, during this time, she’s been avoiding Ian as much as possible.

She couldn’t fathom why a celibate character like Ian Rowe from the book would fall for her, a malicious female villain... Though he was handsome, well-tempered, and could barely cook edible meals, his good looks couldn’t be substitutes for food. The storyline’s ending wouldn’t change.

This thought made Maya laugh—how could she have delved so deeply into it when they were evidently from two different worlds?

Once again, Maya reminded herself that this was a mission world.

She needed to complete the mission quickly, or one day she’d be assimilated by the comforts of this mission world...

This was Maya’s final thought.

She glanced at the clock and grabbed her bag to head out. Today, she still needed to get styled.

*

The Huazhong Awards are prestigious global audience choice awards, encompassing major categories in film and television, always a coveted prize among actors.

The 32nd Huazhong Awards were held this November. As a recently rising star, Maya was naturally invited to attend.

Ryan Spencer valued this award ceremony highly, believing there was a strong chance Maya would win, and had her prepare an acceptance speech in advance.

The car stopped in front of the red carpet, and Maya appeared gracefully in a red haute couture gown.

From the black luxury car emerged bare, alabaster legs, followed by a stunning, exquisite face entering the public gaze. Her hair was half-tied, with a few strands delicately framing her face, adding an allure of unique nonchalance.

The cinched waist design accentuated her already slender figure.

Immediately upon her appearance, Maya captured the attention of major media, with flashes feverishly focusing on her.

Maya was incredibly popular now; photographing her guaranteed engagement.

She descended the car steps slowly, adjusting the fur around herself.

It was really cold...

Ryan Spencer followed behind her, only relaxing when he saw her take confident steps forward. Initially, Maya had been set to wear ten-centimeter heels, but she couldn’t manage them and had to switch to a lower heel.

She quickly spotted Kiki Monroe striking poses further ahead on the red carpet, in her usual pure white gown, exuding a delicate, fragile aura.

Kiki also noticed Maya, clenching the fabric of her dress tightly but managing a well-maintained expression that hid any sign of animosity.

Everyone knew the bigger the celebrity, the later they appeared, and Maya had outshone her from the moment she arrived!

As time was pressing, Kiki had no choice but to leave following the host’s discreet cue, despite her reluctance.

Maya slowly made her way to the center of the red carpet, taking a pen offered by the host and gracefully signed her name with a flourish.

Cheers and praises resounded around her.

Maya calmly turned around.

"Maya, I really admire you! I’ve watched many of your recent performances—your acting is outstanding, and I truly enjoy it!"

The host’s voice carried a warmth influenced by Maya’s recent skyrocketing fame.