The BUTLER.

.SUGARCOATED, LIES UNFOLDED.

Zephyr's eyes flicker with sinister admiration as he watches Sera drift off to sleep in his arms. Finally, he had her exactly how he wanted her. Furthermore, for instance, he couldn't believe that Sera, the girl who always had her guard up and didn't even trust her own fuckin shadow, was now completely at his mercy. She was exposing her most vulnerable side, the same side she had always concealed from others. As Sera abruptly revealed her affection for him, he briefly wondered if he was dreaming. It's not like he was shocked that she loved him, he already was aware of the fact that sooner or later, Sera would definitely fall for him. I mean, who wouldn't fall for his looks? Not to mention how respectfully he behaves around women, even though it's fake. However, Zephyr always knew Sera would fall for him someday if he continued being persistent. Still, he never would have imagined Sera falling for him this early than he predicted.  "Was she faking it? Was she already aware of his intentions? Has she already found out about my real identity? No, it can't be, I made sure everything was perfect. I even spent extra to fabricate all the documents needed for my butler's resume," he contemplated, profoundly while massaging his lady's scalp. 

Letting out a soft sigh he suddenly chuckled. Shaking his head slightly he glances at Sera, remembering how naive Sera actually is. She has a habit of portraying herself as a mean, unapproachable bad bitch, someone you will think twice before approaching, let alone asking her out. When in reality, she is the sweetest person you will ever meet. Although she is clever, there is a big difference between someone born clever and someone who became clever the hard way. Sera, however, became clever after facing hardships, aka she's the second type. But for Zephyr, she will never be innocent. Overall, she is kind and naive, since she was always protected her whole childhood by people she manipulated into serving her. 

"So she really does love me, tsk tsk....I am very much disappointed Sera."

"After all, you were the one who carved it into my soul never to show all my cards to my opponent, even if it's someone you cherish. You lost in your own game. You've changed, Sera. YOU'RE GETTING WEAK."

"Well, on the other hand, that's not a problem for me, is it? I will just need to speed up things. I will make sure to keep you entertained, Sera. After all, We both know how easily you get bored with people, and we cannot afford that, can we?" 

"But for now....just for now, let's just sleep." Leaning down, Zephyr captures her lips in a gentle, lingering kiss. He pulls her close and tucks the blankets around them both. The peaceful sounds of sleep permeated the room. Sera, unaware of Zephyr's sinister plans, pulled herself closer to him, his powerful arms encircling her with safety. The warmth of his body lulled her into a deep, peaceful sleep. After a few hours, she woke up feeling pleased and rejuvenated, only to find Zephyr dozing in front of her, his face gorgeous and serene as usual. Zephyr, who was completely unaware of his lady's gaze as he slept, looked younger and more vulnerable without his usual mask of confidence. His dark lashes fan against his cheekbones, his lips slightly parted. Just when Sera was about to look away, the latter's eyes fluttered open, and he blinked sleepily at her. It took Sera all the strength in the fiber of her being to keep her sanity from slipping away. "HOW CAN SOMEONE BE THIS PERFECT?!!!"

A slow, satisfied smile spreads across his face as he realizes that Sera is still in his arms. "Mornin'," he says drowsily, his hand reaching out to tug her closer. Putting gentle kisses on her neck, he nuzzles into her.  "Oh, I'm gonna burn in hell for sure," Sera anticipates while eyeing Zephyr lustfully. "Here, he is wishing me, and I'm imagining his hands unbuttoning my shirt." Pinching the bridge of her nose, she forces herself out of such lewd thoughts. Before Zephyr could again drift back to sleep, Sera started shaking him to ruin his sleep, causing the latter to tighten his grip on her as he growled playfully. "Shh, not yet," while burying his face in the crook of her neck and shoulder, his hands roaming over her body possessively.

 "Five more minutes....mom," he groans.

"What? MOM? ME?" Sera remarks startlingly.

"What? Want me to call you mommy..?"

"I am just pissed by seeing you sleeping so peacefully." 

Sighlingly, Sera shook him again, causing the latter to crack open his eyes as he gazed at her with a mix of amusement and affection. "You are jealous of my sleep?" He chuckled but finally released her, sitting up with a yawn. His gaze softens, "What's the matter, milady? Did I do something to  upset you?"

" Or maybe I'm envious of your lovely sleep.."

Leaning in closer, Zephyr's voice drops to a low, sultry tone. "Say it louder. Convince me that you really want me awake."

 "Is that so? Sleep then." Before the hombre could even comprehend what was happening, Sera took hold of the nearest blanket and covered his face with it, earning Zephyr's muffled laughter from under the blanket. He grabs the edge and pulls it down, revealing a mischievous grin. "Not fair. I can't hear you properly." A deep crimson blush appears on Sera's face, as the latter snuggles closer to her and buries his face in her cleavage, using them as a pillow.