The appointed time finally arrived. Since morning, the deLuna Company had been packed with people—not employees coming to work, but those who had come to take on the challenge of one of the city's most influential women. Not only that, but others also wanted to witness the potentially historic moment.
More sensational and trending than the wedding of the prime minister's daughter last month, the mass media has been relentlessly reporting on the latest breakthroughs from the president of the deLuna Company, who always attracts attention. When the company is already filled with people, which is why she still has her legs crossed in the luxury car that takes her to the company. A bright red dress, matching her lipstick, a branded bag on her lap, and black sunglasses that are always worn even in the car.
"How do I look today, Secretary Rei?" The secretary sitting next to their private driver answered seriously. "Very impressive, President Director." The secretary was used to that question, and he would answer based on what he saw.
"Of course. I have to look fabulous. Today is the day my beloved family will get what they want." She said sarcastically. "Don't forget about security. I don't want anything untoward to happen and give those exclusivists a reason to bring me down."
"Okay, President Director."
Not long after, the President's black car stopped in front of the already crowded deLuna Company. Everyone pulled over, making way for the main character of today's event. Lilith got out of her car with a grin, the woman took off her sunglasses, which was immediately greeted by secretary Rei deftly. Every step she took left an intoxicating scent of lilies, a sweet, strong, and dominant blend that confirmed that she was dominant. Pray that you can resist her pheromones.
"Wow, she really…"
"It's not just the intoxicating scent, but that face, ah…"
"Hey, you're drooling. Are you an animal?"
"Shit! I can't wait any longer!"
Comments from people who have witnessed firsthand the power and charm of President Lilith.
After Lilith left the lobby, secretary Rei looked at the expected, very large crowd with professional eyes and voice.
"For those who have come to participate in the competition, please follow me to the hall." Obediently, those who were trying their luck followed the secretary to the company hall.
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Several hours had passed, and Lilith was busy with endless work at her desk. She glanced at the report secretary Rei had submitted this morning, regarding one of her brothers engaging in illegal trade. "That idiot even used the company's seal to conduct his dirty business. I wouldn't be surprised if Mom or Dad gave him access and hid it all from me."
Lilith massaged her head. What should she do with all of them? Throw them all into the sea to feed the fish?
"President Director."
"Yes, come in."
One of her secretarial team arrived to deliver lunch. Lilith glanced at the clock, ah yes, she hadn't realized it was past her lunch hour.
"How about the 'event' downstairs? Is everything going smoothly?"
The secretary nodded. "Everything is running smoothly and under control. Secretary Rei is still screening some participants after lunch." Lilith glanced at the clock again. "Announce that no more registrations can be made after 3 p.m. Continuously emitting pheromones is also not good for Secretary Rei." The secretary nodded.
"Have you collected the data?"
"Yes." The secretary took out a black folder. "Of the people who participated in the competition, several of them are listed under the names of the prospective husbands given to you, President Director. The son of the Minister of Defense, the grandson of the chairman of company K, and even the CEO of company F were seen participating this morning."
Lilith's eyebrows raised. "That old man? He even has a wife and illegitimate children everywhere. The older you get, the less shame there is," Lilith commented. "So, has anyone made it through the second stage?"
"The B and A level dominants, as well as several A level submissives, have successfully advanced to the second stage, and there are already around seven names who have passed the second stage, ready to face you personally, President Director." Face. Lilith felt an adrenaline rush at the secretary's words.
"Gather them all on the 5th floor after three o'clock. I hope not many of them survive." The secretary nodded. "Let's see how strong these people are who dare to come and are so confident they can defeat me."
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The appointed time had arrived. Lilith walked past the failed contestants, gazing at the beauty they would never be able to see up close and personal. "I'm already overwhelmed just dealing with her secretary, let alone facing the goddess Lilith face to face."
"You won't survive." Another commented, watching the woman in the red dress disappear behind the elevator.
"President," secretary Rei greeted as the elevator doors opened on the company's fifth floor. "There are nine people waiting for you in the hall."
"Hmmm. Let's get this over with so you and the others can get some rest." Lilith just needed to come in, knock them all out, and go home. After this, her beloved family would stop with the marriage proposals for a few months or weeks before they did anything else to disturb her peace. She was already very certain that no one would survive her pheromone attack. Besides the dominant S-class pheromone she possessed, her glandular disorder would also make it difficult for her to control herself. If they fainted and became unconscious, it wouldn't be her fault.
The door to the room opened. Lilith didn't glance at the men waiting for her with sour faces. Most of those who had made it to the final stage were arrogant men who felt insulted by Lilith's treatment. "You're so intent on embarrassing everyone. You kept me waiting this long?"
"I have to be in this room with the CEO of an unknown company, a shameless old man, and some people from the lower classes. It's incredible."
"Do you talk about me?"
"Maybe."
They all started throwing insults at each other, which the woman, of course, ignored. Lilith stood there with a sharp glare, laughing at their childish behavior.
"Did I force you to enter this contest? This is a free contest. Anyone can join. You stepped foot into my company voluntarily. If you don't like it, you can leave. The door is open for you." The childish bickering stopped. They both clucked and looked away.
"Let's get straight to the point. If you survive, you win." Lilith throws her jacket, revealing her seductively long neck. Her hand reached for the blocking patch on her pheromone gland. Without delay, the scent of lily of the valley wafted throughout the room. At first, the lily felt pleasant and soft, but in a single wave, its pheromone scent grew stronger and heavier. Lily of the valley attacked the pheromone glands of the dominants, who immediately froze and held the nape of their necks.
The S-level was completely different. It felt so heavy and suffocating, like they couldn't breathe, forced to submit to her domination. Lilith smiled disdainfully, her arms folded, laughing as those who had previously spoken so arrogantly fell one by one to her domination.
Lilith wanted to stop there, sooner than she expected. The President didn't want to hurt or further damage the dignity of these "rulers." After this, she could go home and rest.
It was then that the CEO realized that at the head of the table, someone was sitting, their shoulders still square. His eyes were straight ahead, his posture betraying no sign of submission, his hands elegantly placed on the table, and there wasn't a single bead of sweat on his forehead. He seemed unfazed by Lilith's pheromones that had filled the room. Aware of being watched, the man turned to Lilith, and their eyes met for the first time.
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