Chapter 16: Forced to Make Headlines

I understood that Antoninus was expressing dissatisfaction about my biting him earlier. However, what matters most now is not his mockery, but how to handle the aftermath.

"You made Eric announce in front of so many people... that I am your companion. It will surely spread tomorrow." After all, this evening party had more than just our Nightingale family of reporters; Haar wished to have his name plastered on every newspaper in the city.

Antoninus, however, showed no concern, "You don't need to worry about that."

"But I need to know!" This is not only about him; it concerns me too! I do want to make it to the headlines, but I desire to have my pen name on it, not being treated as news!

Being in the spotlight is an honor, but it's also risky, especially since I haven't decided whether I'll take Chris and escape from the presidential mansion in the future. I don't want to be recognized overseas and face the risk of exposure every day.

Though Antoninus couldn't fathom my persistence, see