3. The Secret

Lexus didn't expect that his ex-fiancé would prefer a lazy and unemployed man like Noah Bradley over him. He felt his pride trampled. Lexus's flame of hatred for the Drechsler family is growing.

"Damn! How dare she! Since when did they've a relationship?!"

Lexus shouted angrily. Both of their eyes lit up like a hungry predator about to pounce on its prey.

Seth shuddered, watching the movement of the Lexus and seemed to know something.

"Young Master, as you know that Young Master Noah's lazy to work and always wastes the Bradley family's money."

Lexus fell silent. Deep inside, he confirmed Seth's words. The man's head was full of questions about Steffy and Noah.

"He likes to gamble and play with many women. As the head of the Bradley family, Lord James Bradley is fed up with Young Lord Noah's behavior. However, he siblingsー"

"Bryan Bradley is a workaholic. He is the 2nd son of the Bradley family. Bryan is helping Mr. James advance the Bradley family company. You wanna say that, don't you?"

Seth gaped as Lexus cut him off. Apparently, Lexus knows something about its family rival.

"What's the surprise! That's right, Sir. I thought that you didn't care about the Bradleys!"

There was a sinister smile that appeared on the corners of Lexus's lips. He asked, "You seem to have forgotten something, Seth?"

Lexus grabbed the bottle of mineral water from the assistant's hand, then took a sip.

"The Bradleys are the main rivals of the Rodriguez family. So, I've to care about that."

Seth nodded. He understood the meaning of Lexus's words.

"I'll repay the stain that Steffy left me someday, and so will Noah," said Lexus confidently.

Every word that came out of Lexus's mouth made Seth shudder. He knew how Lexus would act!

"Young Master, do you want the Detective to chase Miss Steffy and Young Master Noah all the way to Bali?"

Hearing Seth's question just now, made Lexus stop for a moment his imagination about Steffy and Noah.

"Get as much information about 'em as possible! Find out their fatal mistake, and I'm ready to turn things around."

"All right, Young Master."

Just when Seth responded to his command, Lexus added more.

"Give me Stella's data now! I wonder whether she's still a virgin or not!"

***

6 hours passed and the wedding reception of Lexus and Stella was over. Throughout the event, Lexus did not show its figure in front of the guests. Instead, he stayed silent in the groom's room with Seth.

"Young Master, don't you wanna return home?" asked Seth, he approached the Lexus.

"Is that crazy boring show over?"

Lexus stopped its activities playing social media. He looked at Stella's social media account and was a little surprised by what he found.

"The reception ended 3 hours ago, and it was already dark. Hump, it seems you're curious about Miss Stella!"

Seth teased Lexus. He peeked at the activities of Lexus, who was constantly staring at the smartphone screen. He blinked his eyes repeatedly.

"Don't be a fool, Seth!"

Lexus felt embarrassed for being caught off guard by Seth. He hastily turned his gaze in another direction while changing the smartphone screen display from Stella's social media account to another social media display.

"However, your mouth and demeanor are out of sync, Young Master Lexus. So, how can I trust you otherwiseー"

Lexus keeps the smartphone in the back of the coat pocket. He stood up and said, "I'll cut your salary this month by 10%. Because you dare to criticize your Master."

After saying that, Lexus went towards the door.

Seth was dumbfounded. He stared for a moment at the figure of his master, who had reached the doorway. However, the figure he was staring at stopped his steps.

"Don't you wanna come back to the mansion, Seth?"

Lexus asked without turning around. Of course, Seth came to his senses.

"Wait for me, Young Master!"

Before Seth shouted, Lexus had left the room rushing.

"Handsome and noble-hearted Young Master Lexus, if you cut my salary by 10%, then how do I pay the bills? And, how do I buy tickets to an idol concert? Oh, damn!"

Seth grunted as he stepped after the Lexus. With a jog, finally, Seth can reach the Lexus.

"Young Master, please take your words back! Haven't I always been evaluating your attitude? I'm not criticizing, but just evaluating. Then, where did I go wrong?"

In a feminine style, Seth gave an explanation. However, Lexus still wasn't listening.

The presence of Lexus has always been a magnet for the people around it. The many pairs of eyes staring at him did not prevent Lexus from moving on.

"Young Master Lexus's aura is beyond doubt," Seth said in a low voice. Despite not getting a response from Lexus, he has been incessantly providing comments.

Now, they are already in the lobby of the Rodriguez hotel.

"Bastian's waiting for you, Young Master," Seth told his master.

Sure enough, a black sedan with a gold bird logo has been waiting for Lexus elegantly in front of the lobby of the Rodriguez Hotel, located in London, England.

"Please, Young Master!"

Bastian opened the car door. Lexus got in there immediately followed by Seth.

"Young Master, you haven't answered my question. Are you not going to answer it?"

Apparently, Seth was still trying to patch things up. He is not willing if his salary is cut by 10%.

"If you still talk too much, then not only will I cut your salary, but also your tongue!"

Receiving a bluff like before, of course Seth immediately covered his mouth tightly using both hands.

Silence. Lexus is reading Stella's personal data sent by Seth. Occasionally, the man could be heard muttering.

"Happy marriage, Young Master. After all, today's your wedding day and I must congratulate you."

Bastian looked back. He gave a speech to Lexus sincerely.

"Yes, Sunday, September 14th I married one of the daughters of the Drechsler family and I never wanted this to happen," said Lexus regretfully.

Lexus stared at Bastian, who started to step on the gas pedal. The Rodriguez family's luxury car moved slowly onto the highway.

"Bastian, has that woman returned to the mansion?"

Suddenly, Lexus asked about his wife, which made Seth's eyes widen.

"What?!"

Lexus turned to his right, where Seth was sitting. He asked as if he knew that Seth was about to say something to him.

"N-no," Seth answered nervously, he shook his head, then closed his mouth again.

"Of course, Young Master. Because I accompanied Miss Steffy according to Mr. Seth's orders."

Bastian answered without hesitation. He controls the steering wheel very well. He is one of the trusted people of Lexus.

"Good. I want you to be her personal driver from tomorrow. However, that's not all. I'll give you another task, which isー"

"Did I hear right, Young Master? S-so… what you meant was...."

This time, Seth couldn't take it anymore. He started asking questions to get rid of his curiosity. But again, only the sharp eyes from the Lexus got him.