Chapter. 2

I looked towards the door. I saw a boy around the age twenty two entering through the door. He was as good looking as the novel described him. Sharp jaw line, attractive lips, pointed nose with perfection and eyes as clear as water, perfectly arched eyebrows with a height of six feet two inches and great body muscles. I even know that he has eight packs because of the novel.

I nearly spat out my juice from my mouth when I saw him. I had to admit this male lead was the most handsome guy I have ever seen. Like even in my world actors were not as good as him. Okay the hall was pin drop silence everyone eyeing the male lead. He was wearing a dark blue tuxedo. So in this novel no one would be as handsome as him. Not even close. Second lead might be an exception as I think he was described quite handsome in the novel. Let's see.

He walked in an elegant way towards Mr. Smith ignoring all the stares from everyone. I rolled my eyes. Some girls were on the verge of fainting and yes I literally saw a girl collapsing on the floor. Like what!? These things don't even make sense. Like no matter how handsome you are why would anyone faint for your handsomeness? Sure this is a novel.

I felt like laughing but held back because if I laughed everyone will notice me as it is still pin drop silence in the hall. I looked towards Sarah. She also looked at me. I know she didn't care about male lead. I was trying hard not to laugh and she was also doing the same. After some good hours, finally the hall regained it's previous noisy environment. Then we started laughing.

I didn't even bother looking or searching for Rustler. It is useless anyway. I have to avoid him. When I thought about him torturing me and shooting me with a gun I got goosebumps and I shivered. I absolutely have to avoid him at any cost.

"Damn Rustler King is really hot huh! Look at those girls flying around him like butterflies. I feel like vomiting." Sarah said. I looked at the direction she was looking and saw like twenty girls circling over Rustler who was talking with someone. He completely ignored them. Hmm. He's got that talent.

I faintly laughed looking at Sarah and said, "You're right. But he is beyond perfect. If I was to continue pursuing him I would be one of them. Look how stupid that looks. Thank god I am saved. And I will have to face millions of struggles and problems. It is better this way." Sarah laughed and nodded her head in agreement.

Soon many people started coming. I was casually talking with Sarah but soon it was time for us to take our seats so unwillingly I separated from her.

Her family's seat was little far from ours. She went towards that direction while I went towards my family's seat. On my way my heels suddenly went in another direction stumbling my foot resulting disbalance in my body. But I quickly regained my balance without falling. But twisted my ankle. I knew it these heels will make me embarassed. I felt embarassed so without observing the surrounding I went towards our table. Though my twisted ankle was hurting but this was a normal thing for me. In my world this used to happen a lot when I first started wearing heels. I am definately not a delicate person.

I was used to the pain so I walked like a normal person towards my seat. Of course I cannot tell about this to my mom. Otherwise she would worry about me. I saw my mom and dad happily chatting and I felt such a warm and joyous feeling in my heart. They are my ideal couple and inspiration for sure.

I took my seat. Mom noticed me and said, "Are you enjoying the banquet?" I drew my chair a little towards my mom.

"Yes, it is good to see so many people around. And I met Sarah so it was not boring for me." I replied with a happy expression as I was really happy. For the first time I was quite satisfied with the people around me and could trust them.

"That's good. That's good." She said and continued talking with dad.

"Grace, you should see around if you like someone. Now it is your age to date somebody." My dad suddenly spoke. I was surprised that he was so open minded.

"Dad, I am too young to date. Let me first focus on my career. Then we'll talk about dating, okay?" I said smilling at him. Dad's happiness reached his eyes that were shining like stars.

"Yes yes, she is right. Just let her be honey. Let the nature take place. One day she will find someone she likes. Let's not rush things." Mom said looking at dad. I was so happy with my family. If only we weren't in the banquet I would have hugged them.

Dad nodded in agreement and said, " You're right darling. Okay then I will not interfare futher. Be sure to notify us if you like someone." I nodded my head.

"Grace if you like someone go for it. Follow your heart. Don't sacrifice your love because the person you like is not from your background. No matter who it is we'll support you. We only want you to be happy." My mom said. Dad completely nodded his head with a serious expression. Okay if this goes on I will start crying. How can a villaness's parents be so understanding. No wonder she was so spoiled. They loved her and never restricted her for anything else.

"Okay I understand mom. I will do what you say. Mom I am going to the washroom. I'll be back in a while, okay?" Mom and dad gave me a slight nod and I went towards the washroom. My ankle was twisted and was painful but I endured it. I cannot throw a tantrum because of some small injury.

After I came out from washroom I was heading towards my family table when I was stopped by a voice. I turned around to find a boy around my age. I stopped and he walked towards me. Okay this person is John Smith, the second lead of the novel. It's weird that he stopped me. He was good looking. Not as much as Rustler but he was really handsome. I smiled at him.

"Hi, do you need anything?" I said politely to him. Being polite is a headache.

"No, just take this." He said and took out a bandage. I looked at him in confuse. Bandage?

"This is...?" I was not sure what he meant. But then it triggered me. My twisted ankle! How can I be so stupid?

"Um. I saw you stumbling so I thought you might need this." He said. Okay this is so embarassing. I was so embarassed that my cheeks got hot. I am sure I look like blushing. Shit.

"Thank you. But I am fine. It's not a big deal." I laughed awkwardly talking the bandage from his hand.

"No worries. This is my family's banquet so naturally I have to take care of the guests." He said. I know you are John.

"Oh. You are......John Smith?" I asked him if I was unsure. I had to act out. This villaness never met him before.

"Yes, I am." He said with a smile showing his dimples. He looked cute. But really I don't get it why people go crazy over dimples. It is just a muscular disorder. I personally don't like that much of dimples. It is my opinion though. No offence.

"Oh. It is nice to meet you. I am Grace Miller." I introduced myself.

"It is nice to meet you too." He said. I smiled faintly at him. This second lead fully supported female lead and he was the one to torture the villaness in the basement of male lead. He was the person in charge to torture her. I looked at him. He looked genuine but is not. I must hurry and leave.

"So I will get going. My family is waiting for me. See you around." I said and without waiting for him to reply I went towards my family's seat.

I took my seat and went through my phone. Mom and dad were discussing something in low voice so I didn't disturbed them. I looked around. People were gathered and were chatting with each other happily. Then I saw Sarah smiling at me. I smiled back at her.

Many people came to our tables and mom introduced me to them. I sweetly greeted them. Most of them complimented me. I smiled at them gratefully and thanked them. But after sometime the most unexpected person came to our table. It was Rustler King. I was so shocked. I know Rustler was never attentive towards Millers. It is strange that he came.

"Hello, Mr. Miller. How are you?" He said in his husky voice. Even his voice is good. Dad was also surprised by his sudden visit but hid it and smiled. I didn't look at him ignoring him as I was busy being nervous and thinking how to ignore him.

"Hello Rustler. We're good. How are you? How about Antonio? Is he doing well?" My dad said. Antonio is Rustler's dad.

"He is doing well." He said. Seeing that he had no intention to leave my mom offered him to take a seat. To my surprise he took the seat.

Finally I gathered courage and looked at his handsome face. His face was cold and serious. 'This man can never laugh' I thought. I was not shocked to see his handsome face so I faintly smiled at him. He ignored me. Like hell!! At least a nod would not have killed him. Since he ignored me, I went through my phone and started scrolling instagram. I completely ignored him.

He said a few words to mom and dad. Mom introduced me to him. I said a light hello to him with a smile. He just nodded his head slightly and ignored me. I didn't care. I went back to my phone. Dad and he talked some business and after some time he left. I sighed in relief.

Mom and dad had casual expression. I again went back to my phone. It is best to ignore Rustler. Anyways after few days he will meet female lead and fall in love with her.

I ate a lot of food in the banquet because I am a foodie. And the dishes were lavishing. Soon the banquet ended. I rushed towards the car as I didn't want to meet anyone else. I just said goodbye to Sarah. I greeted Mr. Smith and Mrs. Smith (John's mom and dad) and Mrs. Smith complimented me. I thanked her gratefully. After that we returned home.

I directly went to my room, took a bath, changed into a loose shirt and pajamas and jumped into my bed to sleep.