The Trending Topic Herself: The Villainess is the Superstar!-Chapter 92: Favoritism

Maya Monroe nodded profoundly, "Eric, what are you doing here?"

"Oh, I was just feeling too cooped up inside, so I thought I’d take a walk. There might be media around outside, so I just stayed close by in the corridor here."

"I recently saw you on the new show you joined, not bad at all, keep it up!"

Keep it up so that you can marry the leading lady and follow the storyline.

Eric Rowe was very touched. Maya Monroe’s image in his mind was exceptionally grand and elegant, and he even thought Maya Monroe was the guiding light dispelling all darkness on his life’s path.

"Sis, first you helped me convince my brother to support my dreams, and after I entered the industry, you repeatedly guided and encouraged me. I... I’m really touched."

Maya Monroe didn’t plan to tell him that she actually just accidentally caught a glimpse while switching channels from a food channel.

She coughed pretentiously and patted Eric Rowe’s shoulder, "Keep it up!"

Perhaps Maya Monroe naturally belonged in this acting field, as Eric Rowe saw in her eyes a depth and expectation.

"Sis, I... will definitely keep working hard! I’ll definitely reach the peak and won’t let down your expectations!"

The moment Eric Rowe stood at the peak was also the moment he’d be together with the leading lady, which made Maya Monroe very satisfied with how he was progressing.

"Sis, I just remembered I left a jacket in the lounge. I’ll go..."

Maya Monroe grabbed him, "Are you cold now?"

Kiki Monroe was still inside cultivating a relationship with Leo Lancaster, and Eric Rowe, the leading man, wasn’t suited to go in just now.

This wasn’t the latter stage where Eric Rowe and other men were madly in love with Kiki Monroe; under current circumstances, not only was a frenzy unlikely to happen, but there was also a risk of Eric Rowe disliking Kiki Monroe’s fickleness.

Maya Monroe wouldn’t let such a bad thing happen.

Eric Rowe didn’t understand, "I’m alright."

"Ah... why don’t we stay here a bit longer and chat?" Maya Monroe laughed awkwardly.

*

For a moment, Leo Lancaster thought he saw Maya Monroe’s figure, but it disappeared too quickly, so he wasn’t sure. It wasn’t until he heard people discussing Maya Monroe suddenly running out that he confirmed she had really been there.

Kiki Monroe noticed Leo Lancaster’s gloomy face. Not knowing what had happened, she tentatively asked, "Leo, are you okay?"

She softened her tone, trying to calm Leo Lancaster’s temper.

Leo Lancaster, still holding the cup, handed it to Kiki Monroe, his gaze deep, "Next time, be sure to hold onto it well..."

Leo Lancaster usually wore a gentle demeanor, but his sudden serious expression was intimidating.

Kiki Monroe just realized that Leo Lancaster’s features weren’t gentle but rather handsomely chiseled. His usual smile only served to soften his coldness.

Kiki Monroe wanted to say something, but then she saw Leo Lancaster hastily leaving.

Something’s off... way off...

Leo Lancaster’s previous behavior rushed into her mind, and she realized his bias toward Maya Monroe. When he talked about her, he couldn’t stop; could it be that Leo Lancaster likes Maya Monroe?

No, that’s impossible!

Kiki Monroe immediately dismissed the thought. She had tremendous confidence in herself—no one could be more charming than her, especially not the clumsy and foolish Maya Monroe...

*

Maya Monroe finally managed to distract Eric Rowe, feeling that enough time had passed. She decided not to prolong the awkward conversation, letting Eric Rowe leave and preventing further small talk.

Eric Rowe seemed somewhat reluctant, "Sis, you said it so well. So many life philosophies, and I’m only realizing them now... Luckily, I met you, or I don’t know how many more years I’d wander in confusion... I’ve become truly enlightened and more determined in my goals, thanks to you, sis!"

After speaking, Eric Rowe even gave a deep bow.

Maya Monroe coughed lightly, "That’s life for you; as long as you understand, that’s enough."

In fact, she had already forgotten what nonsense she had said earlier. Since it was just thoughtless blabbering, it’s normal to forget quickly.

Finding herself out of topics to discuss and unwilling to waste time with Eric Rowe, she said, "Eric, weren’t you going to get your jacket?"

"Jacket... right, I need my jacket!" Eric Rowe tapped his head, "Look at my lousy memory, good thing you reminded me, sis!"

Maya Monroe nodded with a smile, maintaining her composure perfectly, "Then you should hurry along!"

"I’ll go get the jacket then, and we’ll continue chatting next time. I’m off, sis!"

Maya Monroe sighed in relief, pulled out a piece of candy from her pocket, and put it in her mouth. There was an elevator around the corner, with people coming down from time to time. Surprisingly, she had wandered this far, engaging in stilted conversations under many watchful eyes for quite some time.

Though Maya Monroe was thick-skinned, she was a bit embarrassed at the moment. After lightly coughing twice and swallowing the candy, she continued walking forward as if nothing had happened.

Eric Rowe bumped into Leo Lancaster head-on, "Leo? Why are you in such a rush?"

Leo Lancaster paused, "Eric, have you seen Maya?"

"Maya...? You mean my sis?"

"...Yes."

"I was just chatting with her. She kept enlightening me, and I feel my life’s path is filled with hope now. As long as I’m determined, I can definitely achieve my dreams!!"

"Then did you..." Leo Lancaster squinted his eyes, "Do you think her mood has changed?"

"Change?" Eric Rowe frowned, "What change? Sis is no different from usual, as reliable and wise as ever, gentle and virtuous..."

The impression from Eric Rowe’s words momentarily dulled Leo Lancaster’s thinking.

"I mean, is she happy, unhappy, or... any other emotion?"

"Leo, I’m getting more confused by what you’re saying... She’s always cheerful. I’ve never seen her look worried; even if there’s a problem, my brother always resolves it. What could possibly bother her? She’s definitely content and carefree!"

Leo Lancaster wasn’t sure what emotion he was feeling now, "I see..."

Eric Rowe took a couple of steps forward but didn’t enter the lounge, then turned back to ask, "Oh, Leo, you mentioned my sis, right? She should be at the end of the corridor on the east side. Are you looking for her for something?"

Leo Lancaster smiled, reverting to his usual demeanor, "Nothing really, she likes bubble tea, doesn’t she? I just remembered I might have asked my assistant to buy some..."