I'm in Mota, and they all want me to confess my feelings!

Book One: Chapter Seven - I Will Interpret Brilliance!

The bullets came hurtling through the air with a sharp whistling sound.

Like a blazing meteor, it suddenly streaked across the silent, dark night sky, leaving behind a fleeting yet dazzling trail of light.

In an instant, the nobleman wielding the blade froze, his movements halting abruptly, as if time itself had stood still.

Then came a strange and dazzling scene—crystals, as clear and sparkling as ice crystals, began to bloom on its chest.

These crystals spread wildly across his body like a surging tide at a speed clearly visible to the naked eye.

This sudden change caused everyone present to stop what they were doing.

"Shenghai, is he frozen?"

"No, that's crystallization!"

"This...this ability is..."

One of the members of the Fesalie family was the first to react.

"Oh dear, the Fesalie family is still up to no good. It's so late, and they're still making things difficult for my employees. As their boss, if I turn a blind eye, wouldn't that discourage those who serve the family?"

The young girl descended gracefully from the night sky, her demeanor exceptionally elegant.

A slight upturn at the corners of her lips revealed a sweet and clear smile.

That exquisitely beautiful face, and even the interplay of her movements, tone of voice, and expressions, exuded an aura of purity, like a lotus rising from the mud, quietly blooming amidst this noisy world.

That is, unparalleled elegance.

—Coletta Motari.

This is the girl's name.

An abandoned orphan, a descendant of a fallen branch of the family, a celebrated young lady, a decisive and efficient executor...

There are many rumors about her in Laguna.

People have many different names for her and different opinions about her.

But there is no doubt that this young lady of the Motari family is not as innocent and harmless as the world sees her.

Duanmu Yan widened his pupils slightly, his lips trembling as he gazed at the girl's beautiful figure ahead.

Its unique crystallization ability, its elegant and graceful demeanor...

Could this be...

"boss?"

Duanmu Yan uttered the word almost without thinking.

Upon hearing this, the girl in front simply turned her head slightly, her clear, watery eyes sparkling with approval.

“You did a fantastic job.” Her voice was as gentle and pleasant as a spring breeze.

"Even when facing formidable enemies, they showed no fear whatsoever."

"This courage and perseverance are truly admirable."

"Okay, once this matter is resolved satisfactorily, remember to let me know your job number, and I will give you a raise as a reward."

As she spoke, Coleta shifted her gaze to the members of the Fesari family ahead, her tone suddenly turning much colder.

"Although my grandfather repeatedly told me not to easily get into conflicts with the Fesari family."

"But now, you're the ones bullying me."

“If we stand idly by, the authority of Motari will be lost.”

"therefore--"

After speaking, the girl's expression turned solemn as she slowly raised her slender arm, her fingertips pointing directly at the four uninvited guests in front of her.

In an instant, the crystal condensed in her palm at a breathtaking speed, transforming in a flash into a uniquely shaped pistol that radiated a chilling light, lying quietly in her hand, ready to fire.

"In the name of Motari, I will show you brilliance!"

Before she finished speaking, as if struck by lightning, Coleta lightly pulled the trigger with her slender finger.

The faces of the Fesari family members were instantly shrouded in a dark cloud of gloom and panic.

They never dreamed that what was originally just a kidnapping operation targeting an insignificant office worker would unexpectedly attract Koleta's attention.

But at this moment, the situation is like an arrow released from a bow, unstoppable, with no room for maneuver.

(*II) Even if they had to gamble with the honor and dignity of the Fesalie family, they had no way to back down and could only grit their teeth and fight with their backs to the wall.

The nobleman with the blade charged forward, only to be struck between the eyebrows by Koleta's spear, his entire body crystallized.

Without hesitation, Coreta fired another shot.

The crystallized body of the nobleman wielding the blade shattered amidst the echo of the gunshot, turning into countless crystalline fragments that danced in the air.

Ultimately, these fragments transformed into faint frequencies, quietly dissipating into this vast world, as if they had never existed.

"Then it's your turn."

As the final gunshot echoed, the last remaining body collapsed and vanished into nothingness.

Coleta turned her gun on the other four.

"Of course, I will not take your lives so lightly."

"The power struggle between families has its own set of established rules and methods."

“Until we figure out your purpose, you can stay in the Motari family’s ‘guest room’ for a while.”

After she finished speaking, a meaningful smile appeared on her lips, which sent chills down one's spine.

Before the members of the Fesalie family could recover from their shock, several black luxury cars quietly drove up from the end of the street.

As the car door opened, a group of people dressed in uniform and carrying various weapons quickly poured out, their movements highly trained, and surrounded the members of the Fesalie family, making it impossible for them to pass.

"Miss Coleta."

A man in a crisp uniform stepped forward steadily, approached Colette, bowed slightly, and displayed impeccable manners.

“Yes, they acted quickly.” Koleta rubbed her slightly cool fingertips. “Those people are from the Fesalie family. I don’t know what they’re up to, but they’re trying to kidnap our employees.”

“Take them away and find out what they want to do.”

"No one may let them leave without my explicit permission."

"in addition……"

At this point, Koleta suddenly turned around, remained silent for a moment, as if she were thinking about something.

A moment later, a faint smile quietly appeared on the corner of her mouth.

“If the Fesari family comes to demand my release, tell them that unless Cantrella comes to see me in person, they will not be allowed to release me.”

"Understood, Miss Coleta."

The man nodded solemnly, then turned around with a serious expression and gave the order to his men: "Arrest them!"

Even though the members of the Fesalie family felt helpless and resentful, they could only swallow their anger and obediently submit to the electric baton, being carried into the car by a group of well-trained people.

The vehicle started and quickly disappeared at the end of the street, leaving only a faint trail of exhaust fumes that dissipated in an instant.

The whole process lasted only a few minutes.

The bustling streets have returned to calm.

"Okay, problem solved."

Koleta stretched her body gently, giving a lazy yawn, and her tone became relaxed and comfortable.

She turned her head slightly, her gaze falling on Duanmu Yan, a gentle smile playing on her lips: "By the way, what's your name?"

Duanmu Yan was momentarily stunned, and after a moment he came to his senses and quickly and honestly replied, "Duanmu Yan."

“Duanmu Yan…” Kolatta repeated softly, tilting her head slightly, her eyes filled with a hint of inquiry, “Judging from the name, he doesn’t seem to be a local.”

However, she quickly suppressed her curiosity and a relieved smile returned to her face.

"However, it doesn't really matter. Many families only value so-called bloodline inheritance, but our Motari family values ​​a person's ability and responsibility more."

"Speaking of which, you did a pretty good job today. How about we grab a late-night snack? Consider it a compliment for your courage today. Tonight's on me."

Book 1: Chapter 8 Koleta's Misunderstanding

How should you respond to a young woman's sincere invitation?

Perhaps, in the entire Laguna region, there are very few people who could bring themselves to refuse the invitation from the second young lady of the Motari family.

After all, countless people would spend a fortune to have the rare opportunity to dine with Colette.

Whether it was because of her unique charm or because people were wary of the immense influence of her prominent family.

In short, to the people of Laguna, accepting Koleta's invitation was like embarking on a thrilling gamble.

The stakes, however, are one's own fate.

In this way, Duanmu Yan's choices determine his own future trajectory.

I had just made a great impression on my superiors, so if I refused their invitation now, it would seem like I was being ungrateful.

not to mention……

Would anyone really refuse an invitation from a beautiful girl?

"no problem."

Therefore, Duanmu Yan responded without hesitation, nodding without a second thought.

reject?

What a joke!

You have to understand, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build a relationship with the leader—the person in front of him is very likely to be the future head of the company—even for the sake of his own career, Duanmu Yan would never refuse!

“Okay, let’s go then.” Koleta’s lips curved slightly, revealing an extremely elegant smile. She then gently brushed aside her flowing hair and turned around gracefully, speaking as she walked.

"Margaret's pizzeria should still be open. But if we go too late, we might have to find somewhere else."

“Yes, Miss Coleta.”

Duanmu Yan took a step forward and followed closely behind.

……

……

Margaret's family restaurant is filled with a quiet, almost deserted atmosphere.

The tables and chairs around were neat but empty, the lights were soft but no one shared them, and everything seemed exceptionally quiet, just like when Duanmu Yan left.

He walked slowly and quietly behind Koleta, stepping into the somewhat deserted shop.

Her gaze unconsciously swept to the spot where she had been sitting, only to find it empty. Phoebe, who had been sitting there, was nowhere to be seen, leaving only a faint memory that lingered in the desolate air.

"Welcome, oh, it's Miss Koleta, what a rare guest."

Margaret looked up and saw Colette, her tone carrying just the right amount of surprise.

"Don't I come here for afternoon tea all the time? What's so special about me?" Koleta raised her hand slightly, covered the corner of her mouth with her slender fingers, and smiled gently.

“But Miss Coleta, it’s been over a month since you last came here for afternoon tea,” Margaret said truthfully, tilting her head slightly.

“Really? I’ve been so busy lately that I almost forgot,” Coleta said softly. “In that case, let’s have a Laguna traditional pizza.”

“Yes, that’s perfect. The stove is still on in the kitchen. Please wait a moment, the delicious meal will be here soon,” Margaret replied with a smile.

As she spoke, Margaret's gaze inadvertently swept over Duanmu Yan beside Koleta, and she couldn't help but be slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing across her face: "You...didn't you just come here? Are you hungry again so soon?"

Duanmu Yan turned his head somewhat awkwardly: "Uh, I have a big appetite."

"Is that so?" Margaret was about to turn around and go to the kitchen to prepare the meal when she seemed to suddenly remember something important. She paused and turned her gaze back to Duanmu Yan.

"Oh, I almost forgot. When that lady from the religious order left, she specifically asked me to tell you that she was very grateful for your invitation."

"She also said that if you have the chance, she hopes you can go to the religious order to find her, and she will personally preside over the prayer ceremony for you."

Miss Priest?

invite?