Chapter 54: Prove My Abilities

A dark, complex glint flashed deep within Victoria Sterling’s eyes as she wrestled with the bitter truth. She desperately wanted to believe that Julian loved her and her alone, yet deep down, she knew the reality.

Natasha was his old flame—the one who held an unbreakable grip on his heart, the woman Julian had been simping over for years. Every gentle word he spoke to Victoria carried the lingering shadow of Natasha, but to Victoria, even a fragile illusion was better than losing him. As long as Julian was willing to sweet-talk and maintain the lie, she would endure the pain. She would wait patiently, quietly strategizing until she completely eradicated Natasha from Julian’s heart and secured his total devotion. And if that day never came, she was more than willing to let Julian keep lying to her for the rest of his life.

Julian vance looked at the intense, overwhelming desire swirling in Victoria’s eyes, his heart pounding frantically against his ribs. He could guarantee that once Victoria started, she wouldn’t stop anytime soon.

Julian was still desperately trying to delay: "Victoria, doing this so frequently... I’m really worried your body won’t be able to take it..."

Victoria chuckled softly, her voice rich with teasing pleasure. "Julian, don’t worry about my health. I’m perfectly fine. Or should I prove my physical abilities to Julian?"

"Hmm?" Victoria drew out that last soft syllable, her tone intensely provocative and seductive.

Julian: "..."

That’s totally unscientific! That’s something the man is supposed to say!

Victoria’s eyes, overflowing with desire, remained locked onto Julian. What does he mean by too frequently? If it were up to her, she would want to be joined to her Julian every single second, their very flesh, blood, and bones intertwined into one...

"Good boy," Victoria gently breathed into Julian’s ear, her warm breath tingling across his skin. "We can begin now."

Julian gritted his teeth and decided to go all out! He leaned down and kissed Victoria’s full, crimson lips directly.

A triumphant, victorious gleam flashed in Victoria’s beautiful eyes. Julian was such an obedient, sweet boy. Her slender hands climbed up to rest on Julian’s shoulders, and as her eyes closed, she gently guided Julian step by step, their breathing intertwining and becoming increasingly heavy.

They kissed passionately. Inside the dormitory, the doors and windows were tightly locked, and the thick curtains were completely drawn.

"Mmm~" Victoria, overcome by emotion, let out a soft, ambiguous moan. Her cheeks were flushed a deep rose, her eyes were brimming with delicate tears, and her gaze held an intense, unyielding desire.

Originally, Julian had held the initiative, but at some point, control seamlessly slipped back into Victoria’s hands. Her soft lips moved down to Julian’s neck, showering his sensitive skin with delicate, fleeting kisses.

Julian suddenly realized what was happening. Damn it! This time, he had to be on top! His stubborn male pride surged up once again.

"Victoria," Julian muttered, grabbing her wrist just as her slender fingers tried to unbutton his shirt.

Victoria raised her glistening, watery eyes and looked at him with a slightly puzzled expression.

Julian froze for a second. The woman in front of him had a faint redness lingering at the corners of her eyes, and her vibrant red lips were slightly parted. She was an absolute, breathtaking beauty.

Victoria’s voice was slightly hoarse, low and husky: "Julian told me to stop... what are you trying to do?"

Julian took a deep breath to compose himself. Victoria looked absurdly stunning right now... he really couldn’t hold back anymore.

"Victoria," Julian said firmly, "you said you wanted me to please you, so how can you be the one taking charge?"

Today, he was determined to reclaim his masculine dignity through Victoria!

Victoria raised one delicate eyebrow, a playful smile curving her lips. "Alright then, I’ll wait for Julian to try and please me~"

Her eyes curved like crescent moons. Taking Julian’s hand, she placed it directly against her waist and guided him step by step. "Good boy... the first step to pleasing me is to untie this."

Julian’s hand trembled slightly. The sleek belt slipped free, and Victoria’s outer top opened up, exposing the delicate intimate wear underneath.

Julian’s eyes widened in sheer shock.

This... this... Victoria was actually wearing a black, sheer, see-through lace bra underneath!

Appearing and disappearing, the snowy white skin beneath and the sheer black lace created an overwhelmingly striking visual contrast.

Victoria burst into a low, amused laugh upon seeing Julian’s completely stunned reaction.

"Heh—does Julian like it?"

She had seen men online talking about how much they loved these kinds of delicate, seductive styles, so she had decided to order a set to try out. Seeing Julian’s breathless reaction now, the effect was indeed remarkably good. She resolved to prepare many more ways to tempt and entice Julian in the future.

"I like it..." Julian nodded almost involuntarily. Victoria already possessed an unbelievable, model-like figure, and paired with this alluring outfit... he felt like he was about to get a massive nosebleed.

The smile in Victoria’s eyes deepened. "This body originally belonged to Julian, and only to Julian. If Julian likes it, then enjoy it to the absolute fullest~ Julian, come here quickly, okay?"

Victoria’s voice was dripping with pure seduction, pulling Julian down into a vortex of reckless indulgence.

On the bed... against the cold wall... right beside the study desk...

Their entangled shadows were left all across the spacious dormitory room. Because it was a university housing facility, the soundproofing wasn’t particularly heavy, so Victoria continuously suppressed her voice, only allowing soft, breathy moans to escape her crimson lips.

Students were occasionally walking back and forth out in the hallway. Julian was on edge the entire time, terrified that someone outside might hear something and discover them.

That night was exceptionally thrilling and exciting... but it was also incredibly, painfully exhausting...

By the time they finished, Julian lay flat on the bed, completely drained and unwilling to move a single finger.

Damn it. He regretted his decision just a little bit. He should have just let Victoria take the lead from the start! His male ego and vanity had indeed been thoroughly satisfied, but... he was exhausted, completely and utterly spent.

Victoria, on the other hand, looked utterly radiant and refreshed, her beautiful face glowing with contentment. She nestled comfortably against Julian’s bare chest, her luscious lips curved into a satisfied smile. "Julian was amazing tonight. I felt so completely satisfied just now."

Julian didn’t even have the energy to respond. He had literally given everything he had. Victoria was an absolute monster—no wonder she was the formidable female lead of the story...

Knowing Julian was thoroughly exhausted, Victoria didn’t push him any further. Leaning up, her soft lips brushed gently against Julian’s cheek, leaving a tender kiss.

"Good night, my dear Julian."

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Early the next morning, Evelyn, her eyes barely open from lack of sleep, drove the executive car to the vicinity of the university dormitories to pick up Victoria Sterling.

President Sterling was truly addicted to scaling dormitory walls late at night.

"President Sterling," Evelyn couldn’t help but ask cautiously as she drove, "living in a university dormitory really isn’t as comfortable as living in a private luxury villa. Why don’t you have the university principal arrange a standalone private villa on campus specifically for Young Master Julian?"

If Young Master Julian lived in a private villa at Capital University, President Sterling wouldn’t have to sneak in late at night and leave early in the morning like a thief. And more importantly, Evelyn wouldn’t have to be dragged out of bed at five in the morning to pick her up.

Victoria leaned back against the leather seat, resting her cheek on her hand. "I remember there’s an upcoming comprehensive examination for third-year finance students at Capital University, right?"

She remembered Julian mentioning that he intended to secure first place in this exam.

"That’s correct," Evelyn nodded, glancing in the rearview mirror. "There’s a major departmental exam this coming Friday."

Victoria smiled faintly, her red lips curving upward. "Then let’s make a luxury campus villa the official reward for the exam. Whoever achieves first place in the department will be granted full residency in the villa until graduation, complete with personal housekeeping services and fully covered utilities."

Evelyn was stunned for a moment. "President Sterling... do you really think Young Master Julian can secure first place?"

"Mm." Victoria’s smile deepened with complete, unshakeable confidence. "My Julian has always been exceptionally capable. Since he said he can get first place, then he will."

Evelyn had previously investigated Julian Vance’s background in full detail under Victoria’s orders, so she was naturally fully aware of his mediocre past academic performance.

Evelyn couldn’t help but ask carefully, "President Sterling, what if... what if Young Master Julian doesn’t manage to get first place?"

Victoria didn’t flinch, her expression remaining perfectly serene. "Then the grading system is wrong, not my Julian."

Evelyn: "..."