The Supreme Soldier in the City
Chapter 373 - 380 Unable to Resist

Chapter 373: Chapter 380 Unable to Resist

James Brown didn’t expect to say that, and Emily Lopez didn’t believe it either. Just then, Emily Smith sat next to Emily Lopez and said with a giggly smile, "I’m not interrupting you, am I?"

Emily Lopez sat up, shook her head, and rubbed her face, smiling, "No worries, we were just joking around."

Emily Smith looked at them with envy and said, "You two really are so loving, even your chats are so joyful."

Emily Lopez giggled and said, "My sister... James is so funny, he always jokes to make me happy. He just told me that Emily Berns is his enemy, which cracked me up."

Sophia Smith suddenly burst into laughter and said, "That’s hilarious. There are so few men in this world who could be an enemy to Emily Berns. But come to think of it, it would be quite fortunate for a man to become Emily Berns’ enemy."

James Brown’s face grew even darker. What kind of twisted logic was that? Being Emily Berns’ enemy and calling it fortunate? It’s because they’ve never actually crossed Emily Berns. If they really had, they’d know how severe the consequences of offending Emily Berns could be.

At this moment, Emily Lopez pulled James Brown and whispered, "Our Principal Wilson is out now. Let’s go over."

At this moment, James really wanted to run away. His martial abilities were superior, and there weren’t many who could be his match. However, James wasn’t fearless of everyone. There were a few who he regarded with dread, and Emily Berns was clearly one of them. He really didn’t want to see her right now, but Emily Lopez was holding his hand tightly, leaving him no chance to escape.

Besides, the door had already been closed. Trying to leave now would be quite an effort, which made James even more troubled.

But on second thought, he hadn’t seen Emily Berns in over three years. Whether she would remember him was uncertain. Moreover, with so many people here, it should not be difficult to avoid Emily Berns’ gaze as long as he was cautious.

A small stage had been set up in the yard. Nathaniel Johnson had already taken the stage, holding a microphone. He was a man in his fifties, dressed in a simple T-shirt and flowery shorts, which somehow made him look quite youthful.

James Brown had not known Nathaniel Johnson before, but Qiao Ya did have a good relationship with him. However, from what Emily Lopez told him, James knew that this guy was no simple character. He owned several large companies, with assets worth at least a billion.

Among them, a film and television company was the most famous. Many popular stars were from his company.

His art school was intended to train talent for his film and television company, and he appointed himself as the Principal.

At this point, Nathaniel Johnson cleared his throat and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I am really happy to have everyone here today. We have my friends, my students, and the faculty from our YODC City School. Today, let’s eat, drink, and be merry to our heart’s content. Otherwise, you’d be snubbing me, Nathaniel Johnson."

The crowd burst into laughter, and Nathaniel Johnson also laughed, saying, "Actually, the main purpose today is to introduce my son to everyone. Here’s my son, Michael Carter, just graduated from Oxford University. He will join my company and gradually take over my position. I hope everyone will support Michael just as you’ve supported me."

Emily Lopez and the others didn’t think much of it, but those big stars were greatly shaken. It is well known that the heirs of wealthy families normally wait until their fathers are in their seventies and unable to work before they truly take over. However, Nathaniel Johnson was still in his prime and he was already transferring the heavy responsibilities to his son, which indeed required great courage.

"Now, let me let my son say a few words." Nathaniel Johnson handed the microphone to Michael Carter.

Michael Carter was twenty-eight that year, around six feet tall, and slightly skinny. He wore a pair of gold-rimmed glasses, which gave him an imposing, rather than scholarly appearance. He cleared his throat and said, "Hello everyone, I’m Michael Carter. I’ve just graduated from college and my father has entrusted me with such a heavy burden, which makes me quite apprehensive, fearing that I won’t perform as well as my father has."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "But I believe that with my father’s excellent genes and my efforts, I will not perform worse than him. Of course, what’s most important is that I hope everyone will support me just as you have supported my father."

The audience applauded eagerly, showing their support for Michael Carter.

"Michael Carter is so handsome," Emily Smith said, while clutching her chest in a swooning fashion.

Emily Lopez chuckled lightly and said, "Then go for it. He’s going to be our Principal. You might have a chance."

Emily Smith immediately forced a smile and said, "I’m just kidding. Look at all the stars in front, I don’t stand a chance."

At that moment, Michael Carter announced on stage, "The party tonight officially starts now!" and music began to play.

The people in front immediately paired up and started dancing. Emily Lopez also pulled James Brown, saying with a beaming smile, "Brother-in-law, let’s dance too."

James Brown met Emily Lopez’s expectant gaze, and of course, he couldn’t refuse her. Smiling, he wrapped one arm around Emily Lopez’s waist, and took Emily Lopez’s hand with the other.

Emily Lopez immediately gave a sweet smile and placed her other hand on James Brown’s shoulder, and the two already began dancing in sync to the music.

"Brother-in-law, I thought you were going to say you couldn’t dance."

"I’ve learned before, and it seems I haven’t forgotten." Not only could James Brown dance, but he also danced quite well. In the past, attending various social events was a common part of his missions. If he couldn’t even dance, it would have been much harder to disguise his identity.

After a short while, James Brown noticed that Emily Berns, who was dancing nearby, was getting very close to him, so he quickly turned his back to Emily Berns and led Emily Lopez away from her as they danced.

His movement was seamless; Emily Lopez didn’t notice, and Emily Berns didn’t see him at all, which allowed James Brown to breathe a sigh of relief.

Suddenly feeling a weight on his shoulder, he realized that Emily Lopez had placed her head on his shoulder and let go of his hand, instead holding on to his waist.

James Brown, therefore, had no choice but to wrap his arms around Emily Lopez’s waist.

Normally, dancing wouldn’t be considered intimate, but this posture was indeed very much so. Emily Lopez’s upper body was pressed against James Brown’s, prompting him to ask somewhat awkwardly, "Emily, are you tired?"

However, Emily Lopez didn’t take the hint James Brown was giving and looked up at him with a beaming smile, "I’m not tired at all. I just like dancing with my brother-in-law like this."

"Emily, isn’t this a bit..." James Brown didn’t know which word to use to express his thoughts.

Narrowing her eyes, Emily Lopez spoke sweetly and seductively, "Is it too intimate for you?"

"It seems like it..."

"Hee hee, don’t forget, you are my boyfriend today. How can it work if you’re not close to me?"

"But does it have to be like this?" James Brown swallowed with difficulty.

"Just imagine I’m my sister. You normally treat my sister a certain way, so just treat me the same way. Then you won’t feel uncomfortable. At least in terms of appearance, there’s no difference between me and my sister, so it shouldn’t be too hard for you, right?"

James Brown’s face turned a greenish hue as he looked at Emily Lopez. Indeed, he could see Gina Lopez in her—they were literally one and the same. But emotionally, it was truly difficult for him to treat Emily Lopez as Gina Lopez. Besides, he and Gina Lopez were now truly husband and wife, entitled to do whatever they wanted—is it even conceivable to do whatever he wanted with Emily Lopez?

"Brother-in-law... you’re so naughty," Emily Lopez moved even closer to James Brown at this point, her breath becoming hot as she exhaled, and her eyes were watery and filled with a seductive charm.

At this moment, James Brown was the epitome of embarrassment as he felt his body react to Emily Lopez.

James Brown quickly tried to step back to avoid further contact with Emily Lopez, meanwhile forcing a smile, "I’m really sorry, Emily."

To his surprise, Emily Lopez then pressed her body forward and with seductive eyes whispered, "It doesn’t matter. Can you see me as my sister only when you’re like this? If you had no reaction at all, I’d actually feel like I’m a failure."

"Emily, please spare me," James Brown tried to back away again, but Emily Lopez’s arm around his waist was now holding on with more force, making it impossible for him to move.

"It’s fine, we’re just dancing." Emily Lopez then buried her face in James Brown’s shoulder and gently rocked her body.

But at that moment, the music stopped and the dance ended. Everyone had already dispersed, and James Brown quickly let go of Emily Lopez, "Emily, I think I’ll go have a smoke."

Only then did Emily Lopez let go of James Brown, squinting her eyes as she hooked her arm through his, "Sure, I’ll join you."

James Brown hastily walked to the side, but Emily Lopez gave him a glance and suddenly giggled, causing James Brown to look down, and his face turned uglier than a liver. Never in his life, in front of a woman, had he felt so embarrassed.