Let Me Stay The Night

“If I go on stage without any makeup, I’ll rant on Twitter about how irresponsible you were so my fans can criticize you.” Francis crossed his arms and hummed gleefully.

“Hah I didn’t ask you to wait for me, anyway While saying that. Christina cleaned her hands with a wet wipe and began applying skincare products on Francis face.

Pre-makeup skincare routines were a vital step. They could even affect the outcome of the touch-ups.

After inspecting his face meticulously, Christina realized he had amazing skin. Unlike normal people, he did not have uneven skin tones.

When she had finished applying the foundation on his face, she instructed, “Wait here.”

Putting down the applicator, she cleaned her hands again with another wet wipe before picking out his outfit.

An artist’s outfit was usually borrowed, but in the case of well-known celebrities like Francis, the brands would naturally sponsor the celebrities’ clothes upon learning about their attendance at the event.

It did not matter whether the clothes were used, but the brand would get free advertisement if the celebrities wore them.

Christina picked a suit, a white shirt, and two royal blue pins. A simple outfit would suffice for events like that.

“Why didn’t you bring something from the studio? I can wear them if they’re suitable.”

Francis sat with his legs crossed, casually staring at Christina’s back as she worked.

Her comportment was naturally graceful. In fact, her back alone exuded an elegant poise.

“We don’t have any male outfits in stock. Besides, we don’t have your sizes,” Christina pointed out as she compared two shirts of different styles with the suit.

“I’ll go to your office to get one made when I’m free,” said Francis plainly.

Christina merely tried to match the outfits instead of answering him.

When she was happy with her choice of clothing, she set them aside and continued putting on the setting. powder for Francis.

“Why do you need to wait for so long before putting on the powder?” asked Francis, trying to find common ground.

Their scents were apparent to one another, considering how close they were to each other. “That’s because I’m waiting for the foundation to set. It’s a little trick I use. After that, I’ll apply the powder before your face secrets any oil. That way, the foundation will stay. Most makeup artists don’t know this trick.”

Christina felt a little proud to share her secret.

smile, Francis, too,

and his gaze was fixed on the red mark

how hard

like daggers that slashed at Francis’ heart. It ached terribly,

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the applicator before he ended

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to his nose, leaving him panting even after coughing several times. “Are

up. Don’t you dare bring up my relationship with Nathaniel in public places like this.” Christina threw him a glare to make her

and stared intently at her flawless face. “All right.

her hand to continue putting on his makeup, completely unaware of

she treat Francis

not believe

she saw, Penelope saved the pictures she secretly took so she

but he has many admirers. His precious fans would never tolerate someone bullying their dream man. Looks

evil smirk crept to Penelope’s lips as she stared at

who sat on Francis’ lap without hesitation. “Fran, I didn’t know you were attending the banquet. Why

was busy,” Francis answered

away, but his gaze was fixed on Christina, languidly observing

lipstick on him using her finger, for it gave the best result. Hence, Francis could feel the

much the celebrity rambled. Francis did not register a single word. Instead, his

done with his makeup. “It’s done. I’ll get going now.”

to stay to fix my makeup?” Francis’ pupils constricted to express his dismay.

up. Don’t worry. Penelope will be here,” said Christina while

her hand again. “The banquet will end early tonight. Why don’t

out and celebrate

I need to go home to attend to

hand and continued

turning him down again

made five disrespectful gestures and gave him three eye-rolls in just two hours! More

sensed an uncomfortable feeling at her back. As she turned around, she met the