Chapter 4:

IS IT TRUE?: GAME CORPORATION'S PRESIDENT TO MARRY UNKNOWN WOMAN?

KAIBA CORP. CEO TO MARRY IN JULY.

WHO IS SHE? WHERE DOES SHE COME FROM?: THE WOMAN WHO SNAGGED PROMINATE BUSINESS CONGLOMERATE.

KAIBA CORPORATIONS PRESIDENT SETO KAIBA TO HAVE SUMMER WEDDING.

REAL CINDERELLA STORY IN DOMINO? WEDDING DRESS SENT FROM PARIS.

WHO IS SHE?, WHO IS SHE?, WHO IS SHE?...

Seto Kaiba read and re-read the headlines that dotted his home office desk. The bold large print could be found at the top of every newspaper in Domino.

Once the engagement had been announced, the media raced from their cubicles to eagerly snap a photo of the CEO's surprise fiancé. The fact that no one was made aware that the young president had a fiancé caused much disrupt from fellow corporations. Angry phone-calls flooded Seto's answering service, demanding explanations; Where she was from, who her father was, what business she was in, the idea that he [Seto] would take a fiancé without the courtesy of notification, were the usual complaints.

Seto inhaled deeply as he finished reading the latest publication: DAUGHTER OF JOHNSON & CO. ATTEMPS SUICIDE OVER KAIBA ENGAGEMENT.

As Seto set the paper down, the phone rang. Pinching the bridge of his nose, the CEO extended his arm and pressed Speaker Phone.

"What is it?" Was his gruff inquiry.

Laughter floated through the mesh speakers. "Is that any way to greet your future wife, Mr. Kaiba?" Olivia's voice held mock insult. The blue-eyed man could feel her smirking through the intercom.

Seto closed his eyes in fatigue. He had been sitting in the same position for four hours and his back began to ache.

"Until vows are said, I will talk to you any way I like."

"Wow, someone's in a foul mood. I suppose it isn't because of today's news?" Olivia settled back on her couch and shuffled the paper to the front page. The crinkling of the pages made Seto growl low in his throat. Once the headlines were situated, Olivia cleared her throat and assumed a fux-broadcaster's voice.

"Today, police investigators discovered the unconscious body of Sylvia Johnson in her father's home. Sylvia, the daughter of business owner Lawrence Johnson, is presumed to have attempted suicide upon hearing the news of the engagement of Kaiba Corporations' Seto Kaiba. Reports indicate that Mr. Kaiba and Mr. Johnson spoke of the latter's marriage arraignments just two months ago while attending Mr. Kaiba's annual Christmas Party. Blah, Blah, Blah, so on and so forth. Doctors have assured the family that Sylvia will make a full recovery."

Olivia meticulously folded the paper and dropped it onto the floor. "To think that I will be marrying the man whom women commit suicide for. I feel so honored."

She reached down to her coffee table picking up her Cabernet Sauvignon. " I must admit Mr. Kaiba that I feel quite excited about all this."

"First of all, she attempted suicide." Seto stated trying to hide the small grin that formed from Olivia's entertaining imitation.

"My apologies. Did I offend you with my little act? Your voice sounds tense." Olivia swallowed another sip of wine.

"Not exactly." Seto still held back his smile.

"Hmmmm, though I have to say, I'm not sure how I feel with the fact that you were making marriage deals with her father. Should I be concerned?" Olivia said with partial interest.

"Pay that no mind. Her father lives in a perpetual fantasy." Seto said leaning his head to the right to crack his neck.

"I also saw that the wedding will be in July." She continued slinking down onto the cold leather cushions.

"Does that bother you?" Seto asked relieved when his neck gave a satisfying snap.

"Not at all. I always dreamed of a summer wedding," Olivia said while inspecting her fingernails. "So, when do I get my ring?"

Seto snapped his eyes open. He completely forgot about an engagement ring. With all of this hype from the press, if he were to be seen with Olivia without a ring on her finger, the media would scandalize his reputation. The media….an evil smile wound its way onto his face. Why not have some fun with this whole thing. Picking up the receiver, Seto spoke his devilish idea knowing full well that she would comply.

"What would you say to an outing with me?"

Olivia heard the change of his tone and laughed. "I do say! Éclatant is my favorite jewelry store. I should warn you Mr. Kaiba, that I have very expensive taste."

Seto himself chuckled. As much as he might admit, he was beginning to rather like Olivia. For Seto to take a liking to a stranger was a rare thing. Normally he kept most people at a distance, never getting close to anyone. But with this Olivia woman, it was different. He like her personality at the Christmas Party and he admired the way she remained indifferent to him. She desired her independence, privacy, and money. So, it was simple for him to do. They proved to be very similar.

"I'm aware. That car of yours speaks for itself. My driver will pick you up at 11 tomorrow. What is your-,"

"No. I'll drive to your place. I must keep a few of my secrets. And plus, I know how much you love seeing my prized possession. Being there at your home, I hope the press doesn't get the wrong idea and think the Ferrari is your fiancé and not me." Olivia teased.

Seto did not have the energy to pry or retort to her taunting and so agreed. He gave her his address and the access code for the front gate.

"Perfect. I'll see you tomorrow, Mr. Kaiba."

"Don't be late."

Seto hung up before she could reply with any sharp remark. Ring shopping, he thought, This should be interesting.