Villain MMORPG: Almighty Devil Emperor and His Seven Demonic Wives-Chapter 863 Secret Admirers

Villain Ch 863. Secret Admirers

Sophia's heart skipped a beat the moment her gaze locked onto Allen. She tried to mask her surprise and the rush of emotions that followed, but it was challenging. Something was undeniably different about Allen today. At first, she thought it might be his clothes. His gym outfit looked familiar yet different—perhaps a new brand?

It was certainly high-end, curving nicely around his toned body and muscles, making him look effortlessly attractive without seeming tacky or overexposed.

The material of his shirt hugged his torso in a way that highlighted his well-defined physique. His shorts were similarly flattering, hinting at the strength in his legs without being overt. Sophia couldn't help but notice the appreciative glances from other women who had just left the class with her. Their eyes lingered on Allen, their expressions a mix of admiration and interest.

A pang of jealousy shot through her. It seemed Allen could now attract attention without even trying, in the real world and in the game. In the past, Sophia had been the one who effortlessly commanded the room, her charm and confidence drawing people in. Seeing Allen in this new light made her feel a strange blend of pride and envy.

Sophia took a deep breath, steadying herself. She didn't want to be obvious, didn't want to reveal how much seeing him affected her. She had her own reputation to maintain, after all. But it was hard to ignore the way Allen seemed to radiate a quiet confidence.

Allen's gaze shifted away, deliberately looking in another direction. It was a clear signal that he was ignoring Sophia. This subtle gesture cut deeper than any harsh words could. Sophia's heart sank, and she bit her lip, trying to maintain her composure.

Around her, the low hum of whispers grew louder, and she could hear the girls from her class talking about Allen, their voices tinged with excitement and curiosity.

"Who is he?" one girl asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

"I don't know his name, but he's definitely hot," another replied, stealing a glance at Allen.

"I've seen him here often," a third chimed in. "He usually comes in the morning hours."

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"Yes, but he's never alone," a brunette added. "He's always with that other guy—his gym buddy, I think."

"That's Gerry," said a girl with a knowing look. "I overheard his name once. They seem really close."

"It's kind of intimidating," another girl admitted. "Approaching a guy at the gym can make you look... well, cheap."

"I think his name is Allen," one of them said, her voice carrying a hint of certainty. "I heard it from someone else."

Sophia's ears perked up at the sound of his name being discussed. She could feel the jealousy bubbling inside her, mixing with the bittersweet memories of their past.

"Allen?" a girl echoed, glancing over at him. "He's really focused. It's like he's in his own world."

"Yeah," another girl agreed. "No matter how much we try to get his attention—working out near him or whatever—he barely notices."

"I tried asking for help once," said a petite blonde. "But it was Gerry who came over, not Allen."

"Gerry seems to have more of a coach's instinct," someone noted. "He's always ready to help."

"Yeah, Gerry's great," another girl said. "But it's Allen who's more... intriguing." Explore stories on novelbuddy

Sophia's jealousy deepened. She had been the center of attention once, the one who effortlessly drew people in. Now, hearing how other women talked about Allen, she felt a pang of regret and longing.

"I've seen them both," a girl said, her voice dreamy. "But Allen has this quiet intensity. It's really attractive."

"Do you think he's single?" one girl wondered aloud, her eyes fixed on Allen.

"I don't know," another replied. "But he never flirts with anyone here."

Sophia clenched her fists, her mind racing. She remembered the days when Allen's attention had been solely on her. Now, it seemed he had moved on, and she was left to watch from the sidelines.

"I heard he's really dedicated to his workouts," a girl said. "It's like nothing else matters when he's here."

"That's true," someone else agreed. "He's always pushing himself, always focused."

"Maybe that's why he doesn't notice us," a girl said, her tone tinged with disappointment.

"Or maybe he's just not interested," another girl suggested.

Sophia couldn't take it anymore. She turned on her heel and walked towards the locker room, her heart heavy. The whispers and conversations followed her. A constant reminder of how much things had changed.

Once she reached the locker room, she leaned against the wall, taking deep breaths. The past two years without Allen had been hard, and seeing him now, so self-assured and surrounded by admirers, was almost too much to bear. She had been the one to end things, thinking it was for the best. But now, with Allen seemingly flourishing, she couldn't stand it.

Sophia took a deep breath, feeling the cool air fill her lungs, and then slowly exhaled, willing herself to calm down. Her mind was a tumult of emotions—regret, jealousy, frustration. She knew she needed to get a grip, to strategize her next move carefully. The last thing she wanted was to show any signs of hurt or vulnerability, especially in front of those girls who seemed so captivated by Allen.

Sophia straightened her posture and smoothed her ponytail, regaining some of her composure. She was well aware of the delicate social dynamics at play. Many of the girls in the gym were friends with Larissa, and Larissa had been spreading rumors about her being Allen's ex. If Sophia spoke poorly about Allen now, it would only confirm that the breakup still affected her.

She needed to maintain her influence and poise, even if it meant playing a different game.

'Wait... I might have to check other members out,' she thought. But first, she had to calm herself down.

She reached into her gym bag and pulled out her wallet, extracting a few coins. With a final deep breath to steady her nerves, she exited the locker room and headed toward the vending machine in the lobby.