The CEO's Reality Show Romance

Chapter 1

Benjamin Baxter was an influential and powerful business tycoon, often too busy to entertain interview requests. Yet, he had suddenly appeared on a little-known reality TV show, making a bold declaration.

"I came here just for one person."

The ambiguous response from the rising young actress, Margo, sent the internet into a frenzy.

"A bold CEO openly pursuing love! I ship this couple."

"Mutual attraction is in the air; I sense something unusual."

"The couple confirmed it themselves, this couple is totally shippable!"

What they didn't know was that Benjamin had practically begged me to join the show.

"We all know Mr. Baxter is quite low-key. Could you share with the audience why you decided to appear on the show?" the host asked.

Benjamin, accustomed to grand occasions, looked completely at ease, as if he were at home. He even crossed his legs.

"Yes, I came here just for one person."

The show was being broadcast live, and I noticed a flurry of live chat shipping the couple.

"A bold CEO openly pursuing love! I ship this couple."

"Isn't Margo quite popular these days? She's also on this show. Could it be for her?"

"A cold man earnestly seeking love, this is worth shipping."

Margo clearly saw the live chat too. She gave Benjamin a coy, flirtatious glance before hastily adding, "Everyone, please don't make wild guesses. This is a legitimate travel show, not a dating show."

The live chat exploded again.

"Mutual attraction is in the air; I sense something unusual."

"The couple confirmed it themselves, this couple is totally shippable!"

"A rising young actress and a cold, domineering CEO-what a thrilling combination!"

Benjamin suddenly turned his head towards me. Panicking, I picked up a fan and pretended to fan myself, avoiding his gaze.

Last time, I got burned on social media just for posting a photo with my brother, accused of chasing clout. I couldn't afford to be accused of seducing Benjamin this time, or worse, be rumored to be his sugar baby.

Benjamin's gaze then shifted to Margo. "Don't worry, I didn't come for you either."

I couldn't help but laugh, but the next second, I froze. There were only two female guests on the show; his words made it even more obvious!

At home, we had agreed to pretend not to know each other, but Benjamin had gone back on his word.

During the game segment, Benjamin and I ended up on the same team no matter what. I asked him how it could be such a coincidence.

He looked at me as if I were an idiot and said indifferently, "Because I sponsored the show."

When he wore casual clothes, I often forgot that Benjamin was a powerful business magnate. Even a small show had to cater to him like royalty.

That evening, Benjamin left as he had only signed up for one episode. Just as he stepped out of the door, he messaged me.

"I'm staying at the Crown Hotel tonight, 23rd floor."

I quickly replied, "Oh, I'm not coming."

"Fine, then I'll start a Twitter account and announce that you're my girlfriend."

What? Capitalists have some deep tricks up their sleeves.

Fully disguised, I sneakily knocked on Benjamin's hotel room door. He opened it, fresh out of the shower, with his hair still dripping.

"You're right on time, not bad."

I took a shower too, and when I came out, he was in the middle of a video conference. As soon as I approached, he closed his laptop and started drying my hair.

The hum of the hairdryer buzzed in my ears, making me drowsy, but I heard Benjamin sigh.

"I have to go away for half a month to discuss an acquisition."

I had a bad feeling. He usually didn't tell me these things. Sure enough, the next second, he played a trick on me.