Villain MMORPG: Almighty Devil Emperor and His Seven Demonic Wives

Villain Ch 965. Fake Tears

Sophia looked up at him, her smile faltering slightly but not disappearing entirely. "Thanks," she replied, her voice soft. "But it's hard not to take it personally, you know? I thought… I thought I was doing the right thing, helping them, but it seems like no one cares."

INeedAHotGF shook his head, a small frown creasing his brow. "People are just pissed off about the loss. They're looking for someone to blame, and it's easier to point fingers at the person who's supposed to be the leader. But that's not fair to you. You did everything you could."

Sophia's smile became more fragile, but she quickly masked her internal thoughts with a look of appreciation. She knew this was her opportunity—an opening to solidify INeedAHotGF's loyalty to her. He was the only one who had taken her side genuinely, without any ulterior motives.

Unlike Liam and Darren, whom she had to manipulate and blackmail to ensure their cooperation, INeedAHotGF's support had always felt sincere. But sincerity alone wasn't enough; she needed him fully committed, unwavering in his allegiance to her.

"Thank you," she said softly, her voice carrying a note of vulnerability that she knew would resonate with him. She let her gaze drop, feigning a moment of insecurity. "It's just… I've always tried to do what's best for everyone. But lately, it feels like no matter what I do, it's never enough. I'm starting to wonder if I'm even cut out for this."

INeedAHotGF's frown deepened, and he stepped closer, his hand still resting on her shoulder. "Don't say that. You're one of the best players out there, and everyone knows it. They're just too caught up in their own frustrations to see it right now. But you can't let them shake you. You've got to stay strong."

Sophia looked up at him, her eyes shimmering as if she were on the verge of tears. "But what if they're right? What if I'm just not good enough? I try so hard, but it seems like I'm always letting people down."

INeedAHotGF's expression softened, his protective instincts kicking in. He shook his head vehemently. "You're more than good enough. You're the reason a lot of us keep fighting. Without you, this group would fall apart. Don't let a few setbacks make you doubt yourself."

Sophia allowed a single tear to escape, letting it trace a slow path down her cheek, knowing it would evoke the response she needed. She looked up at INeedAHotGF with eyes filled with a carefully curated mixture of vulnerability and sadness. "I don't know what I'd do without you," she whispered, her voice trembling just enough to sound genuine. "You're one of the few people who really believes in me.

I mean... Elio doesn't even trust me anymore," she added, her tone growing softer, more sorrowful.

The mention of Elio was a calculated move. Sophia knew how to play her cards, and this was one that she hoped would hit the right note. Elio had once been her ally, someone who supported her decisions, but their relationship had shattered apart. By bringing him into the conversation, she subtly reminded INeedAHotGF of how much she had lost, and how much she needed someone to stand by her.

INeedAHotGF's expression darkened at her words, a flash of anger crossing his features. "Elio doesn't know what he's talking about," he said firmly, his voice edged with frustration. "He's so caught up in trying to be the perfect leader that he's forgotten how important you are to the team. If he can't see that, then that's his problem, not yours."

Sophia let out a small, shaky sigh, as if the burden of it all was just too much to bear. "It just hurts, you know? To think that someone I thought was a friend, someone I trusted, could just turn on me like that. I've always tried to do what's best for the group, but now… I'm not sure who I can rely on." Find exclusive stories on My Virtual Library Empire

INeedAHotGF shook his head, stepping closer to her, his hand gently wiping away the tear on her cheek. "You can rely on me," he said with quiet intensity. "I'll always have your back, Sophia. You don't have to do this alone."

She looked up at him, her eyes wide, brimming with unshed tears. "But what if they all turn against me? What if Elio convinces the others that I'm not worth trusting? I don't want to lose everything I've worked so hard to build."

He frowned, his protective instincts flaring up even more. "They won't. I won't let them. And even if they try, I'll be right there with you, every step of the way. You're not going to lose anything, because I won't let it happen."

His words were exactly what Sophia needed to hear, exactly what she had hoped to draw out of him. INeedAHotGF was sincere in his loyalty, and she could see the determination in his eyes. He would defend her, protect her, and, most importantly, support her decisions without question.

She reached up and placed her hand over his, which was still resting on her cheek. "You don't know how much that means to me," she said, her voice thick with emotion. "You're the only one I can trust right now. Knowing you're with me… it makes all of this a little easier to bear."

He nodded, his expression softening into a reassuring smile. "We're a team. You and me, we'll get through this together. Don't let anyone make you doubt yourself. You're stronger than you think, and you're not alone."

Sophia smiled through her tears, her heart swelling with satisfaction. She had him exactly where she wanted him, fully committed and ready to stand by her side no matter what.

Near them, Liam and Darren sat side by side, their backs leaning against a sturdy wall as they nursed their potions. The scene between Sophia and INeedAHotGF was impossible to ignore, and it left a bitter taste in their mouths. Darren took a long swig from his potion, the liquid cool against his throat, but it did nothing to wash away the resentment he felt.