The changes were subtle at first.
A few curious glances. Lingering looks from girls who wouldn't have noticed me yesterday.
Natalie waved from across the cafeteria, and two more women smiled as I passed.
[Passive Charm Activated.]
The System's message sent a chill down my spine—but also excitement.
It was working.
But reality smacked me hard when I saw Layla Bennett.
The office goddess.
Black hair cascading down her back, heels clicking across the floor, eyes sharp and uninterested—as always.
But for the first time, her gaze flicked in my direction. Brief. Calculating.
[Upcoming Target: Layla Bennett. Mission details soon.]
I exhaled, pulse racing.
"Bring it on," I whispered to myself.
Game time.