Chapter: 104

"You'll be attending the high-end jewelry show at Osewood. I've already secured a spot for you," he said.

Lilliana's heart sank, her lip caught between her teeth.

Her reputation was already in shambles, and participating would likely expose her to further embarrassment.

Miguel's plan seemed designed to turn her into an even greater spectacle.

"What? You don't want to?" Miguel prodded.

“I'll do it, Miguel. Just tell me, what exactly am I supposed to do there?"

Miguel's frustration was palpable. "Idiot. Must I spell out everything for you? Can't you take some initiative?"

With a strained chuckle, Lilliana attempted to mollify him. "I'm worried about messing things up. Could you give me a hint?"

Miguel paused, contemplating. "Aren't Alan really concerned about that Kaitlin? Oasis Jewelry will be participate in the jewelry show too. I don't expect you to outshine her professionally, so find another way to make her squirm!"

Lilliana's eyes sparkled with mischief, and she nodded eagerly.

Kaitlin was her sworn enemy, and any opportunity to unsettle her was a welcome challenge for Lilliana.

Pleased with her enthusiastic response, Miguel offered a few last- minute tips and then ended the call abruptly.

Lilliana rummaged through her old designs, tweaking and adjusting them.

As she refined her ideas, a scheme began to take shape in her mind.

On the day of the high-end jewelry show, each designer was required to take the stage and discuss the inspiration behind their creations.

Nora went first. Her theme centered around childhood friendships, and she shared a touching story about a long-lost friend, striking an emotional chord with the audience.

The event was streamed live, and the chat overflowed with messages praising Nora.

Her strong fanbase solidified her status as a promising new talent in the design world.

Quintin's presentation was set for the middle, and though the audience was a bit weary, they became alert when he took the stage.

His handsome face instantly brought the livestream chat back to life.

His theme Confession intrigued everyone.

Seizing the microphone, Quintin shared the origins of his inspiration.

"I stumbled upon the work of an enigmatic designer online, bursting with hope and a zest for life. Initially, I imagined her to be a joyful, optimistic individual. However, the more I got to know her, the more I realized that her life was quite the opposite."

In the crowd, Kaitlin tensed, sensing an uncomfortable familiarity in Quintin's narrative.