“Kristel, should I repeat my words for you to understand? Every hotel in this city is fully booked because of Fashion Week and Design Competition. As a representative of my company, don’t you have an obligation to treat me well being your boss?”Kristel was surprised and thought, ‘Is this a joke?’She felt ridiculous just listening to this nonsense. She snorted and slapped her forehead.Kristel was still in the phase of having mood swings, and right now, she was exhausted and starving. Honestly, she wanted to explode in annoyance, but her ex-husband was such a nuisance!Kristel pursed her lips and looked at Galvin coldly.“Mr. Hudson, I think you have forgotten something. We may have collaborated on a project, but I apologize for sharing my opinion. It is not my problem if your secretaries are so incompetent for not securing you in a hotel room. Aren’t your people who you should pester now?”Galvin didn’t retort, but he only stared at her, emotionless.Kristel wished she could slam th
PARIS DESIGN COMPETITIONKristel walked up early the following morning and proceeded to the hotel function hall, where the preliminary competition was held. She joined the other contestants for the briefing while they had breakfast there.The function hall was grand, and everyone couldn’t help but admire the beautiful interior, especially the ceiling — one couldn’t ignore the inexplicable feelings lingering in their chest looking at the majestic art.France is a home of many exceptional talents when it comes to arts and creativity.Numerous times, these pieces of work have inspired the competition, and many have guessed that it will be the same this year.Many contestants took pictures and flaunted their participation in a design competition on their livestream.However, Kristel remained seated and quietly had her breakfast while she observed the crowd with interest. Several famous designers she recognized also joined this year’s Design Competition, and this caused her to worry a litt
Among the models present in this year’s design competition, Lorraine perfectly showcased the dress.Kristel took some inspiration from the Renaissance era while creating the wedding dress. However, she didn’t stick to the plain skirt but made it ruffled. She also attached a puff-layered cape in its sleeves.“The person who came up with this design is a genius!”“I concurred! I’m beyond words to describe how brilliant it is!”A round of applause echoed below the runway. Lorraine smiled sweetly. She acted as if it was her wedding day; thus, she must show the look of a person in love with her soon-to-be husband.When Lorraine reached the edge of the runway, she twirled three times for the skirt to flutter.After that, she stayed on the stage, taking her time untying something around her skirt, and then, she suddenly raised her arms above her head, revealing the short skirt underneath as an inner skirt that flaunted her perfect curves and long legs.Then, everyone watched Lorraine with an
“Congratulations to our top ten finalists! Now, I’ll name the five finalists…”The hosts first announced the five finalists, followed by another four designers. It’s just a matter of seconds to declare the last designer qualified to move to the next round, but the host paused to build suspense.Indeed. It was an effective trick to liven up the crowd. The guests murmured, sharing thoughts about who would complete the ten finalists. They then filled the hall with hushed conversations when their favorite gown was not selected.“What’s going on? Why doesn’t Lorraine’s gown have a spot for the next round?”“It was the most stunning gown tonight. I don’t believe it didn’t win. The host had just named nine designers, so maybe it will be revealed soon.”“You’re right! We better wait. Maybe they just chose to mention that designers last for more thrill!”
After over half an hour of a deafening trip, Kristel and Galvin have finally arrived at the farm on the outskirts of Paris.Being a city girl, she only visited and stayed in the countryside occasionally, such as summer days.And today, she was grateful that the theme for the next round is a wedding dress that is fit for a farm style.Thus, she must seek inspiration from the farm to enter the next round."We've arrived," Galvin announced."I could see that. Anyway, you don't need to follow me, Mr. Hudson. You can rest in the car.""What did you say?"Kristel gets out of the car without waiting for Galvin to open the door for her rather than wasting her time replying to him.Seeing how snub she is, the latter was left gloomily when the former still gave him a cold shoulder.Kristel, carrying her bag with her drawing materials, walked to the chateau, and an old steward greeted her.“Bonjour, mademoiselle! My na
Kristel placed her hand on Galvin’s broad chest, pushing him to no avail.Instead, Galvin gathered her wrists and pinned them above her head. He used his body to prevent her from struggling. Despite the difference in their strength, Kristel put up a fight. However, he didn’t let her free from his grasp.“Galvin!” Kristel screamed. Feeling conflicted, she couldn’t control the beat in her heart when Galvin’s lips brushed her ear and the side of her face while his hands explored her body. “What are you doing? Let me go! Hmmm…”All the words that formed in her tongue could not be expressed but disappeared without a trace under his passionate kiss.His lips are like wine, intoxicating and addicting, while he thinks of hers like honey: sweet and delicious. He wants more. He wants to devour her right there, at that very moment.She felt like he was sucking her strength. He didn’t allow her to pr
“Galvin, what is the meaning of this?”The person, none other than Fiona, asked with tears in her eyes and an accusing tone. Galvin was taken aback for a moment but then heaved a long sigh.Kristel, who heard this, looked at the man with anticipation of his reply to Fiona. She tried to read the emotion flashing in his eyes but could not fathom it.She honestly hoped that Galvin would choose her. She still has this stupid desire in her heart, thinking she can love Galvin more than Fiona, who does nothing but betray him.Fiona has never been faithful to Galvin. All Fiona did is to become the center of attention. And because she is the most popular girl in the Academy, it is a man’s pride to have such a girl by his side, and Galvin is the most outstanding male student in that same school.Everyone would tell them how perfect a couple they were and the two were a match made in heaven.Every male and female had that jealousy in
Fiona’s mouth agape. For a moment, she stared at her phone screen blankly. She already posted the photos she snapped of her and Galvin. Thus, she was debating whether to delete it before everyone saw it.But with the wicked thought brewing in her head, she just let it become public, hoping it would reach Kristel; thus, she would think Galvin chose her.Therefore, she must stop the illusion of getting back together with him.“Galvin...”“I said I am driving Fiona.”There’s firmness in his voice this time. Fiona’s persistence somehow disgusts him.On the contrary, it didn’t make Fiona happy when he kept rejecting her attempts to seduce him. Even so, the woman fails to notice his disgust.“You can continue driving while I can give you a head... How’s that?”Fiona smiled sweetly, ignoring the warning in Galvin’s tone.Galvin, on the other hand, felt disg