Just like Amelia said, the competition attracted many applicants due to Nolan Enterprise’s influence.In just a few days, the first preliminary round was over. All the contestants who were eliminated sighed in dejection. They missed a good job opportunity, and didn’t get to meet the Nolans’ heiress.Jenson took the list and reported the results of the preliminary round to Melody. "Only two contestants show great potential. The rest are relatively ordinary."He pointed at the list. "Janice Langly and Queta Conrad. The judges thought they were better than the rest."There were photos of the two of them on the contestant profiles. Both women wore standard polite smiles. Janice had a round face and round eyes, delicate and dignified. Queta was also good-looking, but for some reason, Melody felt uncomfortable looking at her eyes.She wasn’t sure whether it was a lighting problem during the shooting, but she felt that Queta’s eyes were a little impure."Alright, proceed with your work.
Melody commented, "There are some minor errors in her work."Paula was willing to hear her out, but Queta was displeased. Her expression changed immediately, and she demanded, "What errors?"Melody pointed at her work, and said loudly, "The colors used are bright and appropriate, but they can be improved. Most importantly, the technique used for the little girl’s eyes is quite inappropriate. The ordering technique is more suitable to show the purity in her eyes, as compared to the picking technique.”When Dexter heard that, he looked closer, and nodded. Melody’s words seemed to make sense.Queta was unhappy. The judges were originally praising her—Melody's actions were clearly a disgrace to her!"No way!" Quetta strode forward angrily. She stared straight at Melody, and sneered, "Miss, you’re the host, not the judge. You may be good at planning an event, but silk hand embroidery isn’t your thing. My advice, don’t pretend to be an expert!"As soon as she said that, everyone's eyes
Melody was ready to bring this little incident to a close. She cleared her throat, and signaled for everyone to quiet down. "Ladies and gentlemen, I represent the organizers in planning this competition. Naturally, I must consider their reputation. You all came a long way to participate in this event, and our gathering is a stroke of fate. I hope we can respect each other and make the competition proceed smoothly."Her words were articulate and polite, earning the admiration of those present.Queta gnashed her teeth in frustration, glaring fiercely at Melody from a place where nobody noticed. She knew there was an underlying message in Melody’s words, which implied that she was being too arrogant.The judges continued with their comments. "This stitching technique is too ordinary, this color scheme is too flashy... But this one, the concept is clever."The work being referred to didn't directly depict a scene of a reunion of people, but instead portrayed a few pairs of hands
Without waiting for Sophia to inquire further, the waiter arrived with their dishes. Melody first served a spoonful of bamboo shoots to Sophia. "These bamboo shoots look fresh and crisp. Try them."Indeed, the taste was refreshing and delightful. Sophia's eyes widened slightly, and she exclaimed, "These are fantastic! They’re nothing like the dried or canned bamboo shoots I've had before. They’re exceptionally fresh and sweet."Melody smoothly continued the conversation. "If I had known you liked these, I should’ve brought two baskets when I visited you. But it's not too late. This time, I'll make sure you eat your fill."Sophia chuckled. "Haha, I can only take a few bites before my belly becomes round!"The two engaged in a lively conversation, laughing and chatting, creating a warm atmosphere that made them seem like close family.Christopher focused on Melody's delicate eyes, and noticed that she seemed to keep her emotions hidden. Though they were so close, he felt as if the
Still, it was Melody who took the stage to speak. "All of you who have come this far are the elites of the silk hand embroidery world. Regardless of the final results, your abilities are recognized by everyone."The rules for the final round of this competition are quite simple. No specific theme, no restrictions on embroidery techniques. Based on your experiences in the competition over the past few days, create a unique piece of work within a two-day time limit."Each of your submitted works will be stored by the staff and locked in personal lockers. The exhibition and evaluation will take place the following day."After hearing the rules for this round, the contestants returned to the backstage resting room, each lost in thought.Janice silently nodded, jotting down everything Melody had said in her notebook. Her friends huddled around her, and one of them remarked, "Janice, you're so diligent.""Yeah, you're actually taking notes. No wonder the teacher praised your work for
The icy and stern look in Melody's eyes left Queta deeply alarmed. Melody's gaze was undoubtedly a warning to her!As the others left, Queta was left in a state of panic, her entire being in disarray.This scene was observed by the staff, who couldn't help but admire Melody.Melody was truly a master strategist. She had foreseen the potential trouble, and had purposely spread false information to lure the fish into the net.Her speed in investigating the truth was lightning fast. The hotel corridor's surveillance cameras had seemingly been hacked on the night in question, causing a malfunction. But when it came to the entire Bayridge, there wasn't a hacker who dared to challenge her.With her slender fingers flying across the keyboard, Melody quickly cracked the system. With access to high-definition surveillance footage, she had a clear view of the thief's appearance and physique.She immediately made a phone call. "Jenson, find out the identity of this person and bring him here
After being rebuked by Benjamin, Queta didn't dare to lose her temper again, despite feeling resentful. She asked skeptically, "Do you really have a way?"Benjamin sneered. "Of course! I've faced her in so many battles. This time, I’ll make sure she falls from grace!"She gritted her teeth, but had no choice but to trust him for now. She suppressed her anger, and said, "Alright, I'll follow your lead."—With Queta gone, the scene once again became filled with joy and laughter. Seeing the cheerful atmosphere, Melody proposed, "I know a restaurant with unique flavors and a great environment. Tonight, Nolan Enterprise will host a celebration banquet. Everyone is welcome to relax and enjoy.""Awesome! Thank you, Miss Nolan!""Miss Nolan, you’re beautiful and kind!"Several young girls surrounded Melody, praising her endlessly, making her laugh.The excellent dining location she mentioned was none other than the Cordon Grand Hotel. Although it didn't appear extravagant, it was sp
Melody went to the restroom to freshen up, and was led by a waiter to the hall on the first floor. The hall had also been reserved for private use, and it was filled with the clinking of glasses. Despite the relaxed conversations, the ambiance was refined, accompanied by the elegant sound of a cello. It wasn't too noisy.In a corner, Queta kept her head low, trying not to draw attention to herself. She furtively searched for something at the event. Eventually, her gaze fell upon that graceful and swaying figure.She saw Melody engaged in a cheerful conversation with a middle-aged man not too far away. She sneered inwardly, convinced that Melody was engaging in illicit dealings with the man.“Disgusting! Just wait until I expose your true colors!” she sneered in her mind.A young waiter carrying a tray of drinks passed by. She grabbed him, and pulled him into a nearby stairwell.The startled waiter exclaimed, "Ma'am! What are you doing?"She paid no attention to him and took a whi