Chapter 057

Renee accepted the heavy trophy, her expression blank, as she gazed out at the audience. It felt like an invisible hand was clutching her throat, suffocating her, and reminding her of the challenge of escaping a predetermined fate—especially when facing an opponent with powerful support.

But in the next moment, she tightened her grip on the trophy. In her past life, she hadn't even qualified to compete, but now she held a trophy that threatened Annie's victory. Finally, the cursed fate that had haunted her was starting to shift.

One day, her desired path would align with her destiny.

Renee lifted her head and smiled at the audience, especially at the owner of those dark eyes—Carl Grey.

No one could bring her down anymore, unless... she fell on her own.

In the audience, Jackson approached Carl and leaned in to report quietly, "Mr. Grey, it's done."

"Good."

Carl picked up his teacup, locking eyes with Renee, narrowing his gaze to hide his displeasure. Her dazzling smile under the