Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 63

Naomi and Edwin were the kind of folks who couldn't keep a secret. So, when Sylvia decided not to tell them about her competition date, it was only to avoid any unnecessary pomp and circumstance. That left only one person, Warren Garcia.

Just yesterday, he had called her to wish her the best of luck. Little did she expect the surprise he had in store for her today.

Her roommates, unable to contain their excitement, opened the box that had arrived, which revealed a stunning lavender silk gown.

The bodice was adorned with hand-sewn beads, scattered in a seemingly random but perfectly balanced pattern, catching the light and shimmering softly.

Below the waist, the gown flowed into dual layers of the finest silk, one shade deeper than the other, casting an ethereal, dreamlike hue.

"Wow, this dress practically glows even under our dorm's crappy lights. Can you imagine what it would look like on stage? Absolutely dazzling!"

Her roommate's remarks amused Sylvia.

"Stop laughing and get changed now. We've got to do your makeup too."

...

later, Sylvia was being fawned over as if she were

for you." "Sylvia, you've got this. You're the top

Sylvia. We believe in

wished to accompany

encouragement, Sylvia

later, Sylvia

new designers competition, there was a judge who was a renowned jewelry designer nationwide, her studio famous both at home

winner got an internship in her studio, a golden ticket for any budding designer to leap into the high-end world of fashion and design, meaning that the knowledge they acquired would be abundant compared with the common internship.

Bridget and Rupert were the center of attention. Bridget, in a diamond-studded white gown,

yet imposing, making him look charming and dangerous. Crowded by the reporters around, Bridget

match, drawing

his gaze found Sylvia

he would

of the possibility that the reporters might notice. Was he out of