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

stunning, Sylvia. Even as a straight woman, I'm falling for you." "Sylvia, you've got

Sylvia. We

coat and headed out. Her roommates had wished to accompany her to the

with their encouragement, Sylvia

later, Sylvia arrived at

who was a renowned jewelry designer nationwide, her studio famous

the knowledge they acquired would be abundant compared with the common internship. That was

a diamond-studded white gown, stood beside Rupert who was tall and dignified, looking every bit the

played absentmindedly with the ruby ring, his demeanor cool yet imposing, making him look charming and

match, drawing ceaseless flashes from the cameras around

gaze found

off guard, Sylvia thought he would restrain himself given numerous people

of the possibility that the reporters might notice. Was he