I Became His Sweetheart by Bright Eyes

Chapter 16 Melanie Was Selected

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“That’s correct.” Jeffrey Morgan’s voice resonated in the room.

The statement finally put an end to Mr. Hans‘ need to impress. He adjusted his suit and thought. We might finally secure that investment from Morgan Group next quarter!‘

“Miss Melanie.”

At that moment, Jeffrey spoke again, addressing Melanie, “Prep yourself. You’ll be attending the International Socialites Gala with

representatives from Morgan Group.”

What?

Mr. Hans had initially nodded along but his smile had now frozen in place. He looked as if he had seen a ghost. Mr. Hans stammered. “Mr.

Morgan, a–are you confirming your selection?”

Jeffrey’s voice turned cold, and he inquired, “What? Do you think I have poor judgment? Or that I’m blind?”

“N–no, I–I dare not…”

Mr. Hans trembled in fear, no longer concerned about his company’s growth. He was solely thinking about how to save his own skin.

The other judges in the room exchanged uncertain glances, realizing that not speaking up earlier had been a stroke of luck amid it all.

The talent show had been meticulously prepared for three months, with numerous applications and screenings. In the end, the contestant was selected just after the first audition, and she happened to be a person with a disability. The decision was unconventional, but it was undoubtedly something Jeffrey Morgan would come up with.

After Jeffrey, Melanie Jones was the calmest person in the exhibition hall. After all, she knew that she had secured Morgan Group’s trump

even before coming

people is lacking. Your business acumen

suggest that you consider

and made her exit. As she walked out, she noticed that Mr. Hans was trailing after Jeffrey Morgan with a dejected look on his face, likely trying to find a way to save his reputation.

was surprised to find that all the attention was still focused

those online rumors this morning? They’re trying

in the same industry. These baseless rumors will die down as quickly as they surfaced. Who would believe them?” She

society. Her popularity will skyrocket once she returns from the gala. Why

with these rumors?”

began pouring in.

be attending and that the one to be selected today will be his companion. I wonder, will Lena be escorted by Stephen, or will

Lena knew how to bounce back. She claimed that it was her connection with Jeffrey Morgan that led to a collaboration with Stephen, so she had yet to meet Stephen in person. She also hinted that Jeffrey was the one backing her, which instantly sparked a ton of

please, don’t exaggerate. I’ve only met President Morgan once… I might not even be

playing the

Morgan

Lena?”

Few people in the country have had the privilege of meeting him.

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poured in

nodded modestly, but her

things up,

Morgan Group was in the first–class cabin. She rushed over to catch a glimpse, only to be

and good looks, he must have impeccable taste. When Lena looked at the crowd around her, full of overdone makeup and vulgarity, she could not imagine why Jeffrey Morgan would be interested in them. The chosen beauty had to be her, especially with Bryan pulling the strings behind

my! Look, Lena. Your cousin’s completed her audition!”

gossip. Unable to mess with Lena, they vented their frustration on Melanie and exclaimed, “Look at that pale face! She must be

erupted, and someone said, “How could a cripple represent the entire Harbor City in the debutante ball!”

expression and walked over to Melanie. “Mel, the result doesn’t matter. Just relax and

it easy.”

relaxed right now,” Melanie