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

dress, she confidently stepped down from the stage and added with a hint of sarcasm. “Mr. Hans, your judgment in people is lacking. Your business acumen must be subpar, too. I’ve heard that you are

you consider

her hair and made her exit. As she walked out, she noticed that Mr. Hans was trailing after Jeffrey Morgan with a dejected look on his

that all

this morning? They’re trying to smear

rumors will die down as quickly as they surfaced. Who would believe them?” She adjusted her dress impatiently.

will skyrocket once she

with these rumors?”

comments began

one to be selected today will be his companion. I wonder, will Lena be

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,

only met President Morgan once… I might not even

blushed, playing the modest card.

President Morgan

Lena?”

had the privilege of meeting him. Why are

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congratulations poured in from all sides.

but her concealed

things up,

that the CEO of Morgan Group was in the first–class cabin. She rushed over to catch a glimpse, only to be stopped by the cabin crew. Nevertheless, she managed to catch a side profile of Jeffrey Morgan.

wealth 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

my! Look, Lena. Your

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

said, “How could a cripple represent

Lena put away her smug expression and walked over to Melanie. “Mel, the result doesn’t matter. Just

it easy.”

I’m feeling very relaxed right now,” Melanie replied with a