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

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

that you consider it

that, she flipped 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

was surprised to find that all the attention was

did you see those online rumors this morning? They’re trying

the same industry. These baseless rumors will die down as quickly as they surfaced.

the belle of society. Her popularity will skyrocket once she returns from the

with these rumors?”

comments began pouring

selected today will be his companion. I wonder, will Lena be escorted by

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

please, don’t exaggerate. I’ve only met President Morgan once…

the

Morgan We

Lena?”

people in the country have had the privilege of meeting him. Why are

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and congratulations poured in from

but her concealed pride was unmistakable.

things up,

to catch a glimpse, only to be stopped by the cabin crew. Nevertheless, she managed to catch a side profile of Jeffrey Morgan. It was just a glimpse, but

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

Lena. Your cousin’s completed

mess with Lena, they vented their frustration on Melanie and

could a cripple represent the

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

it easy.”

feeling very relaxed right now,” Melanie