Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

First Love Novel 38

Chapter 38

“Fine!” Dexter shot Angela a cold glance before leaving.

As soon as he left, Shelley immediately dropped the act.

“Angela, I really don't get why you even bothered showing up. You knew you'd be humiliated, yet you still came here. I've got to admit that you've got guts. It almost makes

me respect you.

“Alright, let's go. The ceremony's about to start." Elena tugged at Shelley's arm to stop her from saying anything further.

Throughout it all, Angela remained calm and collected. She knew exactly what she was there for the rest didn't matter to her.

"I heard the first prize is already decided. Apparently, the winner has some connection with Mr. Bamford, the organizer. She's trained under a famous designer," one whispered.

"Well, then we're just competing for the honorable mentions, I guess. At least we're all top designers at big companies. But what's Angela even doing here?”

numbers. Who knows what she's trying to do? How could

murmurs cut through the air. Even though Angela was sitting in the farthest corner, she

row, stealing a quick glance at

a quiet confidence, as if she already knew she was

tightened. She pretended to withdraw her gaze indifferently. She was sur that

everyone! It's time for the moment of truth. Get ready to witness a miracle.

host, Benton Bradley, spoke, the

plunged into darkness. Spotlights began to flicker unpredictably, as though waiting for the moment they would settle on

breath. The only sound was the

She silently prayed, hoping

place. Just a third-place finish would be enough to secure

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Chapter 38

five million dollars.

a brilliant beam of light

Her mind went blank. She couldn't even comprehend

is... Ms. Angela Graham!" Benton announced with

of simulated fireworks filled the air, and the atmosphere instantly reached a