Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 298 The Affair

The silence left Anton feeling a bit bewildered.

After saying that, Irene decisively hung up and returned her phone to the stand, adjusting the angle.

The competition was running smoothly.

Irene was not only excited about Violeta's performance but also genuinely appreciated the performances of the other competitors.

The talent at the Lotus Award was evident in both the stage design and choreography, making the competition fiercely competitive.

Sitting in the audience, Lucy also keenly observed the event. She was particularly interested in seeing Violeta perform and curious about her skills. Next to Lucy, Vivian had left her bag and coat on the seat.

Vivian had connections with the competition's organisers and asked Lucy to watch her belongings while she mingled.

Just then, a phone started ringing.

Lucy, thinking it was hers, reached into her pocket but realised it was not her phone that was ringing.

The noise was nearby. Lucy glanced around and finally settled her gaze on Vivian's bag.

The sound was emanating from Vivian's bag-she had accidentally left her phone behind.

The call went unanswered, so it was automatically disconnected.

Lucy shifted her gaze, acting as if she had not heard the sound.

her surprise, the phone started ringing

was bothering others. Reluctantly, she

husband on the line, Lucy answered the phone

you looking for Ms. Montclair? She's not here right now. Yes, you can call

bag, Lucy inadvertently noticed a text message on the lock screen about a bank card deduction-a significant sum of 200 thousand.

On the other side.

organiser, there were some low gasps. The door was firmly shut, and Vivian was leaning on the

slim man in a suit

moment passed, Vivian slowly

a smudge of lipstick on her white shirt

a key leader of

held significant

table's edge and reminded him, "Don't

finished fastening his

the corner of his mouth as he stepped closer and wrapped

of it.

figure so well. If it weren't for the time pressure

and snapped,

out the

and handed them to Vivian.I have the room card in my car. Go get it later. I'll head out first. You handle

keys and placed them

had not gone far when he encountered Grace,

years and had extensive connections with the competition's

approached, both of

you slacking off? The competition's already