Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 255 Not Interested in Second Place

Before long, I received an official invitation from the organizers. All the finalists were invited to attend, and we could even bring family members.

Elsa wanted us all to witness her moment of triumph. However, my parents couldn't make it as they had to leave the country on short notice. I didn't refuse. I accepted right away.

The only problem was having both Shirley and Jane appear at the same event without anyone noticing the connection.

After cracking that near-impossible puzzle, an unfamiliar number lit up my phone. I picked up, only to hear Liliana's voice on the other end. "Ms. Brown, I've thought it over. I'm willing to help you."

On the night of the banquet, I arrived in a gown of my own design, my face mostly concealed by an intricate mask that covered two-thirds of it. Tonight, I was Shirley, the designer.

Elsa had already arrived.

As the runner-up, she was surrounded by people showering her with praise. Jack stood proudly behind her, looking smug.

The moment I stepped in, the energy in the room shifted. After all, I was the only one wearing a mask, exuding an air of mystery.

"Who just walked in? Why are they so wrapped up like that?"

temperament? She's definitely someone important. She doesn't look like a

name

gasp swept through

Shirley, the famous designer! She actually

like some pro strolling into a newbie arena. I never expected her to show

what she

had been eagerly

jealousy crossed Elsa's face, only to be replaced by

way toward me. Extending a hand, she greeted me with a polite smile. "Hello, Shirley.

out a

lowered my voice, making it sound noticeably different

A flicker of embarrassment crossed her face, but she

Elsa," she said. "I wonder if

head, the mask on my face doing an excellent job of hiding my amusement. "I don't

of murmurs

move. The Brown family's precious daughter came up