Rewriting My Heart's Fate

Chapter 476

"We've arrived." Richard opened the car door.

"This is Stefano's place, his creative sanctuary," he said as I followed him out of the car and toward the villa's entrance.

"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. I thank you all for coming to this gathering," a middle-aged man's voice rang out, causing a stir in the hall.

It was Stefano Fenandez himself! Time seemed to stand still around him; the years hadn't left a mark on his handsome face.

Stefano walked down the stairs, effortlessly making his way toward me. "You must be Ms. Evelyn Wiley," he said with a smile, extending his hand. It's a pleasure to meet you."

I was so nervous I could barely stand still, quickly shaking his hand. "Hello, Mr. Fernandez! It's an honor to meet you!"

Stefano smiled graciously. "I'm glad to meet you as well. Your achievements in the fashion world are impressive. Even an old guy like me has to admit it."

I was left speechless, my cheeks burning. The great Stefano Fernandez himself, saying I had impressed him?

"Oh no, no. My small achievements don't even compare to yours. It's nothing," I said, flustered.

If you look around the globe, designers like you are few and far between. It's

a drink with me and chatting for a bit?"

hearty smile. "Come, let's go to the terrace. The view

followed him

painting the sky in shades of red as it slowly sank beneath the

the distance. "Melando has always been my source of inspiration. The city has deep cultural roots, yet it's

"You're absolutely right. Melando

significance for every fashion designer. In this era of globalization, it's only when traditional and modern ideas clash that new, unique design concepts emerge ones that shape fashion and define

looked at me in surprise, then smiled broadly. "Well said! You've hit the nail on the head! Ms. Wiley, not only are you a talented

visionary with great insight

"I'm flattered, Mr. Fernandez. It's truly an honor to receive

in the same industry; maybe I'll be asking you for advice in the

asking

over. He leaned in close to Stefano, speaking in a low voice, his

hearing what was said,

Wiley," he said, turning to me. "Something urgent has come up. I need to step away for