The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 190

The host’s voice had barely faded when an unusual wave of murmuring broke out among the audience.

Designers whispered amongst themselves, completely taken aback by the revelation And this particular woman, Ms. Clarkson, had actually clinched the championship?

The host himself seemed surprised, pausing momentarily before continuing, “From what I hear, she’s a newcomer to the design world. No, rather, she’s the dark horse of our design industry, and remarkably claims the highest honor a designer could attain. Now, let’s invite Ms. Clarkson onto the stage to receive her trophy.”

Though no one had heard of Ms. Clarkson before, they sincerely applauded the victor.

Amidst the roaring applause, the champion of the contest, Ms. Clarkson, gracefully made her way to the stage.

Ms. Clarkson appeared slightly shy as she joined the host on stage, seeming somewhat

uneasy.

The host, a veteran of many such events, noticed the awkwardness and immediately lightened the mood with a genial grin. He gallantly bowed to Ms. Clarkson. “My lady, are you from Neptune?”

Ms. Clarkson blinked in surprise. “Neptune?”

“Indeed, for why else would your eyes hold such intoxicating constellations?” The host joked.

Ms. Clarkson chuckled.

had lightened. “Ms. Clarkson, although you’re a newcomer to the design industry, this crystal crown

referred to the piece on display on the

and

crystal crown.

crown was completely encrusted with amethysts, but it didn’t resemble the traditional British crowns one might have expected. Instead,

crown? Combining the

Its feathers were adorned with colorful crystals. The depiction was lifelike and exuded an

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me by accepting my dinner invitation?”

afraid I can’t, I have a prior

voice from the audience broke in. The host looked down to see a

“This enchanting lady already has plans with me. So, David, you might as well

beside him to know Callum. He and Callum

kissing it. “Beautiful lady, if you ever change your mind, please don’t hesitate to let

a newfound respect for Ms. Clarkson standing on stage. Their respect wasn’t just for the crown she

London. Even the Queen had to tread carefully around him. Offending Callum meant losing any footing

Clarkson happily accepted her trophy and exited the stage. Callum quickly approached, taking out a silk handkerchief and wiping the

very polite,” Ms. Clarkson whispered, fearing

didn’t care, and continued to wipe her hand, “Dear, you’re having dinner with me later. I can’t have

at Callum’s teasing, and playfully punched him. “Stop it,

misunderstand.” Callum seemed satisfied with his cleaning, and nonchalantly tossed his handkerchief aside, He draped his arm around Ms. Clarkson’s

gone, David also stepped down