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 you’ve designed has topped this competition.

of the crystal crown referred to the piece on

on stage fell silent, and their eyes were all drawn to

crystal crown.

amethysts, but it didn’t resemble the traditional British crowns one might have expected. Instead, it was a novel

recognized the design. “Is that a phoenix crown? Combining the

phoenix. Its feathers were adorned with colorful crystals. The depiction was lifelike and exuded an indomitable pride, making

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honor me by accepting my dinner invitation?”

I can’t, I have a prior

in. The host looked down to see a tall, blond, blue–eyed man standing confidently

lady already has plans with me. So, David, you might as

the sweet young woman beside him to know Callum. He and Callum were old friends, but he

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

Ms. Clarkson standing on

that Callum practically controlled all of London. Even the Queen had to tread carefully

of the crowd’s thoughts, Ms. Clarkson happily accepted her trophy and exited the stage. Callum quickly approached, taking out a silk handkerchief and wiping the spot on Ms. Clarkson’s hand where David had

not very polite,” Ms. Clarkson whispered, fearing Callum’s action would offend the

you’re having dinner with

at Callum’s teasing, and playfully punched him.

tossed his handkerchief aside, He draped his arm around Ms. Clarkson’s shoulder,

gone, David also stepped down