She followed his gaze to the nearby "The Northern Maiden".Her smile froze on her face."Alright, now let's invite another contestant to the stage," the host continued, "the author of 'The Northern Maiden,' with the online handle... web name is 'Fragrant Spicy Crab.'"Coral's online handle had a delicate, fresh style, while this contestant's handle was a direct invitation to a late-night meal.The entire room fell silent, everyone looking around.No one stepped forward to claim the title.The host looked over to the section where the contestants were seated and had to repeat, "Is 'Fragrant Spicy Crab' here?"Still, there was no response.Coral maintained her smile, secretly delighted. She was convinced that her competitor was too afraid of the situation to show up. She was sure the Turquoise Award was hers."Is 'Fragrant Spicy Crab' here?" the host asked again, his face turning a bit dark. He felt like a restaurant waiter calling out for orders."I'm here."A raspy female voice sudden
Heloise stood on the stage and calmly said, "It depends on what you see."Coral thought, "What an arrogant person! She's challenging the judges like this, and they're just taking it?"However, the judge didn't show any signs of annoyance and instead asked humbly, "What I see is a young girl whose blood splatters on the white snow, covering her body in a blanket of snow with only the scattered bloodstains, which will eventually be concealed. Is that correct?"It was clearly a profoundly sad story.Heloise responded, "It can be seen that way, but if you ask me, it's more than that." Heloise softened her tone a bit, noticing that the judge genuinely loved art."What do you mean by 'more than that'?" The judge asked, standing up excitedly and eager to hear the answer.Heloise remained silent on the stage, letting the question hang in the air. Seeing this, several judges and some guests approached the stage to examine the oil painting.This painting, with a strong resemblance to Madam Robe
One billion Phoenix coins!This fat guy's painting for one billion, so who would notice if she sells a two million painting? Are these people crazy? And is Reginald crazy too?After a long while, the host looked at Heloise and said, "Miss Fragrant Spicy Crab, you don't want to reveal your true identity, but the upcoming award and painting sale procedures require verification, so what about this...? "His tone was cautious, considering that the fat lady in front of him was no ordinary fat guy but someone worth over a billion."So, the Turquoise Award verification is based on identity information? " Heloise questioned in a hushed voice, "What if someone buys the painting just for the reputation? ""Huh? " The host was stunned, "The Turquoise Award is about reputation and profit. Who would want their painting to be signed by someone else? "Isn't that nonsense?"What if some wealthy young ladies don't lack power or money but just lack a bit of fame? " Heloise countered.Coral stood to th
"..."Heloise's heart raced as she looked at him.Shouldn't he be congratulating her on winning an award? Why was he congratulating her for getting his attention?She didn't want this kind of attention.Reginald stared at her eyes behind the mask, and a faintly amused curve played on his thin lips. His eerie gray eyes seemed like an endless abyss, awaiting her arrival.In that moment, Heloise felt a sudden chill running through her body."That's fine," she said.The next moment, Reginald continued to act as if nothing had happened. He casually handed the award trophy to her and walked away, heading towards the exit.Is he just leaving like this? He's not taking her with him?Heloise quickly grabbed the host and said, "I'm leaving first. I've left the authorization letter and payment details on your work table outside. Just make the payment.""Eh? Wait, you haven't said anything about the award..." The host was bewildered as Heloise, the overweight woman, agilely ran out, leaving him w
Her hand isn't dirty, is it?Mr. Wordsworth isn't jealous and forbidding anyone from touching his companion, is he? But she's a woman...His possessiveness is way too intense.Heloise obediently leaned on Reginald's chest, secretly relieved, having narrowly avoided trouble again. This time, she would have the money. Furthermore, Brady and Coral's reputation took another hit.As they passed by the venue's entrance, Heloise heard the heated arguments from inside and Brady's vigorous defense. She felt a great sense of satisfaction.Brady, Coral, this is just the beginning, the real fun is yet to come.……They were in Hyacinth Garden.The doctor couldn't identify any specific issue with Heloise and just said, "It might be a bit of indigestion. Get some rest and drink warm water; you'll be fine."After the doctor left, Heloise lay on the bed, looking miserable, her eyes half-closed.Reginald stood by the bed, gazing down at her with mixed emotions.What was he staring at her like that for?
She didn't really want to know his secrets, did she?Heloise felt a sudden shiver, and Reginald raised his hand, his long, bony fingers brushing away a wisp of her hair from her forehead, his fingertips trailing over her delicate skin."Little blighter, welcome to my world of games." There was an almost perverse excitement in his eyes.Heloise suddenly felt a chill. Mr. Wordsworth, she hadn't asked, it was he who had volunteered this information, hadn't he?"Anyone entering my world has to abide by one rule, very simple, and that is... you can only have me."Reginald's finger stopped on her face, his handsome face slowly coming closer to her, planting an icy kiss on her forehead. Heloise's heart pounded from the kiss.His childhood was really miserable, and he was genuinely twisted. Her world had hatred and slums, but not him."Remember that," Reginald's tone was like he was pampering a little pet, with affection and tenderness, yet every word was cruel, "If you forget, the consequenc
Donations? It's not about seeking trouble, is it?"I'm free, I'm free," Coral hastily responded, then hung up the phone. She got excited and jumped up, leaving everyone in the live broadcast room confused.Coral quickly turned off the live stream, rushed downstairs, and instructed her maids, "Hurry and book a spa appointment, a makeup artist, and a stylist for me!"She wanted to look her best when meeting Reginald.Grace was sitting in the living room, tending to a potted plant. She looked at Coral when she heard her and asked, "What's going on? Why are you in such a hurry?""Reginald asked me out!" Coral excitedly told Grace. "Mom, he invited me for a meeting this afternoon! He said he wants to discuss a donation!""But didn't he reject you before? Why did he suddenly change his mind and invite you?" Grace found it a bit strange. "Could it be related to the media's silence matter?""It can't be. Would Reginald personally meet someone to cause trouble? He's such a busy person, and I d
Their gazes met through the rain and mist, a distance of several meters.The moment Reginald saw her, his thin lips curled slightly, a gesture he was not even aware of himself.He waved at her as if calling a pet, inviting her to come closer.Heloise walked towards him, with Jane and Harriet incredibly nervous.When she reached him, Reginald grabbed her hand and pulled her from under the guards' umbrellas into his own shelter.She stood close to him, her eyes falling on the photographs on the two tombstones, both of them stunningly beautiful women.Considering how exceptionally handsome Reginald was, his mother and sister could not have been ordinary either."These are my mother and my sister," Reginald said, his gaze still on her, noticing her fascination with the photos. His voice was low and deep as he asked, "Do you know how to offer prayers?"Heloise glanced at him, and Reginald set the umbrella aside, handing it to one of the guards.Then, he enclosed her within his arms, holdin