The brand’s efficiency far exceeded my expectations.
Within just a month, I received an invitation to their upcoming launch event.
To my surprise, the wedding gown I had designed, with its unique symbolism, had been chosen as the centerpiece of a high–profile auction. Alongside the launch invite came another–a formal summons to the auction itself.
I decided to bring Harvey along. My emotions were a strange mix of anticipation and unease. The gown, once tied to my own dream of happiness, would soon become a token of joy for someone else.
The brand spared no expense in promoting the event. To my astonishment, my gown was scheduled as the grand finale.
The host introduced it with theatrical flair:
“This wedding gown was designed by a renowned fashion designer from the capital. It was created with the hope of being worn as she and her beloved embarked on a lifetime together. Unfortunately, life doesn’t always align with our dreams. Tonight, this gown, imbued with the essence of love and happiness, will find its way to the next fortunate pair.”
Harvey listened attentively, then turned to me with a puzzled look.
“Lifetime together? Happiness? This host sure knows how to spin a story.”
Though Harvey also studied design, his expertise lay in architecture, and he knew little about the nuances of
fashion.
The auction began.
The starting bid was set at 150 thousand dollars, and the price quickly escalated as bidders vied for a piece of its promise.
“300 thousand!”
“450 thousand!”
“750 thousand!”
The numbers climbed rapidly. Just when I thought the frenzy had peaked, a familiar voice broke through the noise.
“Two million.”
The room erupted in astonishment.
