Chapter 30
Charles finished speaking and left in big strides with Dahlia beside him
Evelyn collapsed She slid down the car, bowing her head in discomfort. Her head was buried in her knees
She had returned to the venue, still harboning a sliver of hope.
Charlie was gone. There was no way Charles would see Charlie if he rushed over Perhaps he could believe her words and give back to her what was originally hers However, with the attitude he showed just now, there was no turning back from tonight’s outcome
A million, to the wealthy, was not much money But to ordinary people, eaming a million was not something that could be achieved quickly
took Evelyn a while to adjust her emotions and go upstaim to do her makeup
At the award ceremony, the host was going through the process
Evelyn and the other finalists were waiting backstage for the results. Dahlia sat in the front row, dressed in next spring’s haute couture from the X brand collection Charles had gotten it for her. It was her first time wearing it
Someone recognized it from behind and asked her uncertainly, “Dahlia, is that the X brand’s latest haute couture for next spring?”
“Yeah” Dahlia spoke softly
“Your boyfriend is so good to you. I’m so envious”
Dahlia’s eyes were tender as she looked at Charles in the first row of the venue, and she said gently. “Yes, he loves me very much and treats me well.” After speaking, amidst the compliments and envy of the crowd, she glanced surreptitiously towards the shadows at the back
Theresat Evelyn_
On stage, the host went through the proceedings smoothly until the final award presentation
He opened the envelope and announced loudly. The first place in this competition goes to
Dahlia
Evelyn’s mouth curted into a cold smile. She already knew the result, but when Dahlia’s name was spoken, she couldn’t help but clench her fists tightly. She looked up at the first row of the venue Charles sat there elegantly, and sensing her gaze, he looked back at her. His eyes were cold, devoid of any The host continued to announce the rankings!
“Second place, Evelyn.”
Third place, Grace”
up to the stage??
After the announcement, applause followed The host said loudly, “Would the winners please come up
Dahlia was the first to stand up, walking towards the stage with confident and elegant stops. Her makeup was exquisite, and her haute couture As soon as Dahlia appeared, she immediately became the focus of the entire venue. Below the stage, the applause was thunderous
Dahlia’s smile deepened it greatly satisfied her vanity
However, her moment of glory lasted only a few seconds.
warmth.
was dazzling
When Evelyn followed her and stood next to her, Dahlia could clesity feel everyone’s gaze shifting from her to Evelyn, including Charles. She even saw a flash of amazement in his eyes)
The smile on Dahlias lips almost faltered Hermeticulous outfit couldn’t compare to Evelyn’s casual attire. Dahlia’s hands, lightly lifting her skirt, clenched tightly to maintain a composed smile
The three of them went up on stage
After lining up, the host continued with the proceedings. “Next, the CEO of Jenkins Enterprises, Charles, will present the award to Ms. Dahlia, our first place winner today”
Charles appearance at this competition was unexpected. The tall and handsome man immediately drew everyone’s attention back to Dahlia
Evelyn’s lips maintained a polite smile, but the smile didn’t reach her eyes. She coldly watched as Charles handed Dahlia the prize money he had personally Tunded the money the would’ve used for Charlie’s grave
Hatred surged in Evelyn’s heart!
Out of the comer of his eye, Charles noticed Evelyn’s gaze towards him. When Dahlia hooked her arm around his for a photo, Charles did not refuse
The room was electrified.
