?Chapter 254:


    “Everyone,” said Pierre, his voice carrying a hint of dryness, “Miss Hudson has granted us two days off.”


    The moment Pierre announced the time off, murmurs swept through the studio.


    “Two days off? Right now?” someone questioned incredulously.


    “Does this mean the studio is on the brink?” another pondered aloud.


    “Considering the magnitude of our problems, resolution seems impossible,” a voice added somberly.


    Quiet whispers spread among the employees, intensifying the already somber mood.


    With a sense of resignation, they gathered their belongings and departed with heavy steps.


    Before long, Sadie was left alone in the studio.


    Meanwhile, K was seated near a floor-to-ceiling window, idly swirling her wine ss.


    As she sipped her wine, a sardonic smile yed across her lips. “Sadie, do you genuinely believe you can salvage this situation?” K mused darkly. “I’m curious to see how you n toplete the ‘Ten Year Promise’ design without the Cardi Pink Diamond.”


    cing her ss aside, K walked to the desk and picked up a red velvet box.


    Upon opening it, she saw a three-carat pink diamond nestled inside.


    The following day.


    Bright light from the sparkling crystal chandelier enveloped the Lawrence Group’s banquet hall.


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    Distinguished guests from various sectors converged to celebrate the 10th wedding anniversary of the Lawrence Group’s founders. d in a wine-red gown that entuated her slim figure, K was a vision of radiance and allure.


    Holding a champagne ss elegantly, she kept a vignt watch on the hall’s entrance, seemingly anticipating someone’s arrival.


    Catching sight of Alex in the crowd, she began to navigate her way toward him.


    Alex, dressed in a sleek ck suit, exuded an air of even greaterposure and restraint.


    “Mr. Howe, have youpletely dismissed the idea of partnering with me? We both stand to benefit,” K said.


    Alex’s response was a subtle furrow of his brow, his eyes meeting K’s with a cold detachment.


    “There’s no need for that,” he replied curtly, not hesitating before he turned to walk away.


    As Alex departed, K’s grip on her champagne flute grew tighter, her eyes following his every step.


    Sadie arrivedte.


    As she entered the banquet hall, every head turned toward her. d in a stunning white gown that elegantly emphasized her silhouette, Sadie drew attention effortlessly.


    K, swirling her champagne, approached with a sneer.


    “So, the great designer has finally decided to grace us with her presence.”


    As Sadie faced K with aposed expression, her eyes showed no sign of distress. “Miss Wade, do you need something from me?”


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