-more stylish, more refined. Not long after, she finished the adjustments and
The dress looked even better after Celeste’s alterations–mo held it against Marcus. “What do you think?”
Marcus stood there, his gaze fixed on the dress in her hands. He said. Try it on.”
“Alright” Celeste took the dress and went to the fitting room. When she stepped out, she was already wearing the modified Nebula
Sheen
Celeste was always beautiful, but in this dress, she looked even more stunning. The shimmering fabric cast a soft glow over her. accentuating her perfect figure.
Even without makeup, Celeste’s delicate features were strikingly refined.
Marcus and Cassian were both momentarily speechless as they took in the sight of her.
Seeing their silence. Celeste asked. “How’s the final look?”
Marcus snapped out of it quickly and replied, “That’s pretty,”
Cassian added. “It looks like it was made just for you. It’s perfect.”
Celeste smiled at their compliments and took a seat. “Since both of you think the dress is good to go, let’s bring in the stylist.”
Marcus glanced at Cassian. “Call them in.
“Yes, Mr. Hale.” Cassian nodded and left.
Once he was gone, Marcus stood behind Celeste, studying her reflection in the mirror. “Did you study design?” he asked.
Celeste had learned tailoring from an elderly woman she deeply respected, but after her passing, she rarely touched sewing again, Today was the first time in years.
Celeste smiled. “I learned a
someone i really admired.”
“Ever thought about becoming a designer?” Marcus asked.
Celeste raised a brow. “I don’t have a license for that
Marcus looked at her seriously and said, “My company values talent above all else. Whether you have a certificate or not doesn’t matter. If v youre interested, Id be happy to hire you as a designer.”
Celeste’s designs were unique and innovative. If she joined his company, Marcus could see the potential for dominating the fashion industry.
Ravenshire and the global market. So he needed
After all, Marcus’s goal was to make the Hale Group an irreplaceable force in both B exceptional talent like Celeste.
Celeste hesitated. Becoming a designer wasn’t in her plans. Her dream was still to be a doctor–one who could develop new treatments and medicines to help those suffering from illnesses.
for
After a moment, Celeste turned him down. “Thanks, but designing isn’t my dream. Still, if you ever need something, I can make it f you–free of charge”
Free of charge? Marcus thought. He let out a soft chuckle. “You really like giving me free things, don’t you
But Celeste only did this for him. For others, she still charged. Marcus was different to her.
“You saved my life. The least I can do is return the favor, Celeste
“But I don’t like taking advantage of pe
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people,” Marcus said. “If I ever need a design from you, I’ll pay you market price.”
he insisted. Celeste didn’t argue. She simply sat quietly, waiting for Cassian to return.
After a while, Cassian rushed back, looking flustered. “Had news, Mr. Hale! The makeup artist is missing!”
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Marcus felt his patience snap. Is Cassian ever capable of handling things properly
Chapter 25
“If you want to be fired, just say so, Marcus said sharply. “No need to test my patience over and over
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Cassian thought, feeling wronged. Honestly, I never want to be fired, nor do I challenge his patience intentionally
I swear, I have everything arranged How do things suddenly go wrong? It’s like someone’s messing with me!
The heavy atmosphere in the room made him nervous. Cassian swallowed hard. Tm sorry, Mr. Hale. I let you down.
Marcus continued, his expression ice–cold, “If you know that, then why did you let this happen? I don’t believe for a second that the makeup artist, the lead model, and the final dress all disappeared or got ruined by coincidence. Someone did this on purpose.
“Find out who’s behind it. I don’t care how you do it—just get it done. If you can’t, then don’t bother showing up in front of me again?
If Cassian hadn’t been with him for years, Marcus would’ve been fired on the spot. He wouldn’t give him chance after chance.
Leaving those words behind, Marcus turned his gaze to Celeste–just in time to see her pulling out a small makeup kit from her bag.
Marcus was stunned. “You can do makeup toor
Not only can she design and alter clothes, but she can also do her own makeup? She never fails to surprise me, Marcus thought. Celeste applied a base quickly, then used her lipstick as eyeshadow and blush. She filled in her brows with an eyebrow pencil, blending it seamlessly into her eye makeup.
In no time, a refined look took shape. Celeste pressed her lips together and glanced at Marcus. “This is all I’ve got in my bag.
“If you want something more polished, you can ask Cassian to grab some blue shimmer powder for me. Otherwise, this is what I’ll with for the show”
Since this was the final dress, the look needed to be flawless. Marcus said, “Cassian, get everything she needs”
“Got it” Cassian nodded and left.
Now alone, Marcus and Celeste exchanged a glance before settling into their seats to wait.
Meanwhile, Isolde had been hiding in the shadows, watching them closely. Every time Cassian stepped out, she ducked away, avoiding detection.
But as soon as Cassian was gone, Isolde returned to spy on them. Seeing Marcus and Celeste alone together made her face darken. Isolde muttered. That bitch. What kind of tricks is she using to seduce Marcus? If this keeps up and he falls for her, what am I supposed
No I’ve to do something. I’ve to make that woman back off–there’s no way I’ll let Celeste steal Marcus away!
Clenching her fists, Isolde turned and left the dressing room. Then she found a quiet spot, pulled out her phone, and made a call.
“Mrs. Hale, do you have a moment! There’s something you need to know about Marcus,” Isolde said softly.
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