Evelyn Is Immensely Talented

Nathanial Reed relaxed in his chair.

He felt no concern for Evelyn's difficult situation.

Sacrificing her seemed a reasonable cost to secure his own position.

It also offered a perfect chance to gain favor with the famous Cassandra Sterling.

To Nathanial, the decision was obvious.

How could Evelyn, a mere beginner, ever hope to rival someone of Cassandra's caliber?

With this logic, he meticulously erased all digital traces related to Evelyn.

Elsewhere, Cassandra was preparing for the evening's red carpet event.

The day's plagiarism scandal appeared to have little effect on her.

She maintained her composure, trying on a gown designed by Genevieve Prescott.

Once the dress was on, Genevieve immediately offered praise. "Cassandra, you look breathtaking. This dress was made for you."

Cassandra stared at her reflection, her face impassive.

Noticing the silence, Genevieve approached carefully. "Is something wrong? Does it not fit correctly?"

Cassandra released a soft sigh. She touched the fabric of the hem, her interest clearly fading. "Genevieve, your work simply doesn't compare to Evelyn's."

Genevieve's expression stiffened.

Cassandra continued, unaware of the sting her words carried. "After wearing one of Evelyn's creations, this feels... ordinary."

A sharp pain clenched in Genevieve's chest. She forced a tight smile. "My apologies, Cassandra. I will strive to create a design more worthy of you next time."

Since secretly agreeing to work with Cassandra, Genevieve had poured all her effort into this single dress.

She believed she had succeeded, but Cassandra's reaction told a different story.

This realization fueled Genevieve's resentment, making it burn brighter.

Cassandra remained indifferent to Genevieve's pledge. She stated calmly, "Evelyn possesses a rare gift. You could work for ten more years and never attain her level."

Genevieve's face nearly fractured. She gritted her teeth, fighting for a response.

"Yet, precisely because Evelyn is so exceptionally talented, I must ensure she is completely removed from the picture," Cassandra murmured, a slow smile spreading across her lips.

The thought of Evelyn being permanently disgraced, perhaps even earning Alexander Blackwood's contempt because of the allegations, filled Cassandra with a deep, satisfying thrill.

As evening fell, the red carpet event commenced. Cassandra, one of the main attractions, made a dramatic entrance.

The recent controversy had guaranteed that all eyes were on her the moment she appeared.

The press immediately swiveled their cameras toward her, noting the new gown.

"Cassandra is wearing a different dress. It seems the accusations against that new designer might have merit," one journalist observed.

"Audacious. She's associated with Aethelgard Industries and still makes such a bold statement. Truly impressive," another commented.

After her walk, reporters surged forward, surrounding Cassandra with a flood of urgent questions.