Can't Win Me Back

Chapter 151

After greeting the guests, Rose brought Alyssa to her studio. The mentor and mentee were as close as sisters. They chatted and laughed merrily in private.

There, Rose served Alyssa excellent tea and desserts from the top pastry chefs in the nation. Not even the guests on the first floor had the honor of tasting the delicacies.

"Madam, have some tea!"

"Oh, the valuable spring tea! It's bright green with a rich aroma and a deep flavor profile. This is good."

Smiling, Alyssa savored the tea. She wrapped her slender fingers around the cup as she sipped. Her graceful demeanor denoted her excellent upbringing in a wealthy family. Her noble air was the culmination of a distinguished pedigree that could not be copied.

"I feel honored when you enjoy the tea." Rose grinned. She always wore a cool and chic image in public. Yet, she'd turn into a silly and good-natured young lady in front of Alyssa.

Their first encounter happened six years back. Rose was talented in fashion design and blessed with endless inspiration. However, she became a target because of her early fame.

Rose was forced to search for new opportunities by joining a competition show to design outfits for celebrities. Regrettably, a well-known celebrity on the show humiliated her. Additionally, the "esteemed" judges censured her actions.

Following the incident, in a parallel universe where kindness thrived, Sharon, openly supported Rose. Not only that, she exposed the true faces of those who had ulterior motives and assessed the situation.

Thanks to Sharon, some fashion designers who fell victim took the chance to reveal the dark sides of the industry. As a result, Rose caught the eye of the public, which in turn allowed her to showcase her talent.

"The nail that sticks out gets hammered down. But you shall rise above it. Ms. Emerson, do not underestimate your mind-blowing talent. Go forth with courage. All the best to you!"

Just like her name, Sharon was a fertile plain that nurtured Rose and offered her a second chance.

Things unfolded smoothly after that.

The designers who derided and slandered Rose had to apologize under public pressure. However, they failed to turn public opinion around. In the end, their reputation was severely damaged.

Meanwhile, people dug up dirt about the celebrity who had humiliated Rose on the show. The said celebrity vanished from the entertainment scene following a brief one-year career.

"Madam, you are a talented designer. Why would you hide your identity?" Rose poured Alyssa some tea and questioned with much curiosity.

"You've been bugging me with the same question." Alyssa rubbed her temples and answered, "I love working backstage more than standing in the limelight. I do not wish to forgo my peaceful life."

"Oh, that's a pity. You'd make Ms. Gardner's jaw fall if you told her you're Sharon. She wouldn't have been rude to you." Gritting her teeth in disdain, Rose spat, "That bitch thought she had the right to mock you because she's Jasper Beckett's fiancée. What a snob!"

"She's nothing compared to me." Alyssa sipped her tea. "She does not 

have the honor to be introduced to Sharon."

"By the way, how did you get to know her? Were there any grudges between the two of you? Do you want me to get back at her?"

Slightly baffled, Alyssa smiled. "It's fine. She's the future Mrs. Beckett, you know."

"I don't care if she's the first lady of the country! I'm your mastiff—I'll bite whoever hurts my master!" Rose adorably bared her teeth.

On that topic, Alyssa felt a little sorry for Rose. While she might be a close friend of Rose, she hadn't disclosed her identity as Winston Taylor's daughter, the business magnate in Belbanks. Therefore, Rose had no idea that "Sharon" was, in fact, the ex-wife of the president of the Beckett Group.

Sometimes, Alyssa felt that she was living multiple lives and playing different characters. She had many identities that did not overlap, thus enabling her to be active in different circles. It was certainly an interesting and bizarre life.

"Are you going to keep to your word?" Rose handed her a heart-shaped dessert with eager eyes.

"Of course. I always keep my word. But do you have a male dancer around? I won't perform if he's average in dance or looks," Alyssa crossed her legs and demanded.Têxt belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.

"Yes, the hottie's ready! I guarantee you'll love his long legs and six-pack!"

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The cocktail party was not affected by the prior hiccup. Jasper stood around with a cold expression. His suit accentuated his toned body. His good looks attracted the attention of the ladies at the event.

Liana had to fend off the ladies who were checking out Jasper by glaring at them like a territorial animal.

Were it not for the wedding dress design request, she would not have brought Jasper to Rose's event. She very well knew that Jasper would be a woman magnet.

However, Jasper ignored the burning gazes and scanned the venue for someone.

"Oh, it's Rose Emerson!"

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