Chapter 117: No More Retreats

The fashion show went perfectly—Monica was just supposed to open it...

But because of Lillian Ellie, Monica was given more opportunities to strut her stuff on the runway. And with her as a backdrop, the rest of the models seemed insignificant in comparison, their walks devoid of purpose or personality—mere empty shells aimlessly drifting back and forth.

That's where Monica's magic lay...

So compelling was she that even Director Candice was thoroughly impressed. Monica was not only professional, but she also exuded a personal style that was striking and exceptionally suited to the runway—it seemed she was born purely to be there, becoming one with the stage.

In the throes of his excitement, Director Candice took notice of a remarkable man sitting in the audience. He had the most keen and deep-set eyes, like an Eagle, his gaze locked onto Monica for the entire show. An instinctual protective and possessive desire that could be felt by any male of the species?

Víctor Chadwick!