Chapter 507 Wilder, Derekâs manager, drew a sigh.
He couldnât recall where he had heard Natalieâs name before, but he knew it sounded familiar.
Wilder had been abroad with Derek to attend fashion shows all over the world. Between the two of them, they knew little about the domestic affairs.
âI donât think Natalie is just any other woman,â Wilder whispered to Derek. âEven Mr. Jenkins has changed his perception of her. It looks like this woman isnât as simple as she appears.â
Wilder initially thought that Natalie was just another assistant designer. . Apart from her striking appearance, he didnât think there was anything special about her. At best, she was Dracoâs favorite.
But now that Axel had such high regard for Natalie, he felt there was something strange about her.
What made matters worse was that Derek also appeared to have been smitten with this woman.
âWhy are you being nosy today, Wilder?â Derek said, looking irritated at his agent, Wilder was taken aback by Derekâs reaction. He took a deep breath and told him gently, âIâll look into this womanâs background. Before we know more about her, donât mess with her.â
Wilder knew that Derek was a playboy. But he could sense that Natalie wasnât the kind of woman who would want to trade her beauty for a successful career. It was highly likely that she was not even a woman Derek should be involved with, for it would just lead to something disastrous.
Derek scowled at his manager. âDonât spoil my good mood right now. Iâve finally met a gorgeous woman I like, and sheâs a rising star in the design industry. Look, Iâm drawn to her and I want to pursue her. I donât want to know her based on information from your inquiries. Could you please leave me with some mystery?â
Wilder didnât know what to say. âBut...â
âStop it, Wilder!â Derek said in a stern tone. âWhy donât you just bring me another glassof wine?â Wilder felt compelled to do as he was told since he had no other choices.
The party was upbeat and congenial.
After changing into a new dress, Kathie left the restroom. She was ready to start mingling again when she noticed Natalie talking to Zuri and Axel.
Though Kathie couldnât tell what they were saying, she could see they were smiling broadly.
Around them were other influential people, seemingly enjoying their chat with Natalie. The woman appeared to be the star of the show tonight as she stood in the middle of them. She was dazzling, and yet, quite irritating.
Out of pure envy, Kathie gripped the wine glasstightly. So tightly that the glassshattered and she cut her hand. Kathie didnât care at all. Jealousy was gnawing her. She gently picked up the tissue on the table and wiped the blood between her fingers.
Natalie beat the Gem Studio and attended the Iridescent Show. Otherwise, she wouldnât be the center of attraction in todayâs celebration.
Kathie turned around with a sneer. She must teach Natalie a lesson tonight.
The party was already halfway over, but the lively atmosphere did not dim.
Axel raised his glassand sipped the last of his vodka. âItâs late, and I usually fall asleep around this time. I canât keep going any longer. Youâre all younger and more energetic than me, so you can continue having fun for the rest of the night.â
âGood night, Mr. Jenkins.â Everyone nodded.
Axel had rarely appeared in public in recent years, so it was a great honor for Zuri that he accepted the invitation to the banquet tonight.
âLet me send you back,â Zuri said as she set her glassdown and walked over to Axelâs side.
She turned to face Natalie and bade her farewell before leaving.
The banquetâs two main characters had left, and the lively atmosphere had faded a little. Natalie planned to leave after finishing the orange juice in her glass.
At this moment, several beautiful female models surrounded her.
âWhat can I do for you ladies?â Natalie asked as she draped her shawl over her arm.
She didnât know any of the five female models in front of her. They were all tall and slender, and certainly made up nicely. The girls exchanged a look.
One of them, who sported a chic bob, stepped forward and said, âWeâve been watching you for a while now. But none of us had the guts to say hello.
Can we call you Natalie? Weâre fans of your designs, as well as W Marks.â
The others bobbed their heads eagerly, their expressions bright and hopeful. Indeed, they looked like they were face to face of their greatest idol.
The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband ï¤Chatper 506 Another model, this one with long, sleek hair, held up her phone and spoke timidly. âIf itâs all right with you, can we exchange contact information?â
The others nodded again. âThatâs right! Letâs exchange numbers! If your studio holds a fashion show in the future, we will be more than happy to help.â
Natalie smiled and agreed. These women looked to be just the same age as her, and they spoke with so much enthusiasm that she couldnât find it in herself to refuse.
After exchanging contact details, the short-haired model in the lead hooked her arm around Natalieâs and ushered her to the bar. And that was how Natalie ended up drinking and chatting with a bunch of gorgeous models.
She didnât refuse the drinks they put in front of her, and soon, she was feeling tipsy. Her head was buzzing, and she could no longer hear what the other women were talking about.
âIâm afraid Iâm a little drunk...â Natalie leaned over the bar counter and cupped her chin in both hands, her cheeks already flushed. When they handed her another c*cktail, she refused.
A couple of models covered their mouths to hide their cunning smiles. They helped Natalie sit up and urged her to drink more. âCome on, youâre really good at this. You can go for two more rounds.â
âDidnât you lose the game just now? As punishment, you need to finish this glass.â The model pushed the c*cktail closer to Natalie.
Natalie frowned. She wasnât too drunk to understand what they said. âWe never played a drinking game. Donât trick me into getting drunk.â
But the models only chuckled, and one of them even pinched Natalieâs nose playfully. âJust drink it!â
And so, Natalie was coerced into drinking glassafter glass.
The conscious part of her couldnât quite believe what was happening. She finally got the chance to experience what it was like to be surrounded by beauties. She felt like some rich magnate.
It didnât take long for her to get even dizzier. She could barely hold herself up steadily.
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