“You get half the credit. I told you it takes the right person to bring out its charm You were that right person."

They clinked glasses, and she said with a wide smile, “Of course. The famous Ivan Russo has great taste."

His smile grew even bigger as he looked at her, full of admiration.

"I hope we'll have another opportunity to work together in the future." He checked his watch and asked her, “Would you like to come with me to the dinner party later?"

Ariana contemplated this for a while.

"I'm afraid I can't. I have something I have to deal with."

Not wanting to pry, he simply said, “I understand. You do what you have to do."

With that, he took the jewelry and left Ariana alone in the dressing room.

She sat on the sofa and waited. She finally left the room just as the male model show was about to finish.

The atmosphere was just as hot as in the female model show. The audience was full of distinguished women.

After the Last piece of jewelry had been displayed, the models began walking off the runway one at a time.

Lynch handed over the jewelry to a member of staff, removed his mask and went back to the Lounge.

He stood by the elevator, fiddling with his cufflinks as he waited. A

: charming young woman walked toward him from the other end of the corridor.

Despite how far away she was, he recognized her immediately. She had been the most eye-catching model on the runway.

There was something unique about her he could tell, even though she wore a mask. It was impossible to take one's eyes off her incredible figure.

As he stared, the elevator opened. He didn't get in. Instead, as if drawn by some invisible force, he walked toward this mysterious woman.

Then he walked straight past her, his face looking straight ahead. He looked calm even though his heart was pounding fast.

A delicious scent filled his nostrils and something soft brushed over the back of his hand as he passed her. His skin prickled with goose bumps.

Lynch turned to look at her, and she returned his gaze, giving him a flirtatious smile before walking away.