Reborn as the Sweetheart of a Paranoid Boss

Chapter 743: Today’s Lemon Couldn’t Be Any More Ripe

When she said this, her tone was very light, very gentle.

Those words quickly dissipated into the air.

*

A few days later, it was the day for the official recording of the reality show "Who Are You to Me" as well as the upcoming Stardust Winter Fashion Show.

Especially since Stardust previously announced the list of celebrities attending this Winter Fashion Show, prominently featuring Annelise Mayfield and Sloane Hawthorne.

When their names appeared on the list, it sparked quite a discussion.

[Why does it feel like Stardust has been coupling Annelise Mayfield and Sloane Hawthorne together all the time lately?]

[After all, Sloane Hawthorne debuted first, maybe it’s to bring more attention to Annelise Mayfield?]

[Aren’t they currently recording "Who Are You to Me"? I guess we can see what’s going on with them on the day of the event!]

These occurrences brought a lot of attention to Annelise Mayfield and Sloane Hawthorne, and among them, Shangstar once again soared to great heights.

The climax of all these events occurred on the day of the Spiritual Dress Winter Fashion Show.

Due to previous requests from Sterling Norwood, Selena Kensington attended with Sterling this time.

When they appeared on the red carpet at the entrance of the fashion show, the entertainment reporters, who were busy trying to snap photos of the celebrities walking ahead on the red carpet, were stunned.

The presence of Selena Kensington at the Spiritual Dress Fashion Show already surprised these paparazzi.

After all, they knew that Selena Kensington was currently resting during her pregnancy, and she had previously announced her temporary retreat from the entertainment industry.

So the paparazzi were quite surprised to see Selena at that moment.

But what was even more surprising was that Sterling Norwood appeared alongside her.

What kind of existence was Sterling Norwood?

In the eyes of these paparazzi, he was an unattainable presence.

Moreover, Aethelgard’s perception of the Norwood Family has always been that they are an authoritative, mysterious, and untouchable force.

Journalists from financial and political newspapers could barely meet Sterling Norwood, let alone the Norwood family members.

Because Norwood family members rarely accepted interviews.

They were powerful and mysterious.

These paparazzi didn’t know if they should consider themselves lucky because it was Selena Kensington’s presence that led Sterling Norwood to appear the most in the entertainment section.

"Patriarch Norwood really is endlessly doting on Madam Norwood..."

"Today’s lemons couldn’t possibly be any riper..."

"Quick, snap photos! This could go straight to the front page!"

After a brief discussion, the paparazzi picked up their cameras and continued working.

’Click!’ ’Click!’...

As soon as Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood reached the end of the red carpet, the paparazzi continued glancing towards the entrance.

When they saw the two who had just stepped onto the red carpet, they fell silent.

"..."

What day is it today? Could the backing of this fashion show be so strong?

With Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood appearing together, now even Silas Sinclair was accompanying Sloane Hawthorne.

Looking at Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood, who had not yet walked far, and then at Sloane Hawthorne and Silas Sinclair, who had just stepped onto the red carpet.

The paparazzi instinctively raised their cameras, fiercely snapping photos.

"Holy crap! What day is it today, we’re making bank!"

"Tomorrow’s headlines are ready! Hurry, get someone to write the announcement!"

"...My God! Both an outstanding political leader and the head of a prestigious family are doting on their wives like this, I want to be in love!" exclaimed a very young female paparazzo.

A colleague who seemed to know her well teased her ruthlessly, "Okay, fine, but first you need to meet those top-tier tycoons."

Selena Kensington, already prepared to enter inside the event, instinctively turned her head at the commotion behind her.

But she only managed a quick glance before Sterling Norwood turned her head back.

"Stop looking."

Sterling Norwood’s voice carried a hint of discontent.

"..."

Previously, Selena Kensington would have just found it amusing or mildly puzzling, but ever since confirming something, she felt that Sterling Norwood’s actions were increasingly peculiar.

Although Sterling was always like this, inexplicably getting jealous over odd things.

But earlier, Selena Kensington never had this peculiar feeling.

She tucked away her innermost thoughts, lifting a smile back onto her face.

"Anyway, we’ll have to meet Sloane and Cousin later; no point trying to avoid it."

"..."

Sterling Norwood pressed his lips together, appearing slightly unhappy.

Selena Kensington, slightly amused, held onto his arm, "Come on, let’s go in."

She really wasn’t intent on running into Sloane Hawthorne and Silas Sinclair.

After all, since Silas Sinclair and Sloane Hawthorne hadn’t seen each other in a long time, she didn’t want to interrupt them.

It’s just...

She seemed to have underestimated her importance in Sloane Hawthorne’s eyes.

Once Sloane Hawthorne entered the fashion show, she immediately spotted Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood standing out prominently in the crowd.

Her eyes brightened, and as Selena glanced over, Sloane Hawthorne excitedly waved, "Sister."

Sloane Hawthorne intended to walk over but was restrained by Silas Sinclair from behind.

Sloane Hawthorne turned back in confusion, "What’s wrong?"

Silas Sinclair had just retracted his gaze from Sterling Norwood and Selena Kensington, his eyes flashing with an unusual light.

Seeing Sloane’s inquiry, Silas didn’t offer much explanation, merely changing the subject lightly, "Let’s sit over there."

"...Why not go over to where my sister is?"

Sloane Hawthorne asked, puzzled.

She wasn’t intent on bothering Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood; she just wanted to sit with familiar people.

Silas Sinclair coughed lightly, "It’s not often we attend events together, and you’re already thinking of leaving me aside?"

"..."

Silas Sinclair’s tone carried a hint of grievance and vulnerability.

Upon hearing this, Sloane Hawthorne’s heart softened.

She glanced over at Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood, but was taken aback.

Because she saw the gaze Sterling Norwood directed at her, dark, cold, and carrying a piercing chill.

This...

Why did Sterling Norwood have such an expression?!

Before, Sloane Hawthorne was somewhat afraid of Sterling Norwood deep down.

Because for someone like Sterling, who stood at the peak, his demeanor carried an inexplicable sense of oppression.

However, in the past, when Sterling accompanied Selena Kensington, he always stayed quietly by her side, like an accessory.

So as time passed, Sloane Hawthorne wasn’t as afraid as she was at first.

But just that one glance made Sloane Hawthorne recall meeting Sterling Norwood for the first time.

Facing such a gaze, an unconscious terror and submissiveness rose within Sloane Hawthorne.

Because there was no room for resistance.

She felt a coldness rise inexplicably from the soles of her feet, spreading through her entire body.