Leena was also shocked by her professor's speech. She would never expect that her dissertation was reviewed and deemed a success within such a short time. She thought it was going to take weeks! What was more, she did not know that this party was held in her honor, and was surprised to hear her professor's proclamation. Now she had the lion's share of the attention from everyone at the party. Camera lights flashed through her to catch her every movement. She was kind of in a mess inside and did not know what to do and how to react to her sudden fame. Despite this, she still smiled at everyone. A capable woman from a prominent family would always know how to show her best side in public.
Many of the guests were sure that this Asian girl would headline the fashion weeks in Paris thanks to Bella, her professor's promotion. After all, in Europe, most of Bella's favorite students were fashion icons with a high reputation in the fashion field. Being Bella's student and a successful dissertation were half the battle. As one of her students, Leena was born to be a new favorite in the fashion industry.
Leena knew clearly that as her professor, Bella would be kind to her. But she did not expect that she would be so nice that she would push her to the peak. Leena felt extremely flattered. Yet more thoughts and anxieties sprang into her mind. She was not sure whether she was capable enough to make it and live up to Bella's expectations.
She had already become a minor celebrity in the fashion field these years. Her high-profile showing tonight would make her more noticeable. She was going to be the focus of many people's thoughts for quite a long time. Leena was happy and thankful for Bella's arrangement. Yet she felt worried, too. She didn't know if this was the best thing for her. After all, being too prominent might result in jealousy from others, right?
"Mignonne, congratulations. your dissertation is safe now." Although Gerard congratulated her on her dissertation, his voice sounded quite lonely. He thought she would stay here for quite a long time before she went back to her home country. But her dissertation went so smoothly. There was not even one rejection from the review board. Bella must love her so much to have instructed her so wholeheartedly. She must have been an excellent student in Bella's eyes.
"I didn't expect that either. I thought it was going to take a while. I just found out when my professor announced it a few minutes ago." Leena said and smiled in an apologetic way. But she was delighted in her heart. Finally, she could go home! She could see Kevin in just a few days! It had been quite a long time since she saw him. Everything basically went quite smoothly here. She had thought she would need to stay in Paris for at least a month. But it looked like she could go back soon. She felt cheerful at the thought of seeing Kevin and her family.
"So, are you going back to your country soon?" Gerard fixed his eyes on her, expecting a negative answer from her. In his country, it was quite rare to see a girl like Leena with such beautiful skin. Her beauty was flawless. Her skin was fair yet quite natural. Her milky cheeks showed the blush of beauty and health. How charming she was! Gerard thought he must have been mad to break up with her back at that time.
"Yes! But maybe I need to stay here for a few days. I can't leave until my spring week fashion show is finished. I need to take care of it." Leena could not help jumping for joy in her heart. How she wished she could appear in front of Kevin all of a sudden like a rabbit in a magic show. It was the first time she was desperate to be home right at this very moment.
"Just a few days? Such a short time! I thought you would stay here at least until winter comes." Gerard was frustrated. His handsome face was full of disappointment, indicating that he was reluctant to bid Leena goodbye.
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