Queen of Wild Cards novel Chapter 225

Stella was lost in deep thought, staring intently at the perfume bottle labeled 'Astray.'

Julius's question pulled her back to reality.

She pointed at the small vial and asked, "Is the perfumer who presented this one still here?"

Julius scanned the room before nodding. "Yes, look over there. A few people are already crowded around him. They probably want to discuss a potential deal."

After speaking, Julius picked up the vial of 'Astray' and brought it to his nose. The scent was actually quite pleasant.

"Stella, do you think this one is the best?"

Stella looked at him, her expression complicated. For a moment, she wasn't quite sure how to explain it to him.

Julius looked confused. "Stella, why are you looking at me like that? Is there something wrong with this perfume?"

He took another quick sniff. It really did smell nice.

Stella gently swatted the bottle out of his hand. "Stop smelling it."

"Stella, talk to me. What's wrong?" Julius could clearly sense the sudden shift in her mood.

If this perfume was triggering such a negative reaction from her, she must have noticed something deeply concerning about it.

Stella looked away from him and fixed her gaze on the perfumer across the room.

She picked up the promotional brochure from the table and scanned it.

The creator of 'Astray' was named Gideon Kaye. He was a thirty-six-year-old male with years of industry experience and had even founded his own independent brand overseas.

He had won the Fragrance Foundation Award alongside numerous other international accolades.

On paper, his credentials were flawless.

Before Stella could properly formulate a response to Julius, Weber and Rhoda sauntered over to their table again.

Seeing Stella holding the brochure for 'Astray,' Weber offered a charming smile. "It seems Ms. Hawthorne has an eye for fragrances as well. Have you taken a liking to this one?"

Stella set the brochure down. "Not at all."

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