Save Myself From Desperation by Cara Agnes novel Chapter 118

This design symposium was held annually, lasting two days each time.

On the first day, top designers from the fashion industry gathered to exchange and evaluate each other's creations.

The second day featured a fashion banquet, a gathering of the industry's best, truly a feast for the fashion world.

Ordinarily, this symposium was an annual event without much particularity.

However, this year, rumors had spread that Attelia, the reclusive chief designer from Glory Youveile, would attend the symposium.

Once this news broke out, it sent shockwaves through the circle, attracting numerous renowned designers from abroad. After all, meeting Attelia, a legend in fashion design, was an opportunity not to be missed.

In the morning, when Ashley was about to leave for the symposium, Joseph insisted on joining her.

"Ashley, let me come with you for some exposure! I have no work today and am bored. Let me drive you there!" He pleaded.

Ashley was puzzled. "Why are you so free, but Valentin is so busy?"

Unabashed and even proud, Joseph puffed out his chest, his face beaming with pride. "I was born to enjoy life, that's why!"

Ashley was at a loss for words.

She thought sarcastically, 'That's quite evident from your personality.'

Joseph proudly raised an eyebrow and played with his sunglasses, twirling them in the air.

"Actually, Valentin has been busy with charity donations these past few days. The Kingsley Group makes annual donations to orphanages and impoverished areas, doing what they can for public welfare."

Ashley nodded in understanding. "I see, that's a good thing."

She mused, 'I also make donations to orphanages every year. After all, I started out as a stray and grew up in an orphanage before being fortunate enough to be adopted by my grandparents. If it weren't for the orphanage taking me in, I might have died out there. So, ever since I had the means, I've been making annual donations to places like orphanages.'

Joseph paused, his expression turning serious as he said, "Ashley, actually, a big reason why Valentin donates to orphanages each year is because of your childhood experiences...

"Valentin... He really keeps all your matters close to his heart."

Upon hearing him, Ashley felt a sharp tug at her heartstrings.

Then, her heart felt as if it was enveloped in a warm, soft embrace.

Ashley pondered, 'So, Valentin insists on doing these charitable acts each year because of my past...'

Joseph then cheerfully urged, "Let's go, Ashley! I have nothing to do today but to be your personal chauffeur, dedicated to driving you!"

Ashley glanced at his flashy pink sports car, not particularly keen on it.

Joseph immediately whined. "Ashley, you can't look down on my little pink car! Haven't you heard? Pink is the color for real men!"

Ashley was left speechless.

Joseph opened the car door and pulled Ashley toward it. "Hurry up, hurry up! This is my beloved little pink car. I don't just let anyone ride in it."

Again, Ashley found herself speechless at his enthusiasm.

Meanwhile, Jaden was waiting outside the design symposium venue for Ashley.

Suddenly, a flashy pink sports car made a dramatic stop right in front of him, causing his eyelids to twitch in shock.

He thought disdainfully, 'What the... Whose ridiculous car is this?'

Then, Jaden saw Ashley stepping out of the car with a dashing man.

On seeing Jaden, Joseph immediately became alert, thinking angrily, 'This is the guy who calls Ashley 'dear'.'

Ashley then went and introduced the two men to each other.

She said, "This is Jaden Walter, a friend of mine."

Ashley then gestured toward Joseph, saying, "And this is Joseph Fox, also my friend."

Despite Joseph's apparent hostility, Jaden still extended his hand to Joseph, and he smiled with his blue eyes as clear as the ocean, "Nice to meet you."

Joseph shook hands with Jaden coolly.

As expected, once those designs were turned into clothing and showcased, they caused a sensation in the design world and revived the Ramos family's clothing brand.

Thanks to these outstanding designs, Jessica slowly began to see an improvement in her reputation.

She wasn't worried about getting caught for stealing the designs.

Jessica had meticulously checked each draft, and there was nothing on them that connected back to Ashley.

Jessica pondered, 'Even fate is helping me. Why should I back down? These designs are mine now!'

Upon hearing the reporter's question, Jessica modestly smiled, "No, there are many senior designers with great experience. How could I dare compare myself to them?"

Upon hearing Jessica's humble answer, even the reporters couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration. "Many people say that the style of the clothes you designed is somewhat similar to Attelia's. Do you have any comments on that?"

Jessica chuckled, "Attelia is the most talented and famous designer in the fashion industry. I really admire her designs, so my style might inadvertently resemble hers a bit."

The journalists had an epiphany, and one of them thought, 'So Attelia is Jessica's idol!'

Standing nearby and watching Jessica's interview, Frankie couldn't help but reveal a tender, satisfied smile on his usually stern face.

He pondered, 'Jessica is truly a blessing for the Ramos family. Her talented designs have revived the Ramos family's fashion brand, making the Ramos family increasingly successful. Only someone like Jessica, who helps the Ramos family, deserves to be the Ramos family's heiress. Ashley, that bringer of misfortune, should stay as far away as possible.'

Frankie was now more convinced than ever that driving Ashley out of the Ramos Villa was the best decision he had ever made.

Hearing the mention of Attelia, Frankie recalled the email he had sent to Attelia, offering her the position of chief designer at the Ramos Group.

He thought, 'I haven't received a reply from Attelia, but I also haven't been rejected. This means there's still hope! It's said that Attelia will also attend this Design Exchange Competition. Could it be...that Attelia is coming specifically for the Ramos family?'

At that moment, Ashley, Jaden, and Joseph walked into the venue from the entrance.

The reporters immediately surrounded them excitedly.

"Mr. Walter, you're the founder of Glory Youveile and a good friend of Attelia. It's rumored that Attelia will attend this Design Exchange Competition. Is this true? Can you give us any insight?" Asked a reporter.

Hearing this question, Jaden glanced at Ashley beside him and then at the crowd of reporters, tempted to say, "Attelia herself is right in front of you."