Suddenly There Are Three (Bailey and Artemis) novel Chapter 1067

Chapter 1067 Fallen Into The Web Of Love

The following day, Zara made a trip to the Bureau of Intangible Cultural Heritage, where she spent half an hour chatting with the senior executives.

She appeared cold and calm as she walked out. Her heart, which had been somewhat wavering, had now turned firm and resolute.

Bailey is right. I must never let anyone bully the Yrina family. The Strasson family is in cahoots with the organizers and marginalizing the Yrina family, ready to kick us out anytime. Since that's the case, all the more I must win this competition.

After Zara's departure, the in charge of the Bureau of Intangible Cultural Heritage called the daughter of the Strasson family, Melanie, informing her about the Yrina family's intention to send Zara to the competition.

In a coffee shop on the corner of the street, Melanie sat inside a private room, casually fidgeting with her cup of tea as she indifferently remarked, “Zara. They've actually sent out Zara. It seems like they still refuse to let things be.”

In the Yrina family, Zara's embroidery skills were only second to Yrinasion Muse. Though not extremely powerful, she was still not someone to be trifled with.

“How many of them arrive in Hallsbay? Is it just Zara alone?”

“I'm not sure about that. Whatever it is, I know she came to the Bureau of Intangible Cultural Heritage alone just now. No one accompanied her.”

Knitting her brows, Melanie tossed the teaspoon in her grip and coldly uttered, “Go investigate, then. Dig out every detail about Zara's background.”

“Understood.”

After ending the call, Melanie swept the stuff off the table. A chilling, murderous intent gleamed in her eyes.

I thought the Yrina family would back off on their own and give up on the competition this time. But who knows? They actually accepted the invitation and even deployed an expert like Zara. I might not necessarily be a match for Zara. After all, Yrinasion embroidery is more influential in the outside world. I might possibly lose this time.

Crack.

The doorknob turned, and instinctively, Melanie looked up.

Karina walked in with a crossbody bag. “You came really early, Melanie. I'm not late, am I?” she said with a smile.

Melanie glanced at her indifferently and retracted her gaze. Then, she picked up the teaspoon and continued sipping on her tea.

“No. I'm the one who came early. But even if you were late, it wouldn't matter. After all, I was the one who stood you up and made you wait for half an hour last night because something came up last minute.”

Karina calmly walked over and sat down opposite Melanie. “You're too kind, Melanie. It doesn't matter whether we met last night or today; it's all the same. I wonder if anything's the matter that you'd ask me out?”

Melanie froze abruptly, recalling the phone call from earlier.

With Zara's participation in the competition, my chances of winning will be greatly lowered. If I want to turn the tide, I'm afraid my best bet is to shift my focus to Bailey. After all, the purpose of the competition is to find her an embroiderer. Her opinion is crucial. If I can win Bailey's favor, then I'll be able to rest easy.

“I believe you've heard of the Strasson family's predicament from Aunt Isabelle, didn't you? Karina, you have to help me win over Bailey. Our success or failure now hinges on a single thought from her.”

Karina did not accept or reject Melanie's request. Instead, she reminded the latter, “I only had a few encounters with Bailey. I wouldn't say I know her well. It'll be a challenge to win her over. But if you have any good ideas, Melanie, I don't mind trying it out. After all, I've wanted to get on good terms with Bailey.”

A scowl marred Melanie's countenance. In truth, her knowledge of Bailey was limited. All she knew was how the latter was a formidable woman. Why would I have to call her over if I have a solution?

“Karina, I'm asking you to help me out now, not the other way round. You have to solve it yourself if you face any problems. All I want from you is results.”

“Then let's take a detour and try to please Mrs. Shurmer. She loves wearing gowns. All the embroidery on her gowns is done by the Strasson family's embroiderers, so much so that she thought of them first when making a wedding gown for her daughter. Compared to Zara, you have an advantage because Mrs. Shurmer has acknowledged you.”

Melanie was stunned.