Chapter 53

It meant that Madison’s freedom was from him. If he wanted her back, she would still be his.

Ross spat out another mouthful of blood at Neville’s departing figure and cursed, “B s t a r d!”

However, Neville’s punckes landed on Ross’s face, and Ross, who cared deeply about his appearance, couldn’t possibly face the audience with a bruised face, so he couldn’t be Madison’s assistant guest on stage.

Ryan couldn’t help but laugh. “Neville, are you declaring your sovereignty?”

Neville said expressionlessly, “Someone parading a pet in front of the old master. Who could endure it?”

Madison was not qualified to stir his emotions. What he cared about was his dignity. Blame it on Ross for being. too arrogant. He had just divorced Madison, and Ross appeared with her in public as if nothing happened. It was an insult for Neville.

Ryan saw through it but kept silent, just smiling.

Neville lost interest in watching the competition and left directly.

The information he bought on the dark web for 600 thousand dollars wouldn’t be false. Since Madison was Elianna’s assistant, she must have had the chance to ride in that Koenigsegg.

When Madison appeared on stage with the mask, the audience erupted in mockery.

“Elianna is playing mysterious. She even wore a mask, clearly just seeking attention.”

“Maybe she’s too ugly and afraid to scare us.”

“Maybe she thinks her work can’t compare to Miss Conner’s, so she wore the mask in advance to avoid embarrassment.”

Alison frowned as she looked at the figure on stage. She turned to Daisy and asked, “Daisy, don’t you think Elianna’s figure is somewhat similar to Madison’s?”

Daisy glanced at the empty seats behind her and couldn’t help but mock, “Absolutely not her. Besides, isn’t Madison just a housewife? What does she know about fashion design? Haven’t you noticed that Ross isn’t here either? Maybe they are up to something behind the scenes.”

Alison looked back. When she saw the empty seats, she relaxed a bit.

Alison thought, ‘Right, although the woman on stage is wearing a mask, she was dressed gracefully.

How could it be Madison?’

In her eyes, the outcome of this competition was decided. She sat here just to enjoy Elianna’s desperate struggle.

When Madison proposed to make the dresses on the spot, there was a wave of mockery from the audience.

The judges thought her suggestion was a joke.

The competition lasted only one hour, and she had to complete tasks like making the dresses, explaining, and canvassing for votes. This tested a designer’s professionalism and on-the-spot adaptability.

The first person to break this precedent was the top designer Georgia Gardner. In the last global fashion design competition, Georgia’s assistant accidentally ignited a decorative candle, causing the dresses to be destroyed. Georgia had to create them on the spot, and even with her skills, it took her an hour and a half to finish the dresses.

Although Elianna was famous, she could not compare with Georgia.

Alison almost laughed. She had been working on the dresses since she received the competition notice, spending a whole month to finish the four exquisite dresses. Elianna claimed she could finish all the steps in ant hour, which was ridiculous.

She lost interest in watching the show, leaving with Daisy. Instead of enjoying the clown’s performance, she’d rather spend time grooming herself to appear radiant in front of everyone. She also wanted to see how Arina was getting on with her winning press release.

Ignoring the audience’s ridicule, Madison, cutting fabric and explaining the creative concepts, continued her work.

“The first dress is called Rebirth. Marriage is not the tomb of love but the burning of one’s past, a complete rebirth together with the other half.

“The second dress is named Twilight. If love can last when the couple gets old, it should be the greatest fortune in the world.

“The third dress is called Glamorous Night. You gave me a flourishing life, and I repay you with a perpetual glamorous night. With you by my side, the long night is never desolate.

“The fourth dress is called Eternal Love. Everyone shall perish, but love never As Madison finished her words, the final stitch was done, and the four dresses were complete.

The venue was quiet at this moment, even the sound of the breeze passing through could be heard.

Someone started clapping, and soon thunderous applause followed.

Madison’s fingers were stiff at the moment, and the tips of her fingers were covered in numerous tiny blood spots. Beads of sweat dotted her forehead.

She didn’t know if she could finish the dresses at the appointed time. But when she heard the applause, she relaxed the tension.

Even if she couldn’t defeat Alison, as long as she completed the work, she wouldn’t lose so embarrassingly. Moreover, Alison’s work was from three years ago.

In Ross’s words, it wouldn’t be shameful to lose to herself.

The audience erupted in exclamations.

“Oh, my dear, each one is so beautiful. Black wedding dresses are so unique.”

“It’s so beautiful. It’s my first time seeing a designer create wedding dresses on the spot.”

“Rebirth, Twilight, Glamorous Night, and Eternal Love, each name has a profound meaning. I’m impressed by her talent.”

Compared to the audience’s curiosity, the judges were greatly shocked.

Madison had broken Georgia’s record. Both style and creativity were at the top level. She was simply gifted, and her hands didn’t tremble from start to finish. The dresses were finished in one go.

Famous for being strict, Chelsea Hill excitedly gave Madison a full mark, and the other three judges, seeing that even Chelsea gave a full mark, followed suit and gave Madison a full mark.

Even though Madison hadn’t invited any assistant guests, the audience gave her full support. After all, everyone was a witness to this miracle.

At this moment, Alison had changed into a bright red evening gown, wearing an expensive diamond necklace. She showed a formal smile as she prepared to receive the admiration of the crowd.

But when she saw the full marks on the big screen, she seemed struck by lightning. Her face turned pale, and she s t a g g e r e d. If it weren’t for Anna supporting her, Alison would have almost fallen.

Alison thought, “How’s this possible? It must be a problem with the electronic screen or the scorer!’

Chelsea personally handed the trophy to Madison, saying, “Ms. Atkins, you always bring us surprises.

Congratulations on winning this competition.”

Madison smiled. “Thanks for your praise.”

“No, you truly deserve it. Completing four dresses within an hour is not something an ordinary person can achieve. Even I have to admit defeat.”

Madison glimpsed Alison and said with a smile, “Actually, I have to thank someone for my victory.”

Chelsea had always wanted to know who Madison had learned the skills from, so she asked, “Are you referring to your mentor?”

Madison smiled, looking at Alison, and said, “Without Miss Conner’s help, I wouldn’t have been able to complete these four works smoothly. Speaking of which, Miss Conner is indeed my lucky star.”

Everyone followed her gaze, and Alison instantly became the focus of the audience.

At this moment, Alison felt extremely embarrassed. Even the red gown on her seemed particularly uncomfortable. She wished she could tear it off immediately.