Chapter 9 His Change
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For a few days in a row, Cristina and Reece had stayed in the headlines.
It seemed Cristina had been discouraged by the opening ceremony incident, so Reece went out of his way to make it up to his lover–throwing parties for her and taking her everywhere with him.
Julissa turned off the TV and cursed secretly, “Asshole!”
“Achoo!”
Reece sneezed suddenly and stared out of the window with a frown.
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“Reece.” Cristina walked over. She had just finished the publicity photo shoot for “Harvest“, the new product of Diaz Jewelry. The silk dress hugged her curves and enhanced her striking presence. “What’s wrong? Is there anything on your mind?”
Somehow, she felt Reece had changed since she came back from abroad. While she took photos before, he’d never turned his eyes away from her. She could always feel his care no matter when and where. But now…
He was always absent–minded.
Hearing Cristina’s words, Reece finally came to his senses.
Somehow, he was absent–minded for no reason. Images of Julissa kept flashing through his mind–her piercing gaze on Emerald Street, her scathing criticism laced with anger and disappointment, her stubborn refusal of Melvin, and her biting remark that Diaz Jewelry would never have another hit…
That woman…
Reece rubbed the middle of his brows in a fret.
He settled his gaze on Cristina and then said gently, “The ‘Harvest‘ is the only new product of the Diaz Group over the past three years, so I’m a bit stressed out.”
With no new designs able to surpass the “Eternity” piece Julissa had once worn, the Diaz Group had been scouring for raw stones and developing fresh creations. Finally, they created “Harvest” three years later.
“Oh, I see.” Cristina let out a long breath and stroked the jewel on her body. She said confidently, “You have me this
time. We’ll make it.”
She was convinced the Diaz family would accept her as Reece’s wife–if only her collaboration with him succeeded and outshone Julissa’s legendary “Eternity“.
“Hmm.”
With a gentle touch, Reece tucked Cristina’s hair behind her ear before saying to his subordinate, “Release the new
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product trailer in three days.”
“Got it, Mr. Diaz.”
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Three days later, the trailer for the new product of Diaz Jewelry, “Harvest“, was broadcast on the screens of all the landmark buildings in Archdale. The raw stone they used this time was the crystal–clear gem, inlaid with small over- lapping diamonds. The design was simple yet elegant.
The Diaz Group spent a huge sum promoting the new product. Besides, due to the scandal of Reece and Cristina, the sales of “Harvest” had skyrocketed and approached that of “Eternity” after it was launched.
Yet, Julissa clenched her phone when she saw all that.
So shameless!
She had seen the same design among her mother’s relics as “Harvest“! It was just that the design had been kept on the shelf because there were no suitable gems for decoration.
Why did Cristina have the manuscript?
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Julissa immediately searched “Harvest” online and found its designers were Cristina and Caroline!
Julissa broke out in a cold sweat.
People all knew that Caroline had disappeared from the industry.
Most people thought she had retired. Only Julissa knew that she had passed away.
But now, the Diaz Group just put Caroline’s name on their new product! No wonder it could be so well–received… That was simply for the sake of Caroline!
Julissa couldn’t stand this anymore.
“Making a name with my mom’s reputation! You’re such a shame, Reece!” she thought.
Julissa was about to get up and demand an explanation when she saw the news on the screen not far away that said the Diaz Group would hold the press conference for “Harvest” at 8 pm tonight.
Here came her chance.
“Zayne,” Julissa made a call and said. “Can you help me get into the press conference of the Diazs tonight?”
“No problem.”
At 8 pm.
Almost all renowned journalists in Archdale were at the press conference. Wearing a cap, Julissa pretended to be a journalist mixed in the crowd.
It was more of a commendation for Cristina rather than a press conference.
The new product earned the praise of almost all industry professionals. Not only did it finally shake her reputation as
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just eye candy, but it cemented her status as a top–tier designer. Plus, her cooperation with Caroline served as an icing on the cake for her.
With the help of Melvin, Caroline, and Reece, Cristina was like God’s favored princess now.
“Ms. Hurley, Caroline has retired for years. How did you persuade her to get back to the business?”
Hearing that, Julissa couldn’t help pricking up her ears.
“Caroline and my master are good friends. As for the design, after I made the first draft, I asked Ms. Sherman to re- view it for me. She gave me some advice. To show some respect for her, I added her signature.”
That implied that it was designed by herself.
Julissa almost bit her nails into her palms.
“Just as expected of Mr. Barrett’s student. I heard the advance sales of ‘Eternity‘ have exceeded that of ‘Harvest‘. Is it
true?”
Cristina smiled coyly.
“We should all aim higher and farther. I never see ‘Eternity‘ as my target.”
It meant that she had never taken “Eternity” to heart and that her goal was even higher.
Julissa smiled and pushed her cap lower. Finally, she couldn’t help standing up.
“Ms. Hurley, word has it that Ms. Sherman has passed away. How did you get her advice and make this design?”
Instantly, her words caused a sensation.
Cristina’s face fell and then cracked into a standard smile.
“Miss, you gotta mind your language. If you’re here to mess around, I’ll have the security take you away.”
This was the venue of the Diazs. Right after she said that, some security guards had come here to take her out.
“Ms. Hurley! I…”
Before she finished her words, Julissa found her microphone had been turned off.
Then, she was surrounded by several security guards and taken out of the venue.
She didn’t even have a chance to disclose the truth.
Before she left, she still heard the compere’s voice.
“According to our investigation, that woman snuck in here under the guise of a journalist. We assume she’s Ms. Hur- ley’s anti–fan. Don’t let her ruin our mood. Please continue the interview!”
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How could the Diazs distort the truth like that?
Julissa looked miserable at the moment. Even her coat was torn off.
“Let go.”
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A deep voice came from behind. The security guards loosened their grips as if being startled and all lowered their heads discreetly.
“Mr. Diaz.”
Reece put on a stern look.
“Get lost.”
Julissa thought Reece was talking about her. Mad as she was, she knew this was Reece’s place. If she confronted him here, she wouldn’t come to a good end.
But as soon as she turned around, Reece blocked her way.
“You wanna run away after making trouble?”
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