FASHION AND CRIME

rk to do. But at least, fo

faint noises as people were coming up and down the stairs, and everyone seemed busy p

w is the

s. A stunning white gown with beautiful decorations shined under the soft glow of

Will they see th

d through her hair, staring at the

ke it? What if they sa

she shook her head, pus

d for doubt now. I hav

reath. Her hands smoothed over the fabric one la

t. No turn

'Rus Meals,' Russell's restaurant. The delicious smell of freshly cooked food was

e I eat here, it's perfect. You've reall

k. "Thanks, Fernando. It wasn't easy,

o spoke again. "My jewelry shop's doing well too. B

restaurant did well last week too,

to have Mrs. Allison working here. She runs

t of a control freak. I like

feel the same way, but with

ernando asked, "Are you free to

g to a fashion show at Flora Gardens. I'm thinking

fun, but I've already g

nd headed to their cars. "Tak

oo, Fe

The open space was filled with beautiful flowers, neatly arranged along the walkways. Colorful tents and r

approached the seating area, an usher greeted him. "Welcome, Mr

itement as they waited for the show to begin. As he scanned the area, his eyes landed on a beautiful woman walking stylishly toward t

s with designers and models. Just before she proceeded, she briefly caught Russell's eyes,

ivian handed her a glass of wine. "You look amazi

mething special for today," Sy

inkling. "And look over there," she added, nodding tow

gaze and saw Russell. "Who is he?" she

, and the popular Rus Meals restaurant. He seems

tly. "Oh, really...he'

the crowd fell silent. The Master of Ceremony,

ay of fashion! Today, we're celebrating creativity, style, and arti

a collection by Milla Anderson, known for her eco-friendly designs.

lvania whispered to Vivian. "The

lla always has suc

ony returned to the stage. "Now, it's time for th

ng Sylvania's stunning designs. As each outfit was revealed, applause erupted across

heart pounded against her ribs as she peeked through the small gap

ike a wave. Hands clapped together, voices shouted her n

ars welled up in her eyes, blurring the dazzling stage before

t... They re

model take a majestic bow. The applause grew ev

ng. Relief flooded her body, melting away the weeks of sleeples

cheek, a bright, proud smi

did

d in his hand. "Now, the moment we've all been waiting for: the

breath caught in her throat. She close

as Calisto read the name. "The

o the stage. Milla Anderson handed her the award, a

e inspired us all. Congratu

zing team and everyone who has supported me. I want to thank my fellow designers and my fans for believing in me. Fashion isn't just about cloth

greeted by her team, who hugged her tightly. It was a moment she would never fo

lling Sylvania into a hug. "There's g

d, her heart full. "I couldn't ha

oached Sylvania with a smile on his face. Vivian, noticing h

a. You were amazing tonig

small laugh. "Thank you, Russ

tention. "I know we've already seen each other tonig

er hand. "I'm Sylvania Sc

ng her hand with a firm but gentle gr

er voice. "Though honestly, I never thought I'd be do

said, his smile widening. "You'

vania paused for a moment, then ask

n a few businesses, but this gar

ylvania said, her voice full of interest. "I'

Russell said, clearly pleased. "W

ked, "Why did you name t

anted to name my daughter Flora," he

brow, surprised. "So..

I'll meet someone soon." His eyes were on Sylvania as he s

eeling more at ease. "Well, I think you'

meeting you has definitely

gentle flutter in her chest. "

I hope this is just the beginning of our c