The Secret Beneath Her Name (Celeste) novel Chapter 28

-more stylish, more refined. Not long after, she finished the adjustments and

The dress looked even better after Celeste’s alterations–mo held it against Marcus. “What do you think?”

Marcus stood there, his gaze fixed on the dress in her hands. He said. Try it on.”

“Alright” Celeste took the dress and went to the fitting room. When she stepped out, she was already wearing the modified Nebula

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Celeste was always beautiful, but in this dress, she looked even more stunning. The shimmering fabric cast a soft glow over her. accentuating her perfect figure.

Even without makeup, Celeste’s delicate features were strikingly refined.

Marcus and Cassian were both momentarily speechless as they took in the sight of her.

Seeing their silence. Celeste asked. “How’s the final look?”

Marcus snapped out of it quickly and replied, “That’s pretty,”

Cassian added. “It looks like it was made just for you. It’s perfect.”

Celeste smiled at their compliments and took a seat. “Since both of you think the dress is good to go, let’s bring in the stylist.”

Marcus glanced at Cassian. “Call them in.

“Yes, Mr. Hale.” Cassian nodded and left.

Once he was gone, Marcus stood behind Celeste, studying her reflection in the mirror. “Did you study design?” he asked.

Celeste had learned tailoring from an elderly woman she deeply respected, but after her passing, she rarely touched sewing again, Today was the first time in years.

Celeste smiled. “I learned a

someone i really admired.”

“Ever thought about becoming a designer?” Marcus asked.

Celeste raised a brow. “I don’t have a license for that

Marcus looked at her seriously and said, “My company values talent above all else. Whether you have a certificate or not doesn’t matter. If v youre interested, Id be happy to hire you as a designer.”

Celeste’s designs were unique and innovative. If she joined his company, Marcus could see the potential for dominating the fashion industry.

Ravenshire and the global market. So he needed

After all, Marcus’s goal was to make the Hale Group an irreplaceable force in both B exceptional talent like Celeste.

Celeste hesitated. Becoming a designer wasn’t in her plans. Her dream was still to be a doctor–one who could develop new treatments and medicines to help those suffering from illnesses.

for

After a moment, Celeste turned him down. “Thanks, but designing isn’t my dream. Still, if you ever need something, I can make it f you–free of charge”

Free of charge? Marcus thought. He let out a soft chuckle. “You really like giving me free things, don’t you

But Celeste only did this for him. For others, she still charged. Marcus was different to her.

“You saved my life. The least I can do is return the favor, Celeste

people,” Marcus said. “If I ever need a design from you, I’ll pay you market price.”

After a while, Cassian rushed back, looking flustered. “Had news, Mr. Hale! The makeup artist is missing!”

“If you want to be fired, just say so, Marcus said sharply. “No need to test my patience over and over

The heavy atmosphere in the room made him nervous. Cassian swallowed hard. Tm sorry, Mr. Hale. I let you down.

Marcus continued, his expression ice–cold, “If you know that, then why did you let this happen? I don’t believe for a second that the makeup artist, the lead model, and the final dress all disappeared or got ruined by coincidence. Someone did this on purpose.

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