The Substitute Bride: Making Memories Of Us (Lois Stone)

Chapter 164: He Cared About This Fashion Show As Much As She Did 

Ever since that night, Ayla didn't bring up everything that happened anymore, and Brian never bothered her whenever they were in the company.

Besides, if she didn't contact him on her own, they would hardly ever see each other.

She was happy with this kind of setup.

At the moment, Brian was sitting in his office.

It had been over two days since he got the drug from Jaime, and a medical test report came along with it.

From the report, he learned just how powerful the drug was.

The reason Ayla had a high fever from time to time was because of this drug's side effects.

While he was deep in thought, he heard a knock on the door.

He stashed the drug into the drawer of his desk, and said, "Come in."

It was Anna.

She had brought a document.

"Brian."

"Take a seat."

Brian took the document from her and carefully read it.

"Tomorrow is the first day of the fashion season.Make sure that nothing goes wrong."

Sitting across him, Anna asked, "Brian, are you worried about Ayla?"

"Why would you think that? If something happened on the very first day of the fashion season, our company will suffer the consequences," Brian remarked.

In the past two days, even if he didn’t do or say anything, Anna could tell what was going on in his mind.

She poured a cup of tea and placed it in front of him.

"Brian, with me around, everything will go smoothly."

Anna knew that the coming event was vital to the Clark Group's future.

Therefore, for the sake of the company, she must not let anything go wrong during the event.

Glancing back at her, Brian said, "Alright.You can go back to work now."

He had already left this matter into Anna's hands, so he didn't plan on interfering.

Not long after, she left his office.

But instead of going back to her own office, she decided to drop by the Design Department.

Anna approached Ayla, and said, "You and Linda have to go to the venue of the event in advance tomorrow.Would that be fine with you?"

If she was being honest, Linda was unwilling to go because the event had nothing to do with her.

Moreover, she didn't want to see Ayla's triumphant look there.

Linda walked up to Anna.

"Miss Anna, going there in advance isn't a problem for me, but I can't say the same for Ayla."

Based on her tone, she was obviously envious.

She absolutely loathed Ayla, but she had to go there tomorrow, and it was unavoidable to see her smug face once the event had taken off.

Linda knew that Brian was doing everything in his power to help Ayla.

And according to his plan, she would become a popular designer from tomorrow on.

Ayla stared at Linda.It seemed that they were fated to be enemies.

This woman had never liked her.

She did this while they were still in Italy, and she was doing it again now that they were in Antawood.

Anna turned to Linda.

"Miss Linda, what are you implying?"

"Nothing."

Linda decided to go back to her seat.

The following day, Ayla arrived at the department store Prario early in the morning.

But not long after, Brian also appeared.

They shared a bed, so sneaking out without him noticing her was impossible.

However, he didn't let her notice him.

In reality, he also cared about this fashion season event, just as much as she did.

It was already nine o'clock, and the place was full of people.

So many people attended because it was a big event hosted by the Clark Group.

Even though the venue was small, all of the attendees had a good background.

The dressing room was bustling.

All the stylists were busy doing hair and makeup for the ten models, and even Linda was there to help them.

Ayla came out of the dressing room.

She had checked the outfits yesterday, making sure that there were twenty in total.

But now, she found that one of them was missing.

‘What on earth happened?” Ayla quickly went to the underground warehouse, and Linda followed suit.

She kept searching around the warehouse.She was certain that she had put everything in place yesterday, but one of them went missing out of the blue.

How could she not get agitated? Meanwhile, Brian was busy keeping the guests entertained.

Many of them attended the event for him and the Clark Group.

Naturally, they were also curious about the group's mysterious new designer.

The Clark Group was a novice in the fashion industry, but it quickly rose through the ranks due to its partnership with one of the biggest brands in Italy, Starlight Fashion Hub.

"Mr.Clark, I've heard that your new designer is talented.We've seen the leaflet, and we think her works are incredible!"

A middle-aged man approached Brian.

He was the editor-in-chief of a fashion magazine, and he also happened to be the boss.

Obviously, he wanted to partner up with the Clark Group.

If their magazine could publish an issue about the Clark Group's fashion trend, their revenue would certainly grow exponentially!

"Really? You have good taste.Perhaps you can provide us with a bit of advice later," Brian remarked with a smile.

While the two of them were chatting, Anna came over.

"Brian, it's about time to start."

He shifted his gaze towards her and nodded.

He noticed that Hayden, Miley, Toby, and Molly had attended the event.

Actually, he wasn't surprised to see them here.

If Hayden was here, his wife would definitely come with him.

After all, during such an occasion, many enchanting women were present.

As for Toby, Brian knew that he came for Ayla.

And since he was coming, Molly would definitely be there to keep an eye on him.

Brian decided to approach Hayden and Toby. Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

"Mr.Smith, Mr.Brown, I'm honored that you graced this event with your presence!"

Hayden shook hands with him.

"How could I decline your gracious invitation?"

Before long, the group of people seated themselves in the front seats.

Brian gave Anna a look, indicating that she could begin the show.

As soon as she entered the dressing room, she couldn't find Ayla anywhere.

"Ellie, where's Miss Woodsen?" she asked.

‘What on earth is she doing at a time like this?’

"I have no idea.I just saw her moments ago.Maybe she went to the bathroom?"

Ellie was also busy, so she didn't notice where Ayla might've gone.

"Never mind.Let's just begin."

Anna didn't want to keep the guests waiting.

During this time, Linda came over, and said, "Doesn't Ayla know how important this event is? Where could she have gone on such an important day? How could she disappear right when the event is about to begin?"

Anna glanced at Linda, and asked, "You didn't see her either?"

"I was busy.I can't keep an eye on her all the time.Today is a big day for her.Maybe she's somewhere putting on makeup?"

After saying that, Linda walked away.

Anna didn't think too much about it anymore.

Maybe when it was time for her to show up, she would naturally appear.

Brian went into the lounge, followed by Hank.

"Mr.Clark."

"Tell Anna to come here."

As he sat in the lounge, lighting up a cigarette, he felt that something was amiss.

Ayla should be with him right now instead of managing things backstage.

Even if he was avoiding him, now was not the right time.

She wasn't the kind of person who would act unprofessional in the workplace.