SWNOVELS Chapter 20
Chapter 20
Chapter 20
“Xan, you are really the most beautiful girl in the world, even prettier than any star I’ve seen during my years in showbiz!”
“Uncle, aren’t you exaggerating a bit?”
Xanthea laughed, but as she looked at her reflection in the mirror, her makeup and dress perfect for the event, she also felt a sense of novelty and estrangement.
“Not at all, when you step on stage, you’re going to steal the show!”
“What part are they at right now?”
“The judges are selecting this season’s finalists for the contest. I believe the list will be announced soon.”
From backstage, through a narrow pathway, they could get a general view of the expo hall. Xanthea tilted her head slightly and saw Orion? What was he doing here!
“Uncle, why is Orion here?”
“Oh, you haven’t heard? Yesterday, the Lockwood Group announced that he has officially taken over all enterprises under Twin Towers, including the TOYUM Group. So today, he’s attending as the CEO, and he will also be presenting the awards to the winners.”
“He’s now the chairman of the Lockwood Group, the top tycoon in Crestwood, Xan. If you debut project is in collaboration with him, that’s really starting on the shoulders of al giant.”
On ‘The Masked Singer’ stage, the host loudly announced, “After a fierce competition, these three contestants have been chosen as this season’s finalists: Hannah, Zoey, and Miranda. Let’s give them a big round of applause!”
Xanthea glanced at the big screen displaying the names, then back at Orion sitting in the prime seat, suddenly connecting some dots.
In her past life, Miranda had rocketed to fame with her song “Whispers in the Dark,” not only clinching the contest but also landing a major endorsement with TOYUM Group. Could Orion have noticed her then, gradually falling for her, leading them both down a troubled path?
As someone who had been through hardships, she couldn’t just stand by and watch him fall into the same traps. Today’s surprise entry had to succeed!
The host continued, “But let’s not get too excited just yet! Because next, we have three powerful mystery challengers stepping up. If they manage to overthrow our finalists, they’ll take their places! Are you all ready? Let’s welcome the challengers with a big round of applause!”
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Chapter 20
As the mystery challengers arrived, the crowd reignited with excitement. Among the applause, two challengers, one wearing a cat mask and the other a rabbit mask, managed to eliminate fimalists Hannah and Zoey with high scores. However, Miranda still remained ahead.
Miranda stood offstage, a confident smile playing on her lips.
She sneaked a peek at the distinguished man sitting in the VIP section, knowing she was the last challenger left. The TOYUM Group endorsement was almost hers.
“Now, let’s welcome our third challenger with warm applause. She will perform an original song titled ‘Butterfly. This will also be the grand finale of this season’s ‘The Masked Singer’. Will she make a surprising victory, or will Miranda defend her crown? Let’s find out!”
“Xan, don’t be nervous for your first stage appearance; I’ll be right here watching, you got this!”
Oliver placed a fox mask on Xanthea. She smiled slightly and picked up her gown, “Don’t worry.”
As the final act of ‘The Masked Singer’s third season began, everyone watched intently. Cameras zoomed in at the stage entrance, where a golden high heel slowly stepped forward.
The girl, her dress adorned with dazzling rhinestones, caught everyone’s eyes. Her elegant high heels, the shimmering hem of her gown, her flawlessly long legs, and the gentle curves of her waist dazzled like a beacon, walking amidst a radiant galaxy.
Instantly, the audience let out gasps of admiration and envy.
“Oh my God, it’s like a goddess has descended
“God, how can this lady be so stunning? I need all her info in three minutes; I’m g
her fan!”
“Holy smokes, that waist-to-hip ratio, those long legs, that perfect figure, forgive bluntness, but all I can say is wow!”
“She’s so beautiful, I don’t even want to blink. Is it even possible for someone this beautiful to actually exist?”
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