Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

ounterback of the Despised Luna Chapter 530 Don't Tip Her Off 62% 48 Pearls "Oh...." Upon hearing that, Camilla's expression drooped, and she propped her chin up with her hand, looking utterly dejected. "Why are you leaving again so soon? I thought you cback this tto continue being the backbone of the design studio. After you and Yura left, we have really missed you." "I missed you all too... Well, but speaking of which, youve really changed a lot.” I looked at Camilla with an approving expression.

Camilla laughed and patted her chest in a mock-serious manner. "This is what they call... Well, a lot can change in a short time." As we reminisced about our former colleagues at the design studio, they started trickling back in from outside. The moment they saw me, without exception, their faces lit up with surprise and excitement. In no time, they gathered around, bombardingwith questions-how I'd been, where I was living, and when I planned to return. I patiently answered each of them, one by one. Camilla finally found an opening and grabbed my arm. "Oh, right! I believe you mentioned returning for a design competition, correct? Have you finished your designs and outfits?" "Oh..." I mused. "The design drafts are done, and I've revised them a few times, so there shouldn't be any major issues. But I also cback to see if the stuhas any good materials or other sketches I can use for fine details. As for the actual outfits ... I can get them done in the next few days, but that means I'll probably be bothering you all a lot." I grinned and added a polite remark. It was only with these friends-and Caden-that I could truly relax.

"Oh, con! There's no need to be so polite with us. This stuwas originally yours and Yura's, after all. If anything, you're still the boss." "Exactly! Loe, when did you begin to feel distant from us? We'd love for you to drop by every day. Honestly, we wish you'd just stay and work with us again instead of going back to Rivemon." Everyone chimed in, offering words of encouragement mixed with playful complaints and jokes. Seeing them like this, I couldn't help but smile from the bottom of my heart.

No matter what, only true friends will always treat you with kindness.

"Oh, by the way, Camilla," I turned to her and said, "once I finalize the outfits, I'll need you to submit them for the competition. I'll tell you the exact deadline tomorrow, just so you don't forget." Camilla snapped her fingers with a confident grin. “Leave it to me! I used to be the one delivering our designs for competitions all the time. There's no way I'd forget something like this!" I nodded and smiled at my colleagues. "Alright, alright. Back to work, everyone." Half an hour later, I told Camilla that I was heading out. But just as I stepped out of the office, I unexpectedly caught sight of a familiar figure by the door.

Anna-Candice? What in cho dainn hann? 1/2 Chapter 530 Don't Tip Her Off I frowned slightly but quickly composed myself the moment she looked over.

"What a coincidence! We meet again." Candice beamed with surprise and walked over to greet me.

I smiled back, silently marveling at her acting skills-but I wasn't bad at this geither.

Feigning surprise, I said, "Yeah, what a coincidence! What brings you here?" +8 Pearls "Oh, I got bored being alone, so I quit my job. Wasn't happy there anyway. I decided to travel abroad. I heard this design stumakes great clothes, so I cto check it out. I wanted one of their designers to create a gown for me. Who doesn't want a beautiful dress, right?" She tilted her head, looking curious. "What about you? What are you doing here?" I let out a quiet breath. I had no idea what Candice was scheming, but if I wanted to find out, I couldn't give myself away too soon.

"Oh, I'm just here visiting a friend. She's an intern at the studio, so I stopped by to check on her." "I see

Candice nodded thoughtfully, but she quickly perked up again, flashinga smile, "You know, we keep running into each other like this. How about grabbing lunch together? It's on me." If someone was naturally warm and friendly, it wouldn't be unusual. But for someone to be this persistent toward a casual acquaintance, it was suspicious.

Especially if that person was Candice.

I considered it for a moment. Truthfully, I wanted to know what she was really up to.

But I shook my head and politely declined. "No need. I just stopped by on my way somewhere else, and I have surgent matters to take care of. Maybe another time?" "Oh, I see. Alright then." Candice nodded, looking regretful.

I didn't actually leave. The moment I stepped out the door, I turned right back around-just in tto see Candice walking into the studio. I pulled out my phone stepped farther away, and sent Camilla a message. "Watch out for someone who requests a custom gown. She calls herself Anna-she's my rival. Don't tip her off, got it?" "Got it!" 2.0K 0 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLliIofifl0&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1