Chapter 57

Once the banquet drew to an end, the city lights gradually shimmered to life outside.

Spotting a chance when nobody was paying attention, Eleanor approached Fannie and took a quick peek at her not far away.

Fannie's face looked bright and healthy, and her whole energy felt vibrant and spirited.

As long as Fannie took it easy, there likely wouldn't be any serious issues.

After that, Eleanor turned away and returned to the apartment with Lillian.

Lillian barely made it through the door before flopping onto the couch, grinning from ear to ear."Eleanor, did you see Lainey? She couldn't even wait for the banquet to end before storming out! She's definitely hiding something! I swear, I can't get over it!"

The memory of Lainey struggling to look calm while panicking inside made Lillian all the more pleased with herself.

Seeing Lillian so delighted, Eleanor couldn't help but smile, too. Before she could say a word, her phone started buzzing on the coffee table.

Betsy's name flashed on the screen. "Sorry to bother you, boss. Here's the situation. There's a lady in the shop saying she's getting married soon. She wants a custom wedding gown done right away and doesn't care what it costs. She insists we accept her request.I honestly don't know what to do, so I wanted to ask you first."

Lillian overheard Betsy's call thanks to her sharp ears.

Excitement danced in her eyes as she chimed in with a sly grin, "Eleanor, you can't pass this up! Just think about it, your design on that manipulator at her own wedding. That'll be a sight to see!" If there was drama to be found, Lillian wanted a front-row seat.

Even so, Eleanor found herself intrigued by Lainey's little scheme.

A smirk appeared on Eleanor's face as she responded with ease, "Go ahead and accept the order. Just make sure she knows the fee is $10million."

"$10 million?" Besty's voice shot up in surprise.

Normally,their custom gowns didn't go for more than five million.

That amount sounded outrageous, as if they were demanding a fortune fit for royalty.

Still, Eleanor had given her orders, and Besty wasn't about to argue. "Understood, boss."

Once she ended the call, Besty headed over to where Lainey was waiting and flashed her a cheerful grin."Miss Gilbert, the main office has approved your request,Because the deadline is so tight, all the designers and craftspeople will need to work extra hours. As for the price-"

A surge of excitement showed on Lainey's face as she interjected, "Whatever it costs, I'll pay it. Just tell me."

She figured, no matter how fancy a dress could be,the price tag couldn't possibly be outrageous.

Besty offered a calm smile and raised ten fingers."$10 million."

Lainey's happiness faded on the spot, her eyes going wide with disbelief. "W-what did you say?"

Unfazed, Besty kept her polite expression and repeated, "$10 million, Miss Gilbert."

That kind of money could easily snatch up a whole collection of top-tier gowns from other luxury brands!

Enigma's creations rarely broke the five million mark before, so when did their prices shoot up like this? Was Besty seriously trying to puIl one over on her?

Lainey felt the urge to walk out then and there.

But her pride held her back. She had already promised everyone her intentions-failing to get the dress now would only make her look ridiculous.

She feared the thought of becoming the punchline among the socialites.

There was no way she would let herself endure that kind of humiliation!

Besides, she wasn't the one paying the bill, anyway.

Determined not to lose face, she squared her shoulders and forced out a response. "Alright, you've got a deal! $10 million!"

Her hand shook as Lainey filled out the paperwork for the custom gown.

Still, in her mind, it was a fair price to pay for all eyes on her.

Eleanor would never outshine her.