Although Sophie was becoming more popular again, people still remembered that she used to fill in as a backup model for Amber.
In contrast, Amber had enjoyed a smooth career before, but at the end of the day, she was always stuck as a B-Grade Model. No matter how hard she tried, she just couldn't reach the top of the modeling world.
Fans of both Sophie and Amber began to argue fiercely, debating whether Sophie had more professionalism or if Amber was more visually appealing.
This was typical in the entertainment industry, where the spotlight frequently shifted from one person to another.
Sophie, meanwhile, was focused on staying in the public eye to dodge any underhanded tactics from Global Pictures. She also aimed to keep Amber from meddling in her affairs.
With Nathan elevating her to Amber's level, Sophie felt she had achieved her goal.
"Sophie, are you going to take this job?" Ashley asked eagerly over the phone.
Nathan's efforts to show concern for Sophie by arranging a prestigious international magazine gig made it hard for her to refuse. Turning it down might make her appear small-minded.
"Even though Nathan didn't ask for your input, if you're not interested, we can figure something else out," Ashley suggested.
"I'll take it!" Sophie responded decisively.
"Alright, got it. It's great that you'll be sharing the stage with Amber. The audience will get to see Amber in action, and they'll realize that, at best, she serves as your backdrop," Ashley replied. "Tomorrow morning, there will be a company meeting. I'll pick up Lisa first, then come by to get you."
"Okay!" Sophie agreed with a nod.
Ashley appeared to be settling into the routine.
After hanging up the phone, Sophie returned to her cooking in the kitchen. Despite Noah's insistence that she shouldn't bother, she never saw herself as too delicate for the task. To her, cooking for her husband was a privilege she cherished!
When Noah arrived home, he discovered Sophie bustling in the kitchen. Sneaking up behind her, he scooped her off her feet and set her gently on the kitchen counter, enclosing her with his arms.
"You remember what happens when you don't listen to me, right?" he teased.
Sophie wrapped her arms around his neck, playfully swinging her legs. "Oh, don't tell me you're planning to eat me!" she replied with a mischievous grin.
"You really don't know how to be scared, do you?" Noah chuckled as he lifted Sophie once more, carrying her into the living room and gently placing her on the sofa.
"Today marks your big comeback, so let me take care of dinner!" he insisted.
Sophie nodded in agreement, removing her apron and playfully draping it over Noah's shoulders.
Noah stood tall, with a well-built physique that made him quite noticeable. When he put on his business shirts, the smooth fabric clung to his chest just right, hinting at the toned muscles beneath. Sophie's gaze often lingered on him, captivated by the subtle strength he carried.
Later, all that remained was the image of a man hard at work, chopping with ease. He was calm and skilled, moving with a quiet assurance that spoke volumes about his capability.
He handled his ingredients with the same approach he applied to his life: quick, efficient, and without leaving any mess behind. Every movement was deliberate and precise, much like a carefully crafted work of art.
Sophie tried to calm her racing heart as she made her way to the bedroom. To her surprise, she found a bouquet of red roses elegantly placed at the head of their bed.
With excitement, Sophie gathered the roses in her hands, leaning in to inhale their delightful fragrance. The sweet scent of the beautiful blooms filled her senses with joy.
However, nestled among the flowers, she spotted a small package. Her curiosity piqued, Sophie carefully picked it up to examine it more closely.
Her cheeks flushed a deep shade of red as she realized what it was. Did Noah plan for an intimate evening with her tonight? Was she supposed to acknowledge the presence of these Durex, or should she act as if she hadn't noticed them at all?