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Chapter 25 - An ultimatum from an arrogant designer

Leonard Winston was somewhat annoyed yet amused. Rachel Saintclair always managed to bring him unexpected surprises, and this had never ceased in the past three years. Perhaps this was one of the reasons why he couldn't bear to part with her.

"Isn't little sister - in - law coming?" Ethan Winston raised his heroic eyebrows and asked.

"Nope." Leonard Winston replied casually, swirling the wine glass in his hand. The crimson liquid in the glass traced enchanting curves continuously.

"Ah, it's so hard to get to see little sister - in - law," Ethan Winston complained exaggeratedly.

Leonard Winston stared at him for a while and then suddenly asked, "What? Are you that interested in her?"

"Haha, not really," Ethan Winston laughed heartily. "Since I found out she's my little sister - in - law, I've never really had a chance to get close to her. You know, the first thing that happened to me right after I returned to the country was that she dragged me onto the street and forced me to be a model. Don't try to shirk your responsibility. You gave your consent too."

Leonard Winston thought about it and realized it was true. At that time, Ethan Winston said he was stopped by a crazy woman who insisted he put on clothes and be a model. Naturally, he had tacitly agreed. But who could have known that the woman who stopped people in the street was his wife, Rachel Saintclair!

However, ever since learning Rachel Saintclair's identity, Ethan Winston had been eager to get close to her. Moreover, after witnessing Rachel Saintclair being intimate with another man...

Leonard Winston shook his head. Perhaps he was being too sensitive. It was ridiculous to think that Ethan Winston might have feelings for Rachel Saintclair.

"There will always be opportunities. Maybe next time," Leonard Winston said indifferently.

"Exactly. Bring little sister - in - law out more often. We're all family," Ethan Winston mumbled as he popped a strawberry into his mouth.

Today, Leonard Winston had come to George Winston's place mainly because of the widely - spread gossip from a few days ago. From their conversation, Ethan Winston vaguely learned that this little sister - in - law didn't seem to be well - received in the Winston family.

It seemed that the marriage was just for the shares in George Winston's hands. Come to think of it... Leonard Winston didn't seem to care much about her either.

However, the relationship between Leonard Winston and Rachel Saintclair wasn't what Ethan Winston was concerned about. He really liked this little sister - in - law. He was curious about what she did every day and wondered if she felt sad about not being favored.

A person like her probably wouldn't be sad, Ethan Winston thought. After all, he himself didn't have the courage to stop people in the street like she did.

The next day, it was drizzling in Bayview City. The weather in this season was always changeable, sometimes with a warm spring breeze, and sometimes with a cool spring rain.

Sam Jenkins called to urge again. Since there was no way to delay any longer, Rachel Saintclair sent Wendy Howard to Sunray Jewelry.

Rachel Saintclair thought that Wendy Howard had been with her for so many years and was also a designer herself. This trip could be a good opportunity for her to gain more experience. Most importantly, she didn't want to see Henry Edwards.

When Wendy Howard came back, Rachel Saintclair was in the fitting room, adjusting the clothing combinations on the mannequins. The design drawings for Majesty had been completed, and the sample clothes had also been made. What she was doing now was to put the sample clothes on the mannequins for further refinement and modification.

The fitting room was built in the center of the entire hall, surrounded by transparent glass, so that the situation inside could be seen from anywhere.

There were four mannequins in the fitting room. The surroundings were filled with clothes racks and accessory racks. A workbench in the corner was already piled with drawings and various materials.

When Wendy Howard came back, she saw Rachel Saintclair in the fitting room, gesturing back and forth with a chain on the mannequin, looking serious and troubled.

She hesitated for a moment. She felt it might not be appropriate to disturb Rachel Saintclair when she was working so attentively. But if she didn't, things might get even worse...

Thinking of Henry Edwards and Sam Jenkins' faces... Wendy Howard sighed and knocked on the door.

Rachel Saintclair didn't hear anyone approaching, so Wendy Howard had to push the door open and enter.

"Rachel."

"Ah? Wendy, you're back," Rachel Saintclair glanced at her and continued with her work.

"Sis, what are you doing?" Wendy Howard saw that Rachel Saintclair was struggling to place a chain on the mannequin, looking dissatisfied no matter how she arranged it.

"Well... The sample clothes for Majesty are out. You know we need to add jewelry to this batch of rush - made sample clothes. But if we do, the clothes will seem a bit too cumbersome."

Wendy Howard looked at the mannequin. The clothes were indeed beautiful and unique, with dazzling colors, just like the name "Majesty" suggested. But as Rachel Saintclair said, the clothes were already perfect enough, and there was no need to add any accessories. No matter where the jewelry was placed, it seemed redundant.

Rachel Saintclair gestured for a long time and finally gave up. Sensing this was a chance, Wendy Howard said, "Rachel, I've met Henry Edwards."

Rachel Saintclair responded with an "mm" and asked, "What did they say?"

Wendy Howard nervously swallowed her saliva and said, "They said... if you don't go, they'll cancel the contract."

Rachel Saintclair's hand stopped, and Wendy Howard was also very worried.

"Did... Henry Edwards say that?"

"...Yes," Wendy Howard nodded. In fact, the original words were even more offensive.

Rachel Saintclair tapped the edge of the table with her fingers. Judging from Wendy Howard's expression and her understanding of Henry Edwards, she could probably guess what the original words were like.

Henry Edwards was forcing her to meet him.

Cancel the contract? Hah, what a bold statement! Sunray Jewelry really spoiled him. He could cancel the contract as he pleased, even though the partner was the renowned Winston Group!

But it was true. Henry Edwards' jewelry, no matter which company it partnered with, could greatly enhance the brand's popularity and profits. His designs were priceless, and he was the one who had the luxury to be picky.

And Majesty... Without Henry Edwards' jewelry, it would be meaningless. This was a difficult situation for Rachel Saintclair.

Anyway, she couldn't let the cooperation between the two companies fail.

Presumably Henry Edwards was well - aware of this, so he dared to demand the cancellation of the contract so confidently.

"Rachel, what should we do..." Wendy Howard saw Rachel Saintclair's expression changing rapidly. Her cold smile at the moment made Wendy Howard shudder.

The arrogant attitude of Sunray Jewelry made Wendy Howard very unhappy. Moreover, they showed great disdain for her status as Rachel Saintclair's assistant.

Henry Edwards said, "You're not qualified to talk to me. Tell your Rachel Saintclair to come, or I'll make you pay dearly."

Wendy Howard was very sad. Although she was an assistant, she was also a designer, after all! Being looked down upon like this...

Rachel Saintclair patted Wendy Howard's shoulder to comfort her. "Wendy, you've been wronged. It's my fault for not thinking it through. I'm sorry."

Upon hearing this, Wendy Howard quickly shook her head. "No, it's not your fault. That Henry Edwards is just a bad guy! We're in a very passive position in this matter. But Rachel, do you really have to meet that annoying designer?"

"What else can I do?" Rachel Saintclair sighed. "I can't let the company bear the loss. Sigh..." It seemed that meeting Henry Edwards was inevitable. Maybe this was fate.

Camille Dubois was right. One should face difficulties bravely. When soldiers come, block them with a wall; when water comes, stop it with earth. When encountering mountains, cut through them; when meeting rivers, build a bridge.

"Okay, I'll contact that arrogant Henry Edwards later. I'm going to teach him a good lesson. His jewelry is so over - the - top that no designer can stand it! How can it be so showy and overshadow the main thing?" Rachel Saintclair pretended to be angry.

"As for you, I'll give you a day off tomorrow. But it's not just for nothing. Go to South Lake to do some sketching, find some inspiration, and observe what people on the street are wearing. Hand in your practice sketches to me before the end of this month."

Wendy Howard knew that Rachel Saintclair was trying to cheer her up, and all her unhappiness disappeared immediately.

"Rachel, thank you."