“Hey, Mr. Adams, my friend!”
Katelyn instinctively turned toward the voice.
Jacques approached in a brightly colored suit, his beard playfully styled and his smile wide. His attire was bold, with clashing colors in a striking manner, making him stand out even in the crowded banquet hall.
A flicker of admiration crossed Katelyn’s eyes. It was easy to see why Jacques was a successful fashion designer. His daring use of color and unique tailoring was truly impressive.
Vincent glanced over at him, nodding in acknowledgment.
“Mr. Dashiell.”
Jacques extended his hand for a shake, his attention quickly shifting to Katelyn.
“Is this your guest tonight, Miss Katelyn Bailey? I’ve heard so much about you, but it’s our first meeting. And, I must say, you’re even more stunning in person.”
His eyes sparkled as he circled Katelyn, exclaiming, “Your face could grace a fairy tale! And this dress—what brand is it? It’s unlike anything I’ve seen.”
Katelyn smiled, adjusting her outfit slightly. “Thank you for such kind words. I actually designed this dress myself.”
Jacques touched his chin, feigning surprise. “You designed this? It surpasses my early work! If you had chosen fashion design, I might have had some serious competition.”
His admiration was genuine. In his gaze, there was not only appreciation but a sense of wonder.
This warm exchange made Katelyn view Jacques in a new light. Among the aristocrats she had met, besides Douglas, Jacques was the first to show neither arrogance nor dominance.
“Thank you. I admire your work too and own several of your pieces,” Katelyn replied with grace.
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Jacques dismissed the compliment with a casual wave. “Those were past triumphs. Let’s not dwell on them. I’m now focused on making my mark in the jewelry industry.”
“Industry. But for that, I’ll need Mr. Adams’ assistance.”
Vincent’s expression grew thoughtful. He didn’t respond immediately to Jacques’ comment, instead taking a moment to observe the crowd around them.
“The success of our collaboration depends on your ability to meet my needs and demonstrate your value.”
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He swirled his champagne confidently. “Don’t worry, Mr. Adams, I won’t disappoint you.”
Jacques was fully confident in his skills.
Vincent responded coolly, “I hope not.”
Vincent always prioritized his business interests and would not engage in anything that could harm them. Jacques, however, remained poised, his confidence unshaken. After years of building an extensive network, he now sought to leverage Vincent’s influence to push his career further.
“Removing Selina won’t be too challenging. Just dig up some scandal from her past and spark a media storm, and she’ll be out,” Jacques said nonchalantly, taking a leisurely sip of his champagne. “You might not be aware, but Selina has stayed influential in the jewelry sector due to Wilbert Duncan’s support. There’s a complicated relationship between them.”
“Wilbert Duncan?” Katelyn’s brow furrowed. The name sounded familiar, but she couldn’t place it. Jacques’ choice of the word “complicated” suggested there was more to Selina’s relationship with Wilbert than met the eye.
Vincent glanced at Katelyn, his expression unreadable. “Let me know if you need my assistance,” he said.
This was the opening Jacques had been waiting for. He settled into a chair, eager to divulge more.
“Selina keeps a tight lid on her life. We might need the hacker TS to unearth anything substantial on her.”
Katelyn’s hands tightened into fists at the mention of TS. At that moment, a gentle voice called from the entrance.
“Mr. Adams, what a lovely surprise to see you here!”
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