Chapter 77
Trotundo was once a legend in the fashion world.
Years ago, as prestigious luxury brands were fading under the weight of tradition, unable to keep up with the evolving trends of the new generation, it was the 25–year–old Leonardo who stepped in, taking matters into his own hands. He crafted a new line of clothes and bags that perfectly captured the zeitgeist of the modern era. His designs saved these old brands from disaster, reviving them and ushering the fashion world into a
Now, at 33, Leonardo had been in the industry for over a decade. Despite his years, he still looked youthful and handsome. In the fashion world, people called him “Master“-a tile that reflected his unshakable, exalted position
His protege. Sally, was the person he most admired, but there was also Zora–Flaine. Leonardo had once seen Elaine as his heir, his successor. But Elaine was too unconventional, too rebellious. She wasn’t someone to be confined to one industry, and that caused a complex mix of love and frustration for Leonarda.
Elaine, for her part, hadn’t responded to the older man’s feelings in quite some time. She had walked away from the Yeats family, and now, with her return to the world of fashion, she was determined to reclaim the glory that had once been hers
“Yes, Master, I’ve returned to Hosgland,” Elaine replied when she uw Leonardo’s message
“I knew it Leonardo responded, his words warm with nostalgia. Zora. I’ve always said you’re a diamond that can never be tarnished. Even though I haven’t seen you in years, I knew that someday, you’d return. And now, here you are.”
Flame felt a pang of guils as she read his message. She had abandoned so much when she left the Yeats family. But now that she had returned to her true self, she was ready to reclaim what was rightfully hers.
Leonardo continued, “This year, I’m preparing for a Spring/Fall Haute Couture show in Hosgland. I’m in need of a model for the closing walk. Zora. Id like to invite you”
Elaine was momentarily stunned. That was a twist she hadn’t expected. It was almost as if she had no choice but to agree. Yet, deep down, she knew that agreeing to this meant exposing herself eventually. She was bound to be unmasked
But, having already made up her mind to no longer be Blanca’s shadow, she didn’t care.
“Alright, I’ll do it, Elaine said, her decision made.
After a brief chat with Leonardo, she returned to the website, only to find herself bombarded with private messages. One was from a familiar face- Venom
Elaine remembered Venom well. They had worked together on a major hacking incident years ago. Anorland, a notorious group of hackers, had launched a brutal attack on Hosgland, but Venom and Flaine had teamed up to break through their defenses. They had hijacked the hackers network, leaving them with a year–long blackout.
The incident had caused a massive stir on the site, cementing both of their reputations, Venom’s message was simple. “Velvet, you’re back?” Elaine grinned and replied with a single word, “Yeah.”
Venom didn’t reply. Both were men of few words, but when they worked together, their collaboration was flawless.
Then, there was another message, this one from an unfamiliar user with the ID “Stormstrike.”
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“Velvet, they’re all saying you’re a big shot. You’d better prove it. If you take on the latest Level 4 mission, I’ll believe you’re the real deal. What do your say?
Elaine rolled her eyes. Storstrike’s tone reminded her far too much of her troublesome brother, Trevon.
“Trevon. I swear,” Elaine muntered under her breath, How could anyone he so obnoxious!
Stormstrike, sensing no response, pressed on, “What’s wrong? You scared?”
Then he added, “Let’s make a bet–let’s see who’s better, you or Nocturne. I don’t know who you are in real life, but Nocturne is the real deal” Elaine w
was fed up. She responded curtly. “Not my problem, not yours, got it?
Without hesitation, she blocked him. She had never seen such a delusional fan. A fan war, of all things, had somehow ended up on her doorstep. Trevon, still fuming from being ignored, was about to take to the forum to rant when a response caught his eye.
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“What? You dare question Velvet’s abilities? You’d better delete that comment now, or you’ll be the laughing stock of the forum. I’m doing this for your own good!”
The replies flooded in, ridiculing him mercilessly. The support for Velvet was overwhelming. Trevon had no words left, and for the first time, he felt completely out of his depth. Velvet had fans everywhere. How could he argue with that?
Elaine didn’t care to stay on the site any longer. She was hungry. She had only had a pack of milk earlier, and she was still growing. She needed something more substantial.
As she made her way downstairs, she ran into Abbot and Grace
“Elaine Abbot greeted her warmly.
“Grandma.” Elaine replied, giving her a small smile.
Abbot, unlike before, was no longer distant or solemn, He now regarded Elaine with a sort of adoration, as if she were a hero. After all, she could shoot walk the runway, and play the cello–all talents he admired deeply
“Elaine, is there something you need?” Abbot asked eagerly.
Elaine rubbed her stomach, saying she was hungry. Abbot immediately clapped his chest and said, “You’re hungry! Perfect 11l have the chefs make you something special. You were so tired at the charity event, playing that difficult piece. You’re so small and yet played so masterfully. You need to eat well to keep your strength up. What would you like? I’ll have it prepared right away. If they don’t make it well. Ell hire another chef to make sure you’re satisfied”
Elaine couldn’t help but laugh at the sudden change in Abbot’s demeanor. She sat down, amused by how he fawned over her now,
As they enjoyed their meal, the doorbell rang. The Yeats family had arrived, requesting to see Elaine.
The butler, watching Elaine at the table, looked at her with awe. She was radiant now, no longer the messy, downtrodden girl who had left the Years family. He couldn’t help but marvel at how things had changed. The Years family had once viewed her as just another poor relative. But now, things were unfolding in ways no one could understand.
Tucker, it seemed, had almost broken ties with his own family because of Elaine. Even though he was still at home, his sarcastic tone had made life unbearable for Tracy and Bianca, yet they couldn’t do anything about it. Tucker blamed them all for Elaine’s decision to cut ties with the family
Could it be that Elvine’s background was more complicated than anyone realized?
The butler’s thoughts were spot on.
“Miss, Finley knows you’ve called off the engagement. He’s in the Yeats family, refusing to leave until he sees you. The others are at a loss. It wasn’t just that Finley refused to leave; it seemed his presence had caused quite the stir within the Years family
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