After being reborn, I became the big boss's darling.

As of today, everyone in Group A has submitted their designs.

Next, a three-day judging process will take place. It is said that these designs will be sent to Miss Luo, and if she finds one she likes, she will wear it to her welcome-back banquet.

In fact, Zhao Qiuyue didn't tell Ji Nianci the truth. Deng Jiagui had another reason for asking them to design these dress designs.

While it's true that sales of the design department's formal wear collection have declined, the real purpose of these designs is to prepare for Luo Fanshuang, the eldest daughter of the Luo family, who will be returning to China in a few months.

The Luo family of City A is a renowned and prominent family, holding a high position in the city and having close cooperative ties with the Shen family.

Luo Fanshuang is the eldest daughter of the Luo family. Three years ago, she went abroad to study and is about to return to China after completing her studies. It is said that Luo Fanshuang is not only beautiful and elegant, but also highly knowledgeable and talented.

In the business world, she enjoys a great reputation. Despite studying abroad, she still manages her company's overseas business in an orderly manner, earning the favor and respect of the Luo family head.

The Luo family attaches great importance to this young lady and has specially prepared a grand welcome banquet for her. Although she is still several months away from returning to the country, preparations for the banquet have already begun.

The banquet hosted by the Luo family was arguably one of the grandest social events in City A. Distinguished families, powerful figures, and dignitaries from all walks of life would gather there.

As the eldest daughter of the Luo family and a key figure at the banquet, her every move naturally attracted much attention.

If she could appear at this banquet wearing a designer's work, that would be the highest praise and recognition for that designer.

Imagine the glory it would be if she took a liking to a particular piece of art and wore it in front of everyone.

The designer's name will instantly spread throughout City A, quickly becoming the center of attention. Not only that, the designer's fame will skyrocket, and various brands will naturally flock to them, asking them to design for their brands.

Faced with such temptation and opportunity, which fashion designer wouldn't want to seize it?

This honor not only signifies success in one's career, but also represents respect and recognition within the industry.

Therefore, they all tried their best to showcase their talents and creativity, hoping to win her favor and appreciation, and give themselves the opportunity to receive this honor.

All members of Group A took this task very seriously. If they were lucky enough to be selected, they would be set for life and could earn money even while lying at home.

However, Ji Nianci was unaware of all this, and Zhao Qiuyue had never mentioned it to her.

But most of the other members of their group knew about it.

Soon, the results of the selection were announced, and Deng Jiagui convened a special meeting to announce them.

As Ci sat at the conference table, she still harbored a faint sense of anticipation.

After all, who wouldn't want their carefully designed work to be appreciated?

Deng Jiagui sat in the main seat, cleared his throat, and then said, "I believe everyone is already very clear about the purpose of this meeting today. After evaluation by myself and several well-known designers in the company, the outstanding works have now been selected."

People started whispering among themselves.

Who do you think it could be?

"Who knows, there are so many design drafts."

"How about we make a bet? I'll bet on Sister Qiuyue."

"Get lost! If you've bet on Sister Qiuyue, who else can I bet on?"

"No, you can bet on yourself. Maybe Director Deng will actually take a liking to your manuscript?"

"Come on, I still have some self-awareness."

"That's hard to say. After all, design is subjective, and the judges might just like your idea."

"Is the difference between me and Sister Qiuyue really that small? She's been working in this industry for so many years."

"Okay, that's true..."

Most people thought that Zhao Qiuyue would be the winner in the end.

She seemed particularly determined to win this selection, with a smug and composed smile on her face.

"Alright, everyone, please be quiet for a moment. I'm going to announce the results now."

Upon hearing this, the people who had been discussing the matter immediately fell silent, and everyone pricked up their ears to listen attentively.

"This time, I and several key members of the design department selected two design drafts. The prototypes will be designed soon, and these two dresses will represent our company and compete with other companies."

Ji Nianci was taken aback by these words. What competition?

But before she could think it through, Deng Jiagui spoke again:

"In this competition, the first-place winner is—"

He paused deliberately at this point, keeping everyone in suspense.

The people below looked even more anxious.

"The first place winner is Ye Huaiyin's 'Rainy Alley: Ink Color'!"

Zhao Qiuyue's smile froze.

Those below expressed doubt about the result.

"What? How could it be Sister Huaiyin?"

"That shouldn't be the case? Isn't Ye Huaiyin from Group B?"

"Yes, why did she design a piece to participate in the competition?"

Seeing the puzzled looks on everyone's faces, Deng Jiagui began to explain:

"Listen to me, everyone. I know you have some doubts. Although I assigned this design to Group A, Ye Huaiyin's abilities are outstanding, as everyone has witnessed. So I also had her submit a draft. This will be beneficial for us when competing with other companies later. Now that she has won first place, it is the best demonstration of her abilities."

The people below were then dispelled of their doubts, but a few were still unconvinced.

Zhao Qiuyue, in particular, was so angry she felt like she was going to grind her teeth to powder.

Even so, she didn't dare to lose her temper in front of so many people.

She could only silently clutch the papers in her hands, clenching her fists. The documents in her hands were crumpled from her grip.

"What? This is clearly a match for Group A. Why are they letting someone from Group B participate?"

"Yeah, it's one thing to let her participate, but to let her win first place makes it seem like the whole of Group A couldn't beat someone from Group B."

"This feels so unfair to our Group A. It was supposed to be Group A's task, but the work we submitted for the competition was actually from Group B."

"Oh, don't say that. After all, Sister Huaiyin is very capable..."

"So what if she's capable? Let her be capable in Group B then. Why is she trying to steal the spotlight from Group A?"