Chapter 0080 Serenas POV Its the day of the fashion show , and Im carefully inspecting the jewelry designed for fourphines collection is examine each piece , I notice some slight discoloration that brasnt there when we see them y Something isnt right . Suddenly , Josephine approaches me , her expression tense Serena , have you noticed anything off with the jewelry today ? she asks . I nod , holding up a piece for her to see . Yes , look at this discoloration . It wasnt like this last night Everything was fine then , I explain . With only three hours until the runway starts , my hands tremble slightly as 1 examine the discolored jewelry , May heartbeat quickens with each piece I inspect . How did this happen overnight ? What can we do to fix it in time ? And if I cant fix it ? A sickening thought creeps in if my jewelry falls apart on the runway , it wont just be my reputation on the line . Timothy and Marjorie have a legal right to sue me for damages . The contract we signed includes an insurance clause , meaning they could demand financial compensation for this disaster . And since were still a small business , we dont have the resources to survive that kind of hit . This isnt just about proving myself if 1 fall , I could lose everything My focus on the jewelry is suddenly broken by Maxs loud voice from across the room . Merde ! he exclaims in French , clearly frustrated . Josephine and I exchange a nervous glance . Then , we quickly head over to see what has upset Max so much . As we approach , Maxs frustration is evident . His brows are furrowed , and hes biting his lip as he hurriedly adjusts the outfit of one of the models . Whats going on , Max ? Josephine inquires . Max sighs heavily and gives me a piercing look . I dont know . Why dont you ask that woman ? he says . He hands over a piece of the jewelry I crafted . Taking the jewelry from him , I immediately notice the extent of the damage its much worse than what Josephine had shown me earlier . The clamps meant to secure the beads are so loosened that several beads have already fallen off , and the delicate wiring meant to hold everything in place is visibly fraying . Seeing the condition of the piece , its obvious that it has been tampered with . My heart sinks as I realize the seriousness of the situation . I look back at Max , trying to keep my composure . Max , this looks like its been tampered with . Do you know how this happened? Maxs face reddens with anger . Are you accusing me of doing this myself ? he snaps back sharply . Seeing this , its clear the jewelry was made by an amateur . Its deeply hurtful to hear my work called amateurish , especially after all the effort and creativity Ive invested in it . Each piece was crafted with attention and care , so having them dismissed so casually really shakes my confidence . Taking a deep breath to steady myself , I face Max squarely . Ill fix the broken jewelry and have it ready before the show starts , I assert . Chapter 0080 +25 BONUS Max scoffs . Really ? You think you can just patch up these pieces last minute ? This isnt some craft project , he snaps . Just remember , if you mess this up , no designer will ever trust you again , no matter how close you think you are to them . His comment that Im only here because of Marjorie stings , but I shake it off . I need to focus on fixing the jewelry and proving my skills . Max and Josephine return to their frantic work with the models , the backstage area buzzing with intense energy . Feeling overwhelmed , I decide I need a moment away from the chaos . I head out to find Stevie , whos around the venue taking photos . I need her steady hands and clear thinking to help me fix the jewelry . On my way to find her , I unexpectedly run into Bill . Hes the last person I expect to see here , especially since hes never shown much interest in the fashion scene . He greets me with a smile , but Im really not in the mood . Serena , hows everything going for the show ? he asks . I furrow my brows and ask , What are you doing here , Bill ? Bill studies my face for a moment . Timothy invited me . I thought it could be fun , he explains . Fun ? This is my career on the line here . Is Bill here just to watch me fail ? If he is , then he has a twisted kind of enjoyment . I push the thought aside and shrug . Anyway , I dont have time for this , I say . Bills brow furrows and he leans in slightly , his eyes searching mine for clues . Is there something wrong ? The pieces of jewelry I made have been tampered with , and I need to fix them , I start to explain , but the words catch in my throat as the stress overwhelms me . Suddenly , tears start to spill over , and I break down , unable to finish my sentence . Seeing me in tears , Bill steps closer . He puts a comforting hand on my shoulder . Hey , its going to be okay , he reassures me softly . Let me help you fix them . I shake my head , tears streaming down my face . Bill gently insists , Serena , listen to me . You can fix this . I believe in you . Just focus and do what you need to do . Youve got this . He then pulls out his handkerchief and hands it to me . Grasping the handkerchief , I manage a small , grateful smile . Thanks , Bill , I say . I wipe the tears from my eyes . Bills encouragement lifts some of the weight off my shoulders . Now , go on and do your magic , he says with a smile . I nod , returning his smile , and rush off to find Stevie . As I hurry away , I feel a pang of guilt for ever thinking Bill might enjoy seeing me fail . 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