18 Chapter 18 : Losing Face " Hello , I'm a shop assistant from ZM . This is for you from our store manager ." 1 Hearing this , Serena Jennings realized that Sister Zhao had sent someone to deliver clothes to her . Sister Zhao is the manager of ZM and an old acquaintance of hers . " But without knowing me , you could guess I'm Miss Jennings ? That's quite impressive . " Serena casually complimented the shop assistant . The assistant laughed , " Because the manager said I just need to deliver it . If I don't recognize Miss Jennings , it's fine . Just look for the most beautiful person in the hotel ; she's definitely Miss Jennings ." Serena felt a bit embarrassed by the compliment , while Claire Shaw and the others beside her looked displeased . Serena didn't bother with them , held the clothes , and turned to find a changing room . At that moment , the cleaning lady ran over to guide Serena while apologizing . " Sorry about dirtying your clothes earlier . The manager asked me to take you to the changing room on the second floor . " And so , Serena left , leaving Claire Shaw , Patrick Rhodes , Lily Sutton , and Owen Warren looking at each other . When Serena reappeared , the grand hall of Riverview Imperial was filled with amazement . Serena descended from the spiral staircase on the second floor . She was no longer in the cleaning uniform but in a luxurious , elaborate gown . Serena's slightly curled long hair shimmered with a metallic sheen under the light of the crystal chandelier . Her dress was a pure black ball gown with intricate and luxurious dark red rose embroidery on the upper half , adorned with Swarovski crystals , dazzling and elegant . Each step she took was like a queen approaching her subjects , leaving everyone present in awe . Finally , Serena walked to the dual - keyboard piano in the center of the hall , sat down , and began to play . 18 Chapter 18 : Losing Face Claire Shaw couldn't comprehend the situation in front of her . How did Serena suddenly transform from a cleaner to a pianist ? And the gown Serena wore was from the ZM brand . Although it wasn't as expensive as hers , ZM is an emerging brand by a new designer in the gown industry , highly sought after by high society ladies and very difficult to buy or borrow . It has gradually become a symbol of status and position . What right does Serena have ?! Claire Shaw absolutely refused to believe the dress was gifted by Caleb Lockwood. Meaning ... did Serena already find a new benefactor ? Claire Shaw was about to explode , with no mood to appreciate Serena's performance . Lily Sutton and Owen Warren couldn't appreciate it either , being too occupied with jealousy . If anyone was the most shocked , it was Patrick Rhodes . He never knew Serena could play the dual - keyboard piano , and with such mastery . The black and white keys were something Serena never wanted to touch again in her life . She was actually here tonight on a request from Lana Xavier to help out . Lana Xavier's relative works as the lobby manager at this hotel . Tonight , his boss was hosting a pianist friend and needed a skilled pianist to perform , avoiding embarrassment in front of their guest . Lana Xavier searched around and finally found Serena . She knew Serena had sworn never to touch the piano again , but since she couldn't find anyone else , she sent a help message to Serena on WeChat , asking if she would consider it . Serena realized Lana was at her wit's end ; otherwise , she wouldn't have asked . So she inquired if Lana could have her lobby manager relative replace the piano in the hotel with a dual - keyboard one . The dual - keyboard can mimic piano sounds . Back when she was in the detention center with no access to a piano , she used the only electric keyboard there as a diversion . 1 13:27 18 Chapter 18 : Losing Face Thus , the piano was temporarily replaced with a dual - keyboard . Unfortunately , a cleaner accidentally dirtied Serena's clothes , so Serena had to contact the ZM manager to send over a gown as an emergency measure . Before the gown arrived , she wore a work uniform since the cleaner took her dirty clothes to be washed . Serena grew up surrounded by music , gifted , and passionate about it . She was cleaning the dual - keyboard with a wet wipe when Caleb Lockwood and the others mistook her for a cleaner . It's been years since she touched the keys , and Serena was unsure about her playing . However , after her performance , she received endless applause . Even the pianist friend of the hotel owner personally praised her , asking her to play more pieces . Seeing the excitement on their faces , Serena felt she must have done alright tonight , at least helping Lana Xavier . Outside the hotel hall , Caleb Lockwood stood in the hallway , on a long phone call . He was focused on his business discussion when he incredulously heard piano music through the blocked earphone . Caleb knew there was no piano in the hall , only a dual - keyboard . He was never particularly interested in this instrument , but the tantalizing piano sound was like raindrops on his heart , evoking distant memories for him . Caleb Lockwood felt an inexplicable longing , ending his crucial business call abruptly . Upon returning to the hall , he saw a middle - aged man seated at the dual - keyboard , a pianist with some repute in the music world . Claire Shaw approached Caleb Lockwood , noticing the disappointment in his eyes . " What's wrong , Caleb ? " Claire naturally took Caleb Lockwood's arm . Caleb's eyes stayed on the pianist , " Nothing , just that the piece he played earlier felt a bit like how you played before your hand was injured ." 1 18 Chapter 18 : Losing Face " He's a master level ; how could I compare ! " Claire sweetly leaned her head on Caleb Lockwood's shoulder . Caleb felt he must have been mistaken earlier . For listening to the pianist play the dual - keyboard now felt entirely different from his memories . The two returned to Patrick Rhodes and the others , and no one mentioned to Caleb Lockwood that Serena could play the dual - keyboard . Claire Shaw wouldn't bring it up ; neither would Lily Sutton , Owen Warren , nor , of course , Patrick Rhodes . Even if Serena could play the dual - keyboard , in Patrick Rhodes's mind , she could never compare to Claire Shaw . The group headed to the private room , and Claire Shaw sensed Caleb Lockwood's gaze searching for something , so she spoke up : " Serena left a while ago , probably still feeling embarrassed ! " Caleb didn't react much , only curled his lips , " It's good that she knows she's embarrassed . " Monday , FY Headquarters . Claire Shaw was promoted , transferred to a new department . FY was originally a luxury jewelry brand , but luxury goods sought higher status and fewer buyers . In recent years , the higher - ups didn't want to limit themselves to a single brand path , intending to expand the market and launch a mass - market jewelry line this year , hence hiring a batch of interns . Ultimately , the top five comprehensive scorers , including Claire Shaw , stood out and joined the FY - PO department . " Claire , have you heard ? " In the office , Chantelle Stone sidled up to Claire Shaw . Although she scored higher than Claire Shaw in the evaluation , Claire's attire made her look wealthy , so she eagerly fawned over Claire . " Heard about what ? Why so mysterious ? " Claire Shaw was curious . 25.52 : 27 . 18 Chapter 18 : Losing Face " There's a newcomer joining our department today , directly as a formal employee without going through the internship training . " " Who is so impressive ? " Megan Ross also chimed in , joining the fun . Claire Shaw wasn't interested in the rumored newcomer ; whoever it was , they couldn't overshadow her . Just then , team leader Heather Monroe walked into the office , followed by a woman unfamiliar to the others . At the sight of her face , Claire Shaw's expression changed instantly , Comment Post your first comment ! 21 Vote Show support to the author by leaving comments when sending gift .