Chapter 43 Stunning Everyone

William looked at Evelyn who was removing her makeup and said, "I have something to do tonight, so I won't accompany you for dinner."

"That's perfect. I also have a banquet tonight," Evelyn gently took off her earrings.

William didn't think too much about it, "Well then, I'll finish early. Call me when you're done, and I'll come pick you up."

Evelyn nodded. William took his coat and car keys, embraced Evelyn's shoulder, and leaned in close before saying, "Wait for me tonight."

William finished speaking and chuckled softly.

Evelyn felt completely defeated by this man. She had been thinking about all sorts of random things the whole day. Watching him leave, she couldn't help but curl her lips. It was evident that his work wasn't exactly idle, yet he still managed to spare two days to be by her side.

Antonio walked in and stood in front of Evelyn's dressing table, saying, "We're going shopping for clothes later."

"It starts at seven, and it's only one o'clock. I want to rest a bit first," Evelyn replied.

Antonio could only sigh. Once she made a decision, it wasn't easy to change her mind. "Alright then. By the way, Aron invited you for lunch. Do you want to go?"

"I'm not hungry, I want to go back and rest. Can you help me decline?" Evelyn didn't really like this man, just as William had described, his ambition was indeed overbearing.

Blame it on William; others might be ambitious, but he insisted on labeling them as opportunistic, causing Evelyn to always see him with preconceived notions and judgments.

The reality was intense. Perhaps it was because she had been in the industry for a long time that, despite her certified acting skills, she was always just mediocre.

Antonio had already put on an "I knew it" expression long ago. After all these years of working with Evelyn, he had never seen her privately accept any male actor's invitation, which was probably well-handled. It also prevented her from having any sort of gossip. "Alright, I'll talk to him later. Let me send you back to the hotel first, and then we'll go pick out your clothes at four."

"Okay," Evelyn nodded.

Evelyn had already finished getting ready. The two of them stood up and walked outside. Antonio spoke as they walked, "Let me briefly explain the details of the banquet tonight. It's going to be on a yacht, attended mostly by French elite from the business sector and some celebrity artists. It's sort of a private event. There will also be a small ceremony that you'll need to participate in, followed by a dance..."

Evelyn interrupted Antonio directly, "Alright, you just follow me tonight. You can help me remember everything. I have a headache, and I just want to go back to sleep."

Antonio shrugged, expressing his helplessness. It seemed like he was always being exploited, as there was supposed to be some time to rest, but apparently not anymore.

Evelyn returned to the hotel room, took a quick shower, and went straight to bed. The filming was tiring, but the most exhausting part was "dealing" with William. She spent the whole afternoon sleeping in her hotel room. Antonio came knocking at the door promptly at four o'clock. Evelyn rubbed her eyes and sleepily opened the door.

Antonio knew she probably hadn't gotten up yet and placed the food he brought on the table, arranging them neatly. "Go freshen up and change your clothes. After filling your stomach, we'll go pick out the clothes."

Evelyn was a bit grumpy from waking up, but she couldn't afford to have a bad mood about work. She just frowned and went into the bathroom. Antonio looked at her slightly childish form and couldn't help but laugh.

He had seen this side of Evelyn way too many times. There were a thousand things she didn't want to do, but she never expressed it and just quietly carried out her tasks. But for Evelyn, apart from work, she truly only saw him as a friend. Knowing this made him feel uneasy.

Evelyn put on a loose shirt dress, blue with thin stripes, off-shoulder with a sweetheart neckline. On her feet were a pair of bright red ballet flats, showcasing her long legs. Since she was going to change her clothes later anyway, she opted for something casual and more comfortable.

After finishing the food Antonio had brought, Evelyn wanted to stay in the hotel and not go out. Antonio was a bit helpless, but they were running out of time, so he had to stand up and look down at Evelyn, who was sitting on the couch. He raised his hand and pointed to his watch, "Get up now."

"Okay." Evelyn was truly sluggish and sloth-like.

Originally, AntonioI was supposed to take her to a slightly distant store that had better clothing and shoes. However, Evelyn absolutely refused and thought it would be too much trouble. "This place will do, this place!" Antonio had no choice but to comply. The two of them got off and entered a local, niche brand store that had simple and elegant styles, which Evelyn really liked. She picked out a few items and went into the fitting room.

Antonio waited for her on the couch while she changed into the clothes. During moments like these, Antonio always felt a sense of enjoyment. Seeing Evelyn trying on different outfits was truly exciting. Even ordinary and casual clothes would shine on her. There was hardly any clothing she couldn't handle; after all, she was a supermodel, and her figure was undoubtedly remarkable.

The first outfit was a white, knee-length dress with a slightly vintage style. It looked great on Evelyn when she turned around in front of the mirror. She thought it was okay, but in fact, she just didn't want to go back and change again. Antonio shook his head firmly. It was indeed beautiful, but the style was too simple, even mediocre. It wouldn't be suitable for the evening occasion.

Evelyn had no choice but to change into the second outfit. It was a nude-colored silk short dress, above the knee, revealing her slender legs. The design of the strapless bodice, the shape of her neck, and her collarbone were impeccable. Antonio still shook his head, saying, "Are you sure this isn't a bridesmaid dress?"

Evelyn felt a bit flustered this time.

When she came out in the third outfit, Antonio's eyes finally lit up. It was a black floor-length dress, slightly form-fitting, perfectly outlining Evelyn's beautiful figure. The strapless design with blue and red gemstone embellishments on the chest, the slightly flared skirt trailing behind, and the black chiffon floating with her every step, it was simply enchanting.

Seeing Antonio's expression at this moment, Evelyn knew that this outfit would be perfect for tonight's party. Evelyn then picked a pair of black high-heeled shoes. They were pointed and delicate, with small petal decorations on both sides. Evelyn instantly fell in love with them and didn't bother trying on any other shoes.

At one point, Antonio thought that with Evelyn's straightforward shopping style, he wouldn't find another girl who could be as easy to please as her.

When it was time to pay, Evelyn spotted a coat and simply picked it up. She draped it over her shoulders and tried it on. It looked good, and Antonio was once again amazed. Evelyn explained, "It may get cold out there."

After fussing over hair, makeup, and accessories, Evelyn and Antonio finally set off for the pier. The red carpet was already laid out, and the media was gathered on both sides, holding their camera equipment. As soon as Evelyn got out of the car, the flashlights began to go off incessantly. After all, she was a highly influential supermodel, attracting the media's attention naturally.

"Don't tell me that the media is here too? I thought it was a private event," Evelyn smiled as she questioned Antonio with a hint of annoyance. Antonio could only smile in response.

Answering her, "No, all the media are blocked here, don't worry."

On the cruise ship, Antonio noticed that Evelyn still seemed uninterested. "Don't feel bored, there is delicious food and fun activities here, so cheer up."

Evelyn held back from rolling her eyes. If they weren't in public, she would definitely punch him. What a child he was.

Evelyn snorted, "Your intelligence is only good for eating and playing."

Antonio just smiled, not denying it. After all, she was the boss, and no matter what she said, it was the final word. He looked at the luxurious and spacious cruise ship and said, "Tell me, these capitalists really know how to play." Antonio turned to Evelyn, jokingly.

Evelyn naturally ignored Antonio's nonsense.

The two arrived a little late, and upon boarding, they found that there were already many people. Most of them were men in suits, and each had an elegant and beautiful lady on their arm. It was a bit awkward. Before entering the door, Evelyn hooked her arm around Antonio's.

As they entered, everyone's attention was on them. They really were a perfect match. Antonio had always been known as the most handsome manager in the industry, with height and looks that could rival any popular young actor. Today, he was wearing a navy suit, with his hair meticulously styled.

But what truly impressed people was the woman Antonio was accompanying, Evelyn. Her chestnut-colored hair, slightly curled, was pinned behind her ears, revealing her graceful neck. The design of her strapless dress highlighted her impressive figure and delicate collarbone. Every step she took was graceful and elegant. Her beautiful face irresistibly attracted all the men present.

Antonio could only tilt his head and say to Evelyn, "See! It's hard to be low-key when you enter with me."

Evelyn simply pinched him.

Antonio led Evelyn into the banquet hall of the cruise ship. People were scattered around, and although the space was large, it wasn't crowded. It seemed to truly be a private party for four.

Unable to help herself, Evelyn couldn't help but wonder. Since it was a private party, and so many media were attracted to cover the event, the guests in attendance must be extremely wealthy and influential. No wonder Antonio had gone to such lengths to get her to attend.

Glancing around, this was a banquet hall on the sea that could easily accommodate hundreds of people. Just like the rest of the cruise ship's decor, the banquet hall exuded an air of nobility and luxury in every aspect, from the overall style to the smallest details.

As Evelyn and Antonio made their way in, they still attracted attention from those around them. The combination of a handsome man and a beautiful woman was always eye-catching.

A handsome and extraordinary man approached them. Antonio quickly turned to Evelyn to introduce, "Phillipe, the executive CEO of a gaming company."

As expected, Phillipe stood in front of Antonio and Evelyn and extended his hand. His gaze remained fixed on Evelyn's face, burning and intense. It didn't take much to figure out what he was thinking. Evelyn simply nodded as a greeting.

However, he still extended his hand, "Hello!"

"Miss Bennett!"

"Hello!" Evelyn stretched out her hand, gave a light handshake, and quickly withdrew it.

"I hope you have a pleasant evening here."

Philippe's gaze made Evelyn feel uncomfortable, so she nodded and thanked him, pulling Antonio away to another place. That look contained too much that couldn't be fathomed, as if hiding some conspiracy, which made her very uneasy.