Chapter 106 Red Carpet Live Broadcast

Paige's hand was onhovered over Pearl's, just aboutpoised to step out of the car when another vehicle spedroared up from behind, then cameskidding to an abrupt halt behind Paige's car.

Hearing thetheir own. The sudden commotion, Pearl looked back drew Pearl's attention first and then. She glanced over her shoulder and quickly noticednoted the urgency of the person exitingemerging from the other vehicle was in a great hurry.

After.As the protocol staff openedswung open the door, the person fromindividual inside was already eagerly stepping out, and a with an eagerness that was palpable. A familiar voice followed.

echoed through the air, "Move quickly, don't let that little tramp get ahead of me."

The Paige's outstretched hand Paige was extending stoppedfroze mid-air:, "Xena?"

she queried.Pearl had already sawspotted Xena alighting from the vehicle, her female assistant besideat her side, adjusting the hem of her gown.

Pearl She leaned in closer and spoke in a loweredto Paige, her voice dropping to Paigea whisper, "It's indeed her, seems like she's in a hurry, as if she wants to beat someone else."

Paige smiled faintly, guessingA faint smile played on Paige's lips as she guessed who Xena wantedwas eager to get ahead of.

outpace. "Since she's in a rush, let's yield to her. Pearl, you get back in, Julian, you move the car up a little more."

Pearl grinned and gotcomplied with a grin, retreating back into the vehicle.

Julian droveeased the car forward a bit to make, making room for the one behind them.

As Julian'stheir car moved forward a little, surely enough, another carpromptly followed close behind.

in its wake.When Paige finally got outdisembarked again and walkedtook a few steps toward the entrance, she sawwas met with the sight of socialites vyingjostling for attention.

Having good relationscultivated a close relationship with tThe Carnegie family, and even being rumored to be marrying into them, Xena's reputation was quite notableheld considerable weight in the Northwind social circles.

Apparently, every house knew about Every household had been privy to the live broadcast of the event beforehand. It went without sayingwas clear that Hawke Corporation was going towould be the biggest winner of the live broadcast fanfare, and the socialites and ladies on the red carpet were naturally goingbound to attractdraw significant attention.
Xena draped herselfwas a vision in a stunninglybreathtakingly luxurious haute couture gown, with aits dreamlike hem and a deep V neckline that highlightedaccentuating her curves. Around her neck was anAn emerald necklace studded with diamonds that exuded , a symbol of opulence.

, adorned her neck.In the city of Northwind, Xena was among the mosta sought-after socialitessocialite and heiresses.

heiress. As the heir to the prestigious Sackler family, she was also rumored to be the future matriarch of the Carnegie dynasty.

Such a status naturally attracted a great deal of attention.

Even now, as she arrived at the venue with Isadora's family clamoring to enter first, a single withering glance from Xena was all it took for them to quietly step back and let her take the lead.

As Xena, assisted by her aide, approached the red carpet, Paige stood on the sidelines, observing everything before making her move.

The moment Xena stepped onto the red carpet, she faced the cameras, aware that her every move would be live-streamed on Hawke Corporation's official website.

Caring deeply about her image and reputation, Xena paid no mind to the others who didn't dare to vie for her position.

Paige made her way toward the entrance reserved for Isadora. In stark contrast to the apology she had rushed to offer at the hotel the previous night, Isadora was dressed to kill today, her attire both flamboyant and sexy.

Adorned in a custom gown from another top luxury brand, complemented by dazzling jewelry, Isadora presented a striking figure with her voluptuous body and well-defined curves.

Her fair beauty stood out gracefully, even among the bevy of beauties in Northwind's high society.

No wonder Louis was her target.

With her beauty as an asset and her family’s high status, it seemed only natural for her to aspire to marry into the upper echelons of society.

Isadora felt someone's gaze and looked toward Paige. She gave Paige a cursory glance before turning her attention back to Xena on the red carpet.

However, after three seconds, Isadora's eyes found Paige again, and by this time, Paige was approaching.

After a moment of reflection, Isadora realized, "You're... the lady doctor who treated Master Louis the other night?"

Paige responded with a slight nod and a faint smile.

Isadora scrutinized Paige carefully. Clad in a custom-made gown from a luxury label, Paige did not overtly flaunt any feminine charms, yet she exuded an authoritative aura that was both natural and commanding.
Isadora was puzzled. How could a woman doctor who had never made an appearance in the Northwind social elite circle wear a custom-designed luxury brand gown that took at least half a year to create from tailored measurements to final alterations? And how did she carry herself with a presence that even Isadora, a heiress of a financial dynasty, couldn't match?

Isadora glanced over at Isadora's gaze flickered towards Xena and then turned backbefore returning to look at Paige. "ThankI owe you my gratitude for saving Elijah that night."

," she said.Paige stood shoulder to shoulder, standing in solidarity with Isadora, speaking indifferently,responded with an air of indifference. "Louis asked me to helprequested my assistance, and he has already thanked me."

expressed his thanks."Isadora's formal gaze fellrested on Paige,. "I haven'tdon't believe I've asked yet, doctor, what'swhat is your full name?"

Paige answered, "Xanthe."

," Paige replied.Isadora was surecertain she had never heardencountered this name in theher social circles. She guessedsurmised that the dress Paige wore must have been a gift; otherwise, it wouldn't make sense for her not to wear was inconceivable that she would not adorn herself with a single piece of jewelry.

otherwise.However, this woman, Xanthe, had witnessed borne witness to her family apologizingfamily's apology to Louis two nights prior. She was aware of Isadora's actions, of the night before last;drugs she knew thathad given Louis.A sense of discomfort washed over Isadora had drugged Louis.

Isadora felt somewhat uncomfortable. She hadn't managed. She had failed to walkprecede Paige on the red carpet before Paige, and now standing next tobeside Xanthe was hardlyfar from pleasant.

Up aheadAhead, Xena was behaving impeccablya picture of perfection on the red carpet. With herHer natural beauty, she was goingsure to look great oncaptivate the audience of the live broadcast.

Xena hadHaving signed her name on the signing wall and entered, Xena made her way into the venue. AfterAs the guests in the front made their way began to filter inside, it was time for the rest to walk remaining attendees to make their entrance on the red carpet.

Isadora lookedcast a glance at Xanthe beside her, figuring, doubting that she wouldn't havepossessed the status or standing to compete withrival someone like Xena for position.

of Xena's caliber.Just as Isadora was aboutprepared to step forward, Paige gaveoffered a slight smile and gestured for Isadora to go ahead, which madeproceed. This gesture propelled Isadora stride onto the carpet even more directly.

Whilewith renewed determination.As Isadora walkedgraced the red carpet, her brothers were right besideflanked her. ClaspingClinging to her father's arm, she glancedcast a glance towards the cameras and maintained, maintaining a very dignified composure.

The Hawke Corporation seemed intent on had spared no expense in showcasing their affluent guests, having laidlaying out an impressively long red carpet.

AfterOnce Isadora had moved on, Pearl askedqueried, "You didn't need to yielddefer to the Wren family, did you, Xanthe?"

Paige, smiling as if watching aPaige, her smile mirroring the intrigue of unfolding drama unfold, said, retorted, "Her rivaladversary went in first. If she doesn't go in,Do you think she wants her rival to focusrival's attention on me?"

Pearl asked, "Does Xena haveharbor a feud withgrudge against the Wren family too?"

Paige shook Pearl asked.Paige dismissed the question with a shake of her head dismissively,. "Men, they're nothing but trouble."
Pearl instantly understood – it was Louis!

No wonder Xanthe, the CEO of Universe Group, had instructed someonesent a representative to attend this event.

It hadThere was a deeper meaning.

implication at play.Paige waited for Isadora to finish signing in at the banquet entrance before she stepped onto the red carpet. She didn't like drawing too muchwas not one for unnecessary attention, especially since not many people knew few knew of her position as CEO of Universe Group. As she was the CEO of Universe Group. The moment she stepped ontoset foot on the red carpet, Paige quickened her pace, her gaze fixed straight ahead, without sparing a glance toward ignoring the cameras.

Pearl and Kimberly walkedtrailed slightly behind Paige, flanking her on either side.

At the check-in wall, Paige stood still whileas an attendant came over to offerapproached with a pen. Pearl tookintercepted the pen first from the attendant's hand and then handed it to Paige.

HoldingWith her diamond-studded clutch within one hand and the pen within the other, Paige used her height to her advantage and inscribed her name above a small blank space.

PaigeShe signed: Xanthe!

With each stroke, she established that from this moment forward, she was Xanthe.