Chapter 131
Gianna recalled and said, "I don't remember. You can go back and check. The password hasn't changed."
"Okay."
The final topic was to design an evening gown, with a broad scope, allowing the contestants to fully showcase their strengths.
This time, the designers spent noticeably more time sketching their designs, showing more seriousness. It took a full hour and a half before the first design appeared on the judge's computer screen.
Displayed on the screen was a black V-neck velvet spaghetti strap evening gown, paired with a thin chain belt at the waist. The style was simple and elegant, exuding a lazy yet graceful vibe.
Gianna quickly completed the scoring and comments, then uploaded them.
At the competition venue, the designers were still immersed in drawing.
Bella sat in her designated spot, her foot encased in a cast, and a conspicuous cane by her side. Because of this, the photographers often turned their lenses towards her.
Bella's design was a strapless X-shaped gown, with a shorter front hem and a longer back hem. It was made from twenty layers of rose-red chiffon, intricately stacked to create a light and beautiful effect. The waist was cinched, adding to its ethereal appeal.
Upon seeing Bella's design, discussions erupted on Facebook.
[This dress is so beautiful. It's like my dream outfit. I wonder if it will be produced in the future. I really want to buy it!]
[Bella is truly exceptional. This design will surely win!]
[I admire Bella not just for her clothes, but for her perseverance and determination to participate in the competition despite her injury. Such a beautiful and hardworking girl, who wouldn't love her!]
Due to the live broadcast, Bella's fans had increased by tens of thousands in just an hour, with a continuing upward trend.
On the other hand, the official account of the design competition was also praising Bella.
An hour later, almost all the design sketches were completed. The judges began giving comments and scores from front to back.
As it was the finals, each judge had to score and comment on each design.
Gianna worked swiftly, completing comments and scores for dozens of design sketches in less than an hour.
After uploading the evaluation and score for the last design sketch, Gianna stood up and left the judging room.
Just as she exited the competition venue, Alexander called her.
"Miss Redstone, I just received a message saying you've finished writing comments and ratings for all the design drafts?"
"Yes, there shouldn't be anything else to do next, right?"
As she spoke, Gianna walked to the street corner to hail a cab.
There was a brief silence on the phone, then Alexander's cautious voice came through. "There's nothing urgent, just something I wanted to tell you."
"What is it?"
"Your sister Bella is also participating in this design competition."
Gianna raised an eyebrow and said, "I know; but I don't see how that concerns me."
"Judging by the current ratings of her design drafts, she's likely to win the design competition."
Gianna looked surprised for a moment and said slowly, "Mr. Johnson, you don't need to tell me these things. Her performance has nothing to do with me."
"Alright, then I have nothing else to add."
After hanging up the phone, Gianna felt a bit puzzled, but didn't dwell on it and simply hailed a cab to leave.
On the other side, Alexander looked at his secretary and said, "Just stick to the original ratings. No need to do anything else."
If Gianna had said a few bad things about Bella just now, Alexander would have made sure Bella couldn't win the award, and would have used it to get on good terms with Gianna. However, Gianna's words made him abandon that plan.
Soon, the rankings of the design competition were announced, with Bella scoring 92.5 points and ranking first.
As soon as the results were out, Lauren excitedly called Julian to inform others.
Julian was also thrilled upon hearing the news and immediately decided to throw a celebration party for Bella tonight.
The news of Bella winning the first place in the design competition spread quickly.
[Bella is so amazing! She really is the champion!]
[She was already very talented abroad, winning many awards, so getting first place is normal!]
[Honestly, although her design sketches are nice, they still fall short compared to Elia. But unfortunately Elia is no longer in the competition!]
[You don't need to say it like that, as Bella and Elia are not from the same era. Elia participating in the competition was eight years ago. Give Bella eight years, and she could be as amazing as Elia!]
[Are you a fan of Bella? Even if you give Bella ten years, she may not reach the level Elia was at eight years ago. Even comparing Bella's current award-winning design sketches to Elia's from eight years ago, Bella falls short.]
The two sides started arguing online due to their differing opinions. Bella, upon seeing this, immediately posted on Facebook, stating that Elia has always been her inspiration and she doesn't want to compare herself to others.
Her humble words quickly gained her more fans.
Bella put away her phone, glanced at Lauren, and said, "Mom, for our party tonight, why don't we invite my Gianna as well?"
Lauren frowned, "Why invite her? Have you forgotten that she's the one who caused your leg to be like this?"
Thinking about how Gianna not only showed no remorse but also blamed Bella for drugging her, anger surged within Lauren.
Bella smiled and said, "Regardless, we are still sisters; and that incident is in the past. I don't want these things to affect our relationship."
Tonight, Bella was going to show Gianna the difference between them!
'Now that I'm the national champion of the design competition, while Gianna is just a high school dropout who could only get by with odd jobs! Without Felix, she is nothing.' She thought.
Lauren sighed, "Belle, you are just too kind."
"Mom, as long as our family life is harmonious, a little injustice toward me doesn't matter."
Lauren nodded, "By the way, how did it go with the matter I asked you to get a signature for?"
Bella's expression turned somewhat grim. "I didn't get it. By the time I got there, Elia had already left."
In fact, Bella now didn't even know what Elia looked like.
But in Bella's eyes, Elia had been a designer for so many years, at least over forty years old. Otherwise she wouldn't be able to draw such exquisite designs.
Lauren frowned, "Didn't you say you've met her? Can you think of a way to get her autograph? My friends will all come to tonight's banquet. If they know you know Elia, they will definitely look up to you!"
Bella pursed her lips at the words, her hand hanging at her side involuntarily tightening.
"Mom, I'll try!"
If she could get Elia's autograph, it would indeed make her shine even more in front of everyone.
"Alright. I believe you will definitely get the autograph!"
Lauren was excited at this moment. Recently, her friends had been cold towards her because of Gianna reporting Jasmine and Emerson to the police station.
Today, Bella winning the design competition championship could be considered as a capital for Lauren to showcase. Tonight, she would definitely be the object of envy for everyone!
With this in mind, Lauren decided to go for a beauty treatment later and then consult a hairstylist for a new hairstyle later.
Gianna had just returned to Villa and learned about Bella winning the design competition.
Shortly after, she received a call from Lauren.
"Have you heard about Belle winning the design competition?"
"Yeah. What's up?"
