Chapter 664 - 660: Heirloom-Level Ultra-Luxury Jewelry

Speaking of the young women, Ivy Winters couldn’t help but feel a headache coming on for Randall Jennings’s sake.

The girls the old man had introduced weren’t bad, per se, but in terms of life experience and perspective, they were on a completely different wavelength from Randall. And advantages like being young and beautiful meant nothing in Randall’s eyes; he wasn’t a superficial man who only cared about looks.

Of course, the old man was thinking about having children, and younger women were healthier for that. But marriage couldn’t be just about procreation. The key was finding someone who could have a lasting relationship with Randall.

"A little older is fine, but I’m worried she might be divorced," Ivy Winters murmured. As a woman herself, she had no prejudice against remarried women, but the main issue was getting past the old man.

"She does look a bit older than Randall," Matthew Jennings said.

Ivy Winters paused. "A May-December romance?"

"Looks like it."

Jasmine Sterling looked relatively young. Although she was forty-five, she looked more like thirty-seven or thirty-eight.

But Randall Jennings also looked young for his age. Despite his powerful presence, he didn’t look thirty-eight.

So visually, Jasmine Sterling still appeared to be a little older than Randall Jennings.

Hearing this, Ivy Winters grew even more worried. "If she’s thirty-seven or thirty-eight, I’m afraid the old man won’t approve."

"But if he really likes her, we have to help him, right?"

"Of course. If Randall has truly fallen for her, we have to help him get Dad’s approval, no matter what." Ivy Winters let out a soft sigh, as if she had an idea. "Putting everything else aside for now, I’ll find some time to meet this woman and see what she’s like."

Matthew Jennings couldn’t help but smile. "With you helping, I can relax. Dad listens to you."

"Don’t be so optimistic just yet. If this woman is really older than Randall and has been married before, Dad probably won’t listen to just me."

With that, Ivy Winters looked at her husband. "You should also ask Randall what he thinks. We need to know if he’s serious, or we’ll just be wasting our time."

Matthew Jennings nodded. "Alright, I’ll ask him."

*

The 37th annual Golden Magpie Awards ceremony kicked off with great fanfare at The Hexagram Auditorium in Veridia, one week before Lunar New Year’s Eve.

According to the previously released list of invitees, this year’s Golden Magpie Awards was a star-studded affair, with heavyweight figures from the domestic entertainment industry in attendance.

had been a groundbreaking year for Cathay’s film and television industry, with a string of blockbusters and multiple shows achieving both critical acclaim and high ratings.

Heavenly Destiny as Phoenix had even broken records to become the highest-rated show of the year, making it Locke Entertainment’s most successful and profitable drama since its founding.

In the hospital, the family was squeezed onto the sofa in the living area of the hospital room, watching the live broadcast of the awards ceremony.

"Lily’s first awards ceremony was in Veridia. This is a good omen!" Brendan Harris said cheerfully to the group.

Jasmine and Yvonne Sterling, the two sisters, were both a little nervous.

Ronald looked at Cecilia Sterling and asked, "Cecilia, did she succeed with her diet? Was she able to fit into that amazing dress?"

Surprised that Ronald even knew about it, Cecilia Sterling smiled and nodded. "She did. The moment she squeezed into it, she was so moved by how beautiful the dress was that she cried."

That was no exaggeration. It just went to show that Leila Smithson was brilliant and had every right to be proud. The gown had been custom-made for Lily Sterling, so it couldn’t be altered in the slightest.

The final result was worth it, and Cecilia Sterling herself breathed a sigh of relief. ’Otherwise, wouldn’t all the money I spent have been for nothing?’

Ethan, meanwhile, kept his hands clasped tightly, secretly praying for his sister to win an award!

In Veridia, a luxurious five-star hotel had been fully booked by the organizers of the awards ceremony. All the artists attending the event were staying here.

And at this moment, every room was a flurry of activity.

"Lily, we’re leaving for the venue in fifteen minutes. Get ready!"

Lily Sterling was having the final touches applied to her makeup. Hearing this, she gave an OK sign.

Connie was there to supervise personally. Even Leila Smithson was in Lily’s room, waiting with her. She had to ensure the dress’s final presentation was perfect; she couldn’t afford to tarnish her own brand and reputation.

"Nervous?" Connie asked, leaning against the wall with a smile in her voice.

Lily nodded without hiding it. "Nervous, but also excited and full of anticipation."

Connie patted her on the shoulder. "You’re definitely going to be the center of attention tonight."

Once the hair and makeup were complete, Leila Smithson personally helped Lily put on the gown. The moment the flowing, sapphire-blue dress was on, it instantly lit up Lily’s entire presence!

The smooth gold and silver threads woven into the sapphire fabric shimmered like the reflection of the sun and moon on the sea, making Lily’s skin appear even more luminous. She was practically glowing!

Everyone in the room stared with wide, astonished eyes at the effect of the dress. It was simply too beautiful.

Even Leila Smithson herself smiled in satisfaction. ’I knew it would be perfect.’

’It’s a credit to Lily’s own ability that she can wear my clothes so effectively.’ Leila was very pleased. Her previous attitude gone, she looked at Lily and said, "This dress was designed entirely based on your features and aura. It was born from you, and it belongs to you alone. So, walk the red carpet with grace and confidence!"

Lily nodded gratefully.

"What about accessories?" Leila glanced at the table and, seeing no jewelry, frowned. "Connie, don’t tell me you didn’t prepare any. Didn’t I give you several options before?"

Hearing this, Connie quickly smiled. "Of course we did. They’re in the safe."

As she spoke, Yuna walked to the safe, opened it, and took out an exquisite box. She carried it over to Leila, and the moment she opened it, Leila’s pupils visibly dilated.

"The Panthère de Cartier high jewelry collection?" Leila looked at Connie in shock. "This collection was just released in September! It’s only been shown publicly twice in the entire world!"

Connie raised an eyebrow. "That’s right."

"Your company managed to borrow it?"

Connie nodded with a meaningful look. "Of course."

Even a major figure in the fashion world like Leila couldn’t help but marvel at this. Locke Entertainment was a well-known company in Cathay, but it certainly had no global recognition. How could a company like that borrow high jewelry from Cartier?

’Who would believe it?’

Yet here the jewelry was, right in front of her.

What Leila didn’t know, however, was that the mysterious buyer behind this high jewelry collection was actually Lily’s sister—the very same person who had hired her with an irresistible amount of money.

High-end brands typically only produce one set per high jewelry collection. After its debut, it is privately bid on by various buyers, and ultimately, it is secretly acquired by the highest bidder.

The reason for the secret acquisition is to maintain the jewelry’s mystique, allowing it to become a legacy piece that will stun the world when it reappears at an auction years or even decades later.