Eric's speech was lame, but everyone still gave him warm applause out of courtesy.
Nicole rolled her eyes in her heart, but she maintained a gracious and polite smile on her face.
When it came time to present the award, Eric took the trophy and certificate from the attendant on the side and presented them to Mikayla.
Mikayla was very nervous because the person giving her the award was Eric Ferguson.
How could she not be moved?
Eric Ferguson was a business magnate that could shake the business world with a stomp of his feet. Mikayla thought that if she could get in Eric’s good graces, then she would no longer have to worry about attending any other social events or private dinners for the sake of her career...
Mikayla carefully accepted the certificate and trophy handed to her by Eric and mustered all the courage she had. Her face was delicate and shy, with some hesitation and anticipation in her eyes.
"Thank you, Mr. Ferguson. I've heard a lot about you. I hope that we can work together sometime..."
Eric just swept a careless glance at the woman and did not reply.
During the group photo, Eric was supposed to stand o n the left side of Mikayla, separated from Nicole.
However, Eric shamelessly stood to the right side of Mikayla, squeezing the actress out of the frame while he and Nicole stood in the middle of the two award winners.
This position caused some confusion.
The winners on the stage were speechless.
Nicole stood there, trying her best to maintain a decent smile. She really did not want to make a big deal out of things in front of so many reporters.
In her heart, she thought, 'Oh no... It's over... Fabian won't get to ride on my popularity anymore!'
As soon as the awards ceremony was over, Nicole could not hold back any longer. She did not even participate in the reception and left in a rush.
Fortunately, no one stopped her.
Eric was surrounded by people, talking and exchanging pleasantries. He watched as Nicole got into her car and left.
"Mr. Ferguson...”
A sweet and gentle voice came from the back. It was Mikayla.
The most promising new actress stood there at this time, wearing a light dress. Her chest and her back were quite exposed, so when the cold wind blew, she shivered and looked quite pathetic.
Hearing this, Eric’s dark gaze glanced at her indifferently. He seemed to be recalling who this woman was.
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