novelraw Chapter 679: The Event Begins
Chapter 679: The Event Begins
The Kingsford Hotel, venue of The Global Assembly fragrance event, is bustling with people. In the front row are judges from various countries.
Representing the Vermilion Region is Elder Lawrence, fulfilling expectations, which indirectly indicates that Finnian Lawrence is not qualified to participate in the event.
If Elaine were on the judging panel, Nora Northwood would also not be qualified to participate.
Having no immediate family members involved is one of the rules.
At the two o’clock session, eight perfumers from VK are participating, but Nora Northwood is not among them.
According to the investigation group’s results, her achievements allow her to directly participate in tomorrow’s session.
There is no audience at the event venue; only perfumers are allowed entry.
Among many people, Jasper Sinclair is an unexpected presence.
On the screen, each perfumer’s ingredient list is being displayed publicly. As they work, the screen’s data changes in real time.
This can’t help but make one marvel at the greatness of the current technological era.
Nora Northwood and Megan Underwood sit together, carefully observing each person’s ingredient list, memorizing them in their minds.
Unfortunately, Rachel Woodward’s session is in the next time slot, making it impossible to make clearer comparisons.
In a place where no one can see, Nora Northwood’s hands have already clenched tightly into fists.
Megan Underwood reminds her, "The leaf wasn’t used; you provided the inspiration data."
"And Lisa Hutchinson," Nora Northwood responds.
The night before the event began, Nora Northwood provided each VK perfumer with an inspiration formula.
Her reason was to encourage everyone to give their all in this event, as it affected VK Brand’s influence in the fragrance market.
Of course, the formula she gifted was just a reference. If anyone had better creative ideas, they were encouraged to pursue their own creations.
After a half-hour of observation, Nora Northwood and Megan Underwood discovered that only two perfumers had referenced the inspiration formula.
Hence, these two could be ruled out as suspects.
Next, they awaited Rachel Woodward’s appearance.
During the judge’s review session, Nora Northwood didn’t listen closely; her mind was entirely focused on uncovering the mole within VK.
If this person wasn’t found, the subsequent events could be affected even more.
During the intermission, Nora Northwood went to the top-floor lounge and found Jasper Sinclair.
"How’s it going? Did you find the person you’re looking for?"
The man was equally concerned about the progress because he had provided the idea.
"Not yet. We have to wait for Rachel Woodward to appear before we can conclude," Nora Northwood said, snuggling into Jasper Sinclair’s embrace. "Hold me for a while, will you?"
"Holding you, holding tight."
As soon as he spoke, Nora Northwood felt weightless, already being swept off her feet and carried towards the sofa.
The seats at the event are hard and lack backrests, making it easy to get back pain after sitting for a long time.
After a moment of silence, the sounds of Nora Northwood stirring came from the man’s embrace, sounding somewhat muffled.
"The recruitment process for VK’s perfumers is very strict, with each step monitored. The initial interview is with HR, the second with Megan Underwood, and the third I personally oversee. I don’t understand..."
This year, similar unexpected incidents have occurred twice at VK, and both times, the Woodward Family was involved.
Nora Northwood believes she treats everyone well, rarely pulling rank as a boss, always upholding a philosophy of harmony leading to prosperity, treating everyone like friends, ensuring all company benefits, along with paid holidays and team-building activities, are a regular delight.