The atmosphere at the final showcase of the competition was incredibly lively from the very beginning.
The participants in this competition stood out from thousands of contestants during the preliminary rounds, showing real strength with no fluff. Therefore, when the first contestant presented their work, the audience was already captivated by the dazzling jewelry.
The second contestant was also strong, and the unique design style earned praise from the judges. However, what Lu Jinwen presented went beyond admiration; it was a stunning display of genius.
The fluid shape designs, the gorgeous yet not extravagant styles, and the material combinations not only made people see beauty but also conveyed a design that immersed one’s emotions. It was magical, needing no words to convey its impact.
This was undoubtedly a masterpiece at the level of a master! Only a master’s work could possess such magical charm!
“OMG, my God, your guidance is not wrong. China is a magical country. This is not just the disciple I was looking for, but my kindred spirit!”
Franck, excited, even stood up from his chair, expressing his astonishment in a very strange tone in Chinese.
The decision to come to China this time was correct. Unexpectedly, right from the beginning, he saw such a stunning work. He didn’t even want to see the later ones; he didn’t expect anyone to surpass the work of the third contestant. In this world, there were not so many geniuses.
Even Yan Junfeng below was amazed. He knew Lu Jinwen had good talent, and her presented work wouldn’t be too bad, but he didn’t expect her to surpass expectations and design such a piece.
“Mr. Yan, this competition is very successful, too perfect. It’s even better than the works of our team. It can definitely compete with the mysterious ‘Chen.'”
Yan Junfeng’s assistant whispered in excitement. Currently, both the company and the media knew about their mysterious designer, Chen. The hottest jewelry designs of Yan Jewelry were all designed by Chen.
“Perfect? No, not enough.”
Although amazed, Yan Junfeng shook his head at his assistant’s words.
Lu Jinwen’s work was undoubtedly excellent, but he always felt something was off. He felt that the work wasn’t as perfect as everyone exclaimed, as if it was missing something…
At the same time, in the special guest seat, at the moment Lu Jinwen presented her work, a compelling aura emanated from Song Mochen. Sharp, cold light gleamed in his deep black eyes.
The two bodyguards beside him exchanged glances, both showing surprise in their eyes: Wasn’t that painting the one they drew together with General Jiang during the playfulness? What’s going on!
The contestants backstage stared at the screen displaying the showcased works, and one by one, their faces turned pale. Their confidence shattered before even going on stage; with Lu Jinwen’s performance, their appearances would merely be a formality.
Although very unwilling, they had to admit that Lu Jinwen’s work was truly much better than theirs. Even the effect brought by the last contestant’s appearance was equally astonishing.
They had always thought that ‘Jiang Zichen’ was their strong opponent, but they actually overlooked Lu Jinwen. Either the other party hid it well, or the ancestral tomb was smoking. The performance was extraordinary!
“I swear, luckily, there’s a prize for entering the finals. Otherwise, these past few months would have been in vain…” Some with a positive mindset self-consoled, but really, what could be done? Others had the talent, crying wouldn’t help.
The crowd observed the lively atmosphere of the scene with a sense of sorrowful delight. They glanced at the young man who had been considered the ‘pre-arranged winner’ just a moment ago, unable to shake off a strange sense of satisfaction.
With a creation that even made Master Franck lose his composure, if Yan Jewelry had indeed pre-arranged the winner as planned, it would be impossible. So, as the saying goes, any demons or monsters are trash in the face of absolute strength…
Facing the amused and somewhat malicious gazes of the remaining contestants in the lounge, Su Jingxuan chose to ignore them. Instead, he focused on the screen, listening to the host talk about Lu Jinwen’s perfect performance, but couldn’t help sneering at her anticipation of victory.
No wonder the manuscript shirt in his room remained intact in his hands. Lu Jinwen had never intended to win the competition.
…
Su Jingxuan’s speculation was correct. Lu Jinwen had no intention of winning the competition at all. The result of the competition was no longer important to her because she knew she couldn’t win.
Even if she won this time using the young man’s work, she simply didn’t have the corresponding level of skill. In the short term, or even in the next ten, twenty, thirty years, or perhaps a lifetime, she couldn’t guarantee that she would surpass the young man.
Not everyone could become a master. The young man had outstanding talent. Even if he lost to her now, he could still create other equally stunning designs. As for her, she couldn’t. What would she do then? Face the skeptical gazes of others, or become a real-life ‘Wound Zhongyong’? Once the young man had the ability to counterattack, would he bear a grudge for her whitewashing?
If she didn’t want to fall into a quagmire in the future, the only way was to… completely ruin it.
Thinking of what she had prepared, Lu Jinwen looked at the dense audience below and the live cameras around the stage, and madness surged within her.
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The final showcase of the competition continued. The contestants in the later order took turns on stage. With Lu Jinwen’s perfection in the front, the later contestants’ works became mere accompaniments.
Although they were just accompaniments, some of them were still quite good. While not astonishing everyone, a few received nods from the judges. After all, with age and experience, these contestants were a breath of fresh air in the jewelry industry after being tempered and refined.
Yan Junfeng nodded, instructing his assistant to take note and focus on cultivating them in the future.
When Su Jingxuan stepped onto the stage, both Yan Junfeng and Song Mochen unconsciously adjusted their sitting postures, sitting up nervously, their eyes fixed on the stage where the young man in a simple shirt and trousers, with a youthful face, stood.
“Next up is our youngest contestant, Number 7, Jiang Zichen, also the first in our online popularity rankings. He’s even the most worshiped little fan of our Master Franck, claiming to want to flatter Master Franck and ask for an autograph. Now, let’s see what surprises this cute little one will bring us…”
The host maintained a perfect professional smile and a humorous style, guiding the atmosphere on the scene.
Franck was even more of a clown, standing up again from his seat, flaunting his exaggerated expressions and showing off his well-shaped buttocks and long legs. His comical spirit was full, making his translator couldn’t help but cover her face, feeling embarrassed even overseas.
People burst into laughter, but at the same time, they were looking forward to the young man’s work.
“Although Lu Jinwen’s work just now was perfect, I really want to see Jiang Zichen’s. I don’t know why. I’m clearly Feifei’s fan, strange…”
“Yeah, yeah, I’ve been wanting to say this for a long time. Although Jiang Zichen’s results in each round weren’t particularly outstanding, I think his works have a very special charm. I don’t know how to describe it, but I feel attracted by him!”
“I really want to see it too. Did you guys notice the scene of him making jewelry in the villa video? Although there’s only a little, I carefully took a screenshot. Those actions and that gaze, it’s absolutely professional! It attracted me!”
“Our Little Chen Chen is, of course, the best, but I’m really curious. I’m so nervous…”
Countless fans flooded the comments section, and everyone was curious. With the ability to reach the finals at the age of seventeen, the young man’s strength was unquestionable.
But soon, when the young man opened the box containing his work, the expressions of everyone froze.
It was a pair of rings. The theme of the final was ‘wedding rings,’ and the young man’s rings were perfect, from the shape to the style, making people marvel.
However… why were they exactly the same as the work of the third contestant, Lu Jinwen?
“This…,” Lu Jinwen, who was sitting on the completed showcase seat, instantly turned pale.
The host, holding the microphone, had a stiff smile. Even with her rich hosting experience, she was dumbfounded at this moment. The judges on the judging panel were even more terrifyingly quiet. Franck’s face had completely turned black.
This was a live broadcast show, and there was no way to pause it. The host had no choice but to speak with a stiff smile.
“Contestant Number 7, can you explain why your work is exactly the same as the work of Contestant Number 3…”
At this moment, the host also tried to inject humor again, desperately wanting the program to fast-forward and finish quickly. She had no idea how to continue with the script. Why weren’t these contestants following the script?
Before Su Jingxuan could speak, Lu Jinwen, with a pale face, stumbled down from the contestant seat. She appeared disbelieving, wanting to examine the rings up close. She seemed to be greatly shocked.
“No, it’s impossible. How could… Xiaochen, why? Why did you do this to your work?” Lu Jinwen raised her head, tears streaking down her face, her voice trembling. She looked like someone who had been hit hard.
The host’s attempt at humor faded away. The situation took a serious turn as Lu Jinwen confronted Su Jingxuan. Everyone’s gaze shifted subtly toward Su Jingxuan.
Although the truth of the matter was unknown at this point, as Lu Jinwen displayed her work first, and considering the age factor, it was easy for everyone to identify the victim.
For now, people were less likely to believe that a seventeen-year-old boy could design works comparable to a master.
