Chapter 277
Chapter 277:
Then the music shifted, picking up speed and filling the room with tension. Kristine’s eyes snapped back to the screen.
On camera, she seemed untouched and unhurried — yet as she tackled each question with calm precision, a quiet strength became unmistakable, a certainty that she was exactly where she belonged. She was almost astonished by her own presence.
Could that confident woman really be her? She practically glowed.
As Kristine sat quietly puzzling over her own appearance, the short clip began making waves online. Within minutes, it surged onto the trending charts.
“Seriously, am I the only one completely hooked? She took over the entire show, and she looks incredible p>
“I honestly assumed she’d just be some gorgeous background extra — but she’s brilliant! Completely surprised me p>
“I felt the same way! I kept thinking the main star was front and center, but the real scene-stealer was her. Did not expect that p>
“Did you catch how she started out in full glam, then switched to light makeup by the end? Somehow she looked even more stunning with less p>
“Minimal makeup suits her best. She belongs on the big screen, honestly p>
W𝗲 𝘶pda𝗍𝖾 𝘦𝘷еr𝘺 𝘸е𝘦𝗄 on ѕ.𝖼𝘰𝗆
“Can someone please cast her already? I need to see this woman starring in a movie or a TV series. She was born to play the world’s most beautiful character p>
As Kristine’s name exploded across social media, the show’s ratings soared to new heights. Eve could barely contain her excitement. Without wasting a moment, she picked up the phone and called Kristine to share the news.
But not everyone was happy about her sudden fame.
Elyse found herself lost in a never-ending stream of comments worshipping Kristine. Jealousy prickled under her skin until she nearly flung her phone across the room. Instead, she glanced at Colton, who sat barely reacting as he watched television.
On the enormous suite screen, Kristine’s presence dominated every frame.
Elyse paused before speaking gently. “Colton… it’s getting late. Don’t you want to sleep p>
Colton ignored her and kept his eyes on the screen.
Not giving up, Elyse circled behind him and loosely wrapped her arms around his neck. “Colton p>
Before she could say another word, he shot her a frosty look. Her stomach dropped. She withdrew her arms at once.
Colton’s attention returned to the glowing screen, where Kristine remained the star.
A sharp sting hit Elyse as she pressed her lips together. “Colton… is it really that unbearable for you to be near me? If you can’t stand this, maybe we should call off our wedding. I’d hate to force you into anything you don’t want p>
Colton rubbed his temple, fingers kneading at the ache. “You’re making this more complicated than it is. I said I’d go through with it, and I’m sticking to that p>
Relief flickered in Elyse’s eyes. She snuck a glance at Kristine’s face on the screen before lowering her voice. “Then why won’t you ever post a picture of us on Facebook p>
“It’s not worth the trouble,” he answered flatly.