Guests had yet to lay eyes on Karen's calligraphy when Roger, the cheeky old man, made a swift exit, fearing someone might snatch the masterpiece from him. The crowd called after him, "Roger, let us have a look before you dash off!" But Roger wasn't having any of it. He hadn't paid a dime for it. What if someone offered a higher bid after just one glance?

The crowd: Such a renowned artist, and yet so petty!

Karen just laughed it off, unbothered, as a glare of pure jealousy shot her way. Turning towards the source of the glare, her lips curled into a smile, charming and alluring.

Alyssa's once bustling exhibit of calligraphy was now deserted. Some guests wore expressions of regret; even the gentleman who had made an offer was eager to see Karen's work. A rage uncontained shimmered in her eyes. She couldn't accept this reality. She was supposed to be the star of the show, confident of victory, yet she lost!

She was Alyssa Wright of Rivenwood, raised in a family that valued arts and culture, praised for her intelligence and diligence by her tutors. She was no amateur. How could Karen surpass her!

would be this, she would have never suggested a live vote. The embarrassment wasn't just on Alyssa but

a sip from her glass of water, savoring it, "What a refreshing drink!" She approached Alyssa, chin slightly lifted, looking down at her, "Are you still up for

if you won the first

of water, blowing away the bubbles before taking

arrogant and disrespectful in front of a national audience. Comments started to turn against Karen, with some viewers sympathizing with Alyssa, while others criticized her

took a hit, with only a

time, all eyes were on Karen She stood before her canvas, a picture of elegance, as if she had stepped out of a classic painting. Holding a brush, she chose to paint with colors directly, laying down a base of light colors. Using

to dance on

outdone again, chose a grand ink painting, aiming to overshadow Karen's work. As she worked her brush, creating majestic mountains, more

those who stayed were

painting was praised for its grandeur and depth, a rare talent in conveying the essence of nature. Alyssa, smiling sweetly, suggested everyone

Approaching Karen's canvas, they

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