Chapter 237
Chapter 237 I Will Consider It
On therge screen behind, the art disyed was indeed the one drawn by Eileen. It was astonishing
at first nce, not only because of its color but also because of its craftsmanship. Without at least three
to four decades of experience, it would be impossible for anyone to achieve that level of skill.
Eileen adjusted her breathing. The gazes of the two people sitting in the central seats below the stage
were hard for her to ignore. That was her first time seeing Nancy. There was at certain simr and
harmonious aura between her and Jasper. They were a perfect match.
After all she had been through, Eileen was no longer flustered. Upon seeing Jasper, she was even
moreposed than she had imagined.
Casting a casual nce, she took off her ck hat. “Sorry, I got caught in traffic and am a bitte.”
The moment everyoneid eyes on Eileen, most of them expressed ‘astonishment.’
From the start, her young age was astonishing, yet her painting skills were on par with those of an art
academy graduate. It was important to understand that every year, millions aspired to enter art
academies, but only a few hundred were epted. Interestingly, the judges who made the selection at
that time were professors from the art academy.
At that moment, it was her appearance that took one’s breath away. She was dressed simply, but her
face was unforgettable.
The magazine that was initially sold like hotcakes only showed a vague side profile of Eileen. In
person, she was more beautiful than her cover photo.
A man in histe sixties or early seventies stood below the stage, his hair snowy ke. He lowered his
head to put on his sses and picked up the microphone. “Before presenting you with the award, may I
take the liberty to ask where the inspiration for this painting came
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from?”
The host handed the microphone to Eileen. As she prepared to speak for the first time, she seemed
somewhat nervous, unsure of how to begin.
As everyone fell silent, waiting for her to speak, Eileen’s heart seemed to calm down as well.
“Actually… When I was painting this piece, I was just giving it a try because that… was the darkest and
lowest point in my life. I missed a very importantpetition, which almost knocked me down. I even
considered dropping out of school… just taking things as theye. Moreover, the theme of the
competition was hope. At that time, I couldn’t see a glimmer of hope at all. However, a friend once told
me… Even if one lives in darkness, one should not fear the sunlight. If they are willing, that beam of
light can be their salvation. Hold on to the light, and miracles of hope can happen. The more
impossible it
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seems…”
Elm’s voice and words echoed in her mind.
She repeated what he said. “We must turn the impossible into possible! Even in adversity. there is
hope. Darkness and light can coexist. It’s these very words that, no matter how bleak. or sad I was at
the time, I still had to paint a picture full of hope and sunshine at my lowest point. This is also what I
truly desired in my heart.”
As soon as Eileen finished speaking, a round of apuse followed.
As she faced those rounds of apuse and affirmation, Eileen didn’t cast a nce at the person
directly in front of her.
Upon seeing the namete on the table, Eileen was somewhat taken aback. It was Gideon, a national-
level master of traditional painting and a professor at Hulbury Central Art Academy,
At first, Eileen wasn’t sure until she took a look at the name.
When it was time to present the award, Jasper stepped forward and handed her a trophy adorned with
Boundless Tech’s logo, which was a cartoon character holding a paintbrush.
In addition, there was also a contract with Boundless Tech to be an artist.
Eileen was hesitant about whether to sign or not. That was undoubtedly akin to abor contract. She
hadn’t even graduated yet, yet she was already starting to work for others.
“Congrattions.” The deep voice of Jasper echoed from above.
Eileen’s heart gave a jolt. “Thank you.”
While the award ceremony had ended, there was still a banquet to attend.
Eileen didn’t enjoy the lively atmosphere. She wanted to refuse, but she simply couldn’t.
She was asked to stay.
Jasper was a person of high status, always surrounded by people wherever he went. He was unlike
ordinary people who were not qualified to sit with him. Hence, Eileen was seated in a separate private
room.
Thankfully, she still had Benjamin’spany.
Actually, it was quite difficult for her to have a conversation with him. After all, she hadn’t been to
school for a long time, and aside from discussing topics, she couldn’t really hold a conversation beyond
live sentences.
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Halfway through the meal, Eileen pretended to go to the bathroom and left.
Thus, those people who wanted to pry some gossip from Eileen didn’t even get a chance to do so.
Outside the hotel, there was a scenic balcony. Eileen asked the waiter for a cup of hot water and sat on
the balcony. Not long after, another figure took a seat across from her. “When do you n to return to
school? Your second-ce ranking is at risk.”
Aside from discussing topics, Benjamin rarely spoke that much.
Eileen didn’t respond. Instead, she asked, “Have the results for the Olympiad Mathe out? How did
you do?”
Benjamin said calmly, “I took first ce. Most of them secured a guaranteed spot, including
Vera.”
Eileen nodded. “As expected.” Why did he specifically mention Vera?
“Even so, I won’t let you take the top spot.”
Eileen was unusually rxed in his presence. She said, “There’s no need for you to step aside. I’ll take
the first ce. It’ll be good for you to taste what it’s like to be second.
“If you surpass me, you’ll be the top scorer in the national university entrance exam. However, you truly
deserve this honor.” Benjamin had guessed it much earlier that would eventually return to school one
day.
It was because she was different from others.
“Of course,” she said, the evening breeze tousling her hair as she gazed at the distant, brilliantly lit
night view. “Although, how did you end up here?”
Benjamin stated candidly, “I am the founder of Boundless Tech. I started thispany!”
Eileen was perplexed,
Benjamin had a pair of attractive, monolid eyes. When he drooped his eyelids, it gave off a sense of
world-weariness. “Few people know about it, and I usually don’t have the time, so I leave it to my
friends to manage.”
“Benjamin, you continue to be as outstanding as ever,” said Eileen.
“Wee to Boundless Tech, Eileen!” Benjamin greeted.
“I’ll take that into consideration,” Eileen replied.
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“Alright, take your time to think it over. You can determine your sry,” Benjamin said, casually putting
his hands in his pockets before walking away.
When Eileen picked up the cup of water, she realized it had already gone cold.
As she returned to the private room, Jasper and Nancy coincidentally emerged from it, identally
colliding with Eileen.
Wearing a ck hooded dress, Eileen looked at Jasper with an indifferent expression. She briefly
nced at Fabian, who stood behind Jasper, and silently stepped aside to make. way
for them.
Just as everyone was leaving, Benjamin offered to carry her bag. The meal didn’t take too long,sting
just over an hour.
Benjamin suggested, “Should I give you a ride? It’s difficult to find a taxi at the moment.”
Eileen furrowed her eyebrows and replied, “I appreciate your offer, then.”
“You’re wee.”
They walked towards the elevator, but upon seeing it was already full, no one entered.
However, Jasper blocked the elevator door with his hand, creating space in the crowdedpartment.
“Are youing in?”
People around them also began to shuffle to the side.