Chapter 49
Chapter 49
When Hansen appeared at the event holding Aria's hand, the reporters who gathered around immediately rushed forward and started taking photos of the couple.
The cameras around flashed non-stop, shining on the beautiful couple!
"Mr. Richards, I heard that you proposed to Aria McAdams. Is this true?"
"Mr. Richards, I heard that you knelt down to propose to Aria. That's so romantic!"
"Mr. Richards, can you tell us when your wedding with Aria will be scheduled?"
"Excuse me, Mr. Richards, where are you going to hold your wedding? There are rumors that you have already obtained a marriage certificate in England, is it true?"
The crowd of reporters kept throwing questions at them.
Hansen and Aria were surrounded by many media reporters, with multiple microphones pointed at them.
Hansen had spent all his energy and effort on this event. He had utilized a lot of manpower and material resources, but he did not expect that the media was more interested in his private life than the event. It really annoyed him.
Aria smiled proudly; she was happy. She had to persuade Hansen to hold her hand when they arrived. In such an important event, she was happy to appear alongside Hansen in front of the financial magnates and political figures. It was not a typical occasion. She hoped that the media would make a big deal out of it so she could let the whole world know that she was Hansen Richard's fiancee.
"I'm sorry, no comments." Hansen was expressionless. He looked at Alvin and hinted at him. Alvin quickly ordered the bodyguards to block off the reporters and opened up a path for them to walk through. Hansen quickly grabbed the delighted Aria and strode into the convention center.
All the media reporters in A city knew that the private life of Hansen Richards, the President of Richards Group, was a mystery. Despite good news circulating around that he was going to marry Mayor McAdams' daughter, Aria McAdams soon, it was still only a rumor. Some senior reporters still remembered the low profile wedding from three years ago. All of them were confused and curious. They all worked hard, trying to uncover the truth.
Now, every reporter rushed into the venue of the press conference, waiting for an opportunity!
The press conference officially began after a burst of passionate songs.
"Cosmic Hybrid Car, combined with the many excellent qualities of today's automotive industry. Safe, environmental-friendly, comfortable, minimal fuel consumption, fashionable, distinguished designs, elegance, and nature- friendly. It's comfortable and spacious, just like Richards Group's pursuit of quality, excellence, wealth, cultural importance, safety, and health." The event emcee explained gracefully, "The project signed here today is the outcome of the joint efforts of Richards Group Automotive and various parties. Now, please welcome on stage, the President of Richards Group, Hansen Richards."
There was warm applause from the audience.
A melodious song played softly in the background. © 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.
The spotlights flashed alternately, and Hansen, dressed in an expensive, hand-made suit that fitted him perfectly, walked calmly towards the center of the stage.
"I would like to thank all our distinguished guests for coming today. Welcome to Richards Group. I hereby announce that Richards Group's first- ever "Spread Out Love With Cosmic Hybrid Car" event has officially begun." His voice was powerful and magnetic. It was concise and simple, which suited his status and style of doing things...
Jenna stood under the stage and watched quietly. There were many distinguished guests including ambassadors of different countries, presidents of multinational companies, famous
entrepreneurs, acquaintances from abroad and within the country, Mayor McAdams, and a number of political figures. Major local and foreign media were present too.
Aria's father was dressed formally and was present as Hansen's future father-in-law. He sat beside Aria and Hansen.
Jenna suddenly felt that all of this was so far away from her. It was a totally different world. The confusion and chill that she felt made her feel empty. Why did all this matter to her? She was just a passerby. Everything was just going to happen as planned.
Tonight, she would fulfill her duty and explain her designs. But afterwards, where would she go?
"Next, let's welcome the world- class designer, Miss Murphy, to explain about the cars she designed," the emcee announced.
"Miss Murphy, is it really her? She designed the cars?"
"I heard that Miss Murphy is a close acquaintance of Rayan Whalen, one of the richest men in the world. Why is she in Richards Group?"
"Yeah, the Adya that she designed were hugely popular around the world. The sales were off the charts. It was indeed well designed. I like it very much."
"I heard that she is a beautiful woman?"
Commotion ensued.
The audience were busy whispering to each other.
Jenna gently lifted the elegant dress with her hand, and walked towards the stage.
She was calm and confident, with a shining smile on her face!
The cameras flashed non-stop and the audience fell silent. Everyone's eyes fell on her.
Jenna looked classy and pure, and her movements were elegant. The white, deep-V, and off- shoulder dress was like a blooming lily. The dress tightly hugged her body and there were no excessive decorations on it. She wore light makeup which showed off her delicate features, and her eyes were bright and untainted. The simple look did not affect her beauty, but instead showed off a mixture of classic and modern fashion. It was unforgettable.
All the men were mesmerized by her!
In order to highlight the cars, she deliberately chose a light dress so that she wouldn't be the center of attention. On the projector, her presentation was concise and highlighted the car's merits. In order to show off the car, she even dimmed the lights and hid herself in darkness a few times.
Nonetheless, when the dimmed light turned on again, she still attracted everyone's attention.
Aria's face was almost distorted.
Standing on the stage, Jenna was like a quietly blooming lily. She looked noble, serene, and gave people a pleasant feeling. She was absorbed in the presentation and her speech was on point. Her
voice was pleasant, bereft of any dramatic effect, and was natural. In the end, she became the bright spot, the main character of the whole event.
The car she designed was even more vivid and all-encompassing.
This had always been the case. At university, on the student stage, she would attract the envious eyes of all her classmates. As long as Jenna stood next to her, everything else will fall into the background in an instant.
Jenna just stood quietly, but like a magnetic field, she would attract all the eyes lingering on Aria onto herself. Suddenly, she was no longer visible and her shine dimmed.
For a long time, Aria refused to accept it, and she was burning with hatred. In the past three years, without Jenna, she lived a beautiful life! Unexpectedly, when she was about to succeed, she came out like a ghost, out of nowhere!
"Bravo! Well done!" Thunderous applause broke out from the audience, and many people applauded loudly.
As Hansen guessed, after Jenna's presentation, the following signing ceremony was very successful.
Jenna's design, the Modern Chindya, an off- road sedan, had set a new record. This car managed to attract the attention of many financial groups, and some companies even signed contracts worth hundreds of millions. It was hundreds of millions of units. The number far exceeded that of Whalen Group's Modern Adya.
After the signing of the contract, it would be put into production. This would drive Richards Group's production up and strengthen Richards Group's financial position!
As a result, Richards Group's luxury car sales would be on the top of the world!
The contract signing proceeded in an orderly manner.
It was a great success! It was foreseeable that Hansen would make billions from these deals, not including the unquantifiable business income. It seemed that the choice to hire Jenna was the right one. He was indeed a genius in the business world. For such a man, success was inevitable.
Hansen sat proudly on his seat, smiling from time to time, talking elegantly like a gentleman. He was in a good mood today!
"Dear distinguished guests and friends from the media, we will now proceed to the next event of the evening, the charity event. Now, let's welcome the President of Richards Group, Mr. Hansen Richards and the Vice President, Miss Aria McAdams on stage!" The emcee announced the commencement of the second event after the contract signings.
The charity event was not only a chance to help people, but it was an opportunity for successful people to be remembered. Hansen skillfully used this opportunity.
Warm applause sounded.
The low and elegant music flowed slowly.
All the media raised the cameras in their hands!
Under the dazzling lights, Hansen and Aria appeared in front of everyone. However, the business people were still immersed in the signing ceremony. Their focus was to make a profit after all. They were still busy looking at the designs.
Hansen held Aria's hand, his suit was on his slender and tall body. His face was radiant, full of alluring smiles, and his handsome face was shining with awe- inspiring spirit. His eyes were quiet and his manners were calm.
He raised his hand and waved towards the audience, but his bright black eyes suddenly turned gloomy after glancing at the audience. The personable Rayan Whalen was in the audience, looking at him and Aria with smiles in his eyes. His eyes were clear and bright.
Hansen suddenly felt dull. This man, a wealthy businessman, was of course invited to this event. He sat in the unobtrusive position he had arranged for him from the beginning to the end, but he was indifferent. He even showed a determined expression, and on his face hung a confident smile.
He didn't like this feeling very much.