Chapter 541

Lisa's assistant didn't respond, so Lisa, puzzled, asked again, "Isn't it mice?"

The assistant, rubbing her nose, replied innocently, "I have a cold. I can't smell anything!" "Oh!" Lisa exclaimed, understanding. She then shook her wrist proudly. "Then it's a pity you can't smell this lovely fragrance." The assistant had followed Lisa from Westwood, having been assigned by Wesley to care for his daughter. Lisa disliked this arrangement; her father still treated her like a child.

With Wesley, such an excellent perfumer, no other could compare in Lisa's estimation. Her curiosity about new fragrances remained her primary interest.

However, neither Lily nor Lisa anticipated the city-wide discussion sparked by the next day's article, "Seeking a Fragrance Expert."

The female reporter's vivid description piqued the curiosity of every perfume enthusiast. She skillfully evoked the scent's magic, capturing both the innocence of a girl and the allure of a mature woman. A perfume enthusiast herself, she described the fragrance so well that readers could almost smell it. The article prominently featured "The Mysterious Hyderland Perfumer" in bold font, adding intrigue.

While some Hyderland perfumes enjoyed success, few achieved international fame. Major beauty and perfume brands had attempted breakthroughs, but the task proved exceedingly difficult. Many aspired to the perfume business, but few remained sincere. Those who persevered and mastered the skills usually obtained a professional perfumer's license, and those who didn't, left.

Recognition of one's name indicated talent. Therefore, speculation centered on a select few; Lily was not among them.

This was unsurprising. Lily's reputation remained relatively limited. Although she had recently won an international award, it was for judging, not creating, perfumes. Furthermore, her talent notwithstanding, why had she left Westwood to return home? Most top Hyderland perfumers typically pursued their careers abroad.

Beyond the gossip, curious individuals contacted Lisa, inquiring about the perfumer's identity.

Lisa's assistant, Daisy, was shocked. Previous shows hadn't generated such a sensation—a small bottle of perfume had. The attention far exceeded her expectations. "Daisy, why didn't you let me say Lily gave me the perfume?" Lisa complained, referencing Daisy's interception of a phone call.

"Lisa, I'm doing this for your good," Daisy said defensively. "Think about it. Have you ever had this much media attention? You must capitalize on this opportunity!"

"I don't need this much attention!" Lisa retorted unhappily. She liked the perfume, but the media should focus on her business acumen. Why the sudden shift in focus?

As for the reporter, her fascination stemmed from a brief encounter with the scent. How could a fleeting sniff inspire such mystification?

"Okay, even if you don't need it, is your friend ready for this level of attention?" Daisy argued, changing tack. "Lisa, don't forget, she's from Hyderland. Who'll believe it? What excellent perfumes can Hylanders make? People will question her. Wouldn't it be troublesome for her?"