As Joan's followers increased, so did the number of comments on her posts. Many were convinced that she was Sean's future wife. Even some lesser-known models from East Joy Talent commented, carefully choosing their words but ultimately wishing her well.

The shirt Sean wore in the photos was the one Abigail had ripped a button off the night before. Noticing Abigail's darkening expression, Luna snatched the phone. After scrolling through the comments, her eyes blazed with fury.

"Did Kevin team up with Sean to manipulate us? Did they create this program to humiliate us? It shouldn't be called Top Designer; it should be called Kissing Up to the Mistress!"

As Luna raged, Abigail quickly retrieved the phone, fearing she would throw it.

"Why are you so upset? I'm not," Abigail said with a faint smile. "Since it's decided, let's accept it. It doesn't matter. Either way, this benefits L.Moon. We can't forfeit this opportunity just because we don't want to see Joan. It's not worth it."

Abigail sat at her desk, picking up her pen to rework designs she disliked.

"You're right. There's no guarantee we'll be assigned to the same team as her anyway."

Since Abigail wasn't angry, Luna reluctantly let it go. She pursed her lips and set the issue aside.

Soon after the production team's announcement, the studio phone rang incessantly. The sudden attention brought a flood of new orders. Many clients wanted an Alana design before the show's popularity exploded. Luna and the sales team were overwhelmed, experiencing the brand's rising popularity firsthand, just as Abigail had predicted.

The power of the internet was undeniable. In a single day, the studio maxed out on orders. Some worried customers even requested all available designs, including those from last season.

The women and their staff worked late. Only after 8:00 PM, when everyone else had left, did Abigail and Luna finally slump onto the couch.

"Is Sean still at your place?" Luna broke the silence.

"I don't know if he went back," Abigail replied. The mention of his name stirred mixed emotions. He was a company president; it didn't seem right for him to stay in her small apartment. Furthermore…

The photos Joan had shared flashed through Abigail's mind. She closed her eyes, trying to dismiss them. Picking up her phone, she noticed a new text.

Exhausted, she checked it. It was from Kevin, informing her that filming would begin soon.

"Kevin says filming starts soon. I'm only worried about Grandma being alone while I'm on the show."

Abigail worried. She didn't want to burden Sean by continuing their pretense.

"I got the text too. What do you plan to do?" Luna asked, waving her phone.

"Luna, do you know any reliable housekeepers? I need someone to stay with Grandma. She's getting old and frail, and I don't want to leave her alone."

Abigail decided to ask Luna for help.

"I figured," Luna replied. "Don't worry. I'll have my housekeeper come over. She's worked for my family for years and you can trust her."

Abigail hugged her friend. "Don't get married. We can just spend our lives together."

Luna laughed. "I object. You'll soar without a man holding you back, but I'll die without one."

Abigail was speechless.

After the housekeeper arrived, Abigail took her home immediately. She didn't contact Sean.

He wouldn't want me to, Abigail thought. His relationship with Joan was no longer a secret. It wouldn't be appropriate for him to come to her apartment anymore.

Meanwhile, in Lakevale, Sean gave his phone to Cameron before entering a meeting. "Call Abigail later. Tell her I won't be home tonight."

Graham International's sales director was supposed to meet a business partner, but had a car accident. Sean and Cameron had to rush to Lakevale.

Sean was busy with the meeting, and Cameron with logistics. After 1:00 AM, Cameron remembered Sean's request. Sean's phone was dead, and Sean was still in the meeting. He assumed Mrs. Graham was asleep. Cameron, afraid to disturb Abigail, decided to tell her tomorrow and began charging Sean's phone.

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