When Sigourney stepped off the stage, the hall remained bustling with activity. Many people approached her to converse, congratulate her, and gradually discuss the upcoming collaborative projects.

Throughout it all, Sigourney remained the same, maintaining a gentle smile at the corners of her lips. Yet, for some reason, as time passed, a vague sense of discomfort in her heart grew stronger.

Theodore, perceptive as ever, noticed immediately and began to rub her back. Then, he leaned close to ...