No longer a pushover (Noelle and Cedric)

Noelle took a deep breath. In her past life, by the time she learned about this screenwriting event, it was already too late. Xenia had stolen the credit and was trending as the most talented screenwriter.

That was when Noelle realized her scripts had been signed under someone else's name. Yet, what could she have done? She had been forced to watch helplessly as Xenia took everything from her, leaving her with nothing but ruin.

But this time? Noelle was not going to let Xenia have her way.

...

Inside the banquet hall, Xenia stood at Donovan's side, wrapped in a designer gown, radiating elegance and poise. She needed to make a good impression because starting today, she was officially MM Bean—the brilliant screenwriter behind the latest industry hit.

As for Noelle? That idiot would forever be nothing more than a stepping stone. First, she would become an acclaimed screenwriter.

Then, she would take over Blake's company. Once she controlled all his resources, she would use them to elevate herself to stardom.noveldrama

The more Xenia thought about it, the more excited she became. Becoming a famous actress had always been her childhood dream.

Sean's plan was already proving successful as Donovan had given her the charity foundation and was even handing her control over Blake's company. Xenia believed she was on her way to the top.

...

As the venue filled, the host took the stage and announced, "I'm sure everyone here is familiar with the hottest TV series of the season. Tonight, we welcome a representative from Moonbright Entertainment to say a few words."

Donovan stepped onto the stage, delivering a few polished remarks. Then, with a proud smile, he turned to Xenia. "Moonbright Entertainment faced some challenges in recent years, but fortunately, I have a very talented sister."

Applause erupted across the room. Xenia basked in the attention, her heels clicking confidently as she ascended the stage. She had worked for this moment; her years of effort had finally brought her here.

However, just as she reached the steps, the doors to the banquet hall swung open. When Xenia saw the pair of figures strolling in, her breath caught, and her smile froze.

Seeing Noelle and Blake, Xenia's mind reeled as she wondered what Noelle was doing there. Then, a wave of unease crashed over her.

If Noelle was present, how was Donovan supposed to announce that she was the real screenwriter? Of course, not only Xenia was startled; Donovan's expression flickered as his gaze landed on Blake.

He thought, "What on earth is Blake doing here?"

Eion's voice rang across the hall. "Blake is officially out of the hospital today! He made a special trip just for this event!"

Some attendees had failed to recognize him due to the mask he still wore, but with the announcement, everyone knew.

Blake strolled toward the stage, stopping in front of Donovan. "Donovan, you wouldn't mind if I said a few words, would you? I mean, I have been overseeing this project for a while now."

Donovan's grip tightened around the microphone. Lowering his voice, he growled, "Why did you bring Noelle?"

Blake smirked. "Didn't you just say we should be thanking our talented sister? I figured I'd help you; otherwise, after your speech, who exactly were you planning to call up?"

Then, he turned to the woman

standing at the top of the stairs. His voice rang out loud and clear. "Or were you planning to have our

adopted sister take the spot that rightfully belongs to

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sister?"

A murmur spread through the crowd, and soon, all eyes shifted to Xenia. She froze. Her face stiffened as a burning sense of humiliation crept up her spine, not expecting Blake to dare disrupt the event like this. sŵnovel

Xenia had always assumed he would not go against Donovan. That was why she had never bothered keeping up the sweet act around him. I fact, she had openly mocked him, belittled him, and taunted him.

If she had known this would happen, she would have kept pretending.

She clenched her fists, barely maintaining her composure. On stage, Donovan's glare darkened. "Enough, Blake. Don't make a scene. You're messing up my plans."

Blake turned back to face him. "Oh? But weren't your plans to officially announce our talented sister?"

Then, without another word, he turned to Noelle. "Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce the real genius behind the hit series-my brilliant sister, Noelle!"

The room buzzed with whispers as Noelle gracefully lifted the hem of her gown and ascended the steps. She walked at a steady pace, exuding confidence.

When she reached the top, she paused. Then, with an effortless smile, she extended a hand to Xenia and asked, "Are you joining me?"