Revenge Of The Cannon Fodder Villainess

Chapter 112 - Variety Show (13)

As they entered the dark room that Lia had initially emerged from, Lia flipped on the lights, walking deeper into the room.

As she followed her, Valentina couldn't help but look around curiously.

Compared to the elegance of the other rooms, this one looked like a proper workspace. It was a humongous room with the longest wall solely dedicated to different types of fabric, threads, and other materials.

Spread out in the rest of the room were several large desks with paper cutouts, fabrics, sewing machines, and other tools Valentina couldn't identify spread all over. Beside the desks were mannequins that were partially draped with clothes and whiteboards with writing and photos on them.

Lia led her to the largest table in the center of the room and pointed at the whiteboard filled with photos that Valentina had shared the day before, as well as a variety of sketches and notes.

Standing next to it was a mannequin draped in a dress that was very similar to what Valentina had shown Lia with a few changes. Rather than the silver color, the dress was a pure white that slowly bled into a deep red that was almost black, giving the flowers and leaves pinned at the bottom an almost corrupted look, as if they had been dipped in blood and ink. Despite the brightness of the white color, there was a sheen to the material that was reminiscent of metal, which still gave it the armor-like effect.

Although the inspiration photo had no sleeves, Lia had crafted long sleeves that had a faint feather-like pattern that was only visible when the light hit it a certain way.

"So? What do you think? I had to make the little diamond pieces one by one and test out a bunch of materials to get the consistency and shine right. I also added the detachable sleeves since I wasn't sure if you were still bruised from your fall. It's not fully complete yet, but I think it looks pretty good so far, right?" Lia gave her a smug look as if she were waiting for praise.

Looking between the beautiful dress that had come to life before her eyes and the person who made it possible, Valentina couldn't help but throw her arms around Lia and hug her, squeezing the shorter woman as tightly as she could.

"It looks amazing! How did you do this? You're amazing, Lia!" not holding back, Valentina continually praised the woman, causing her to blush before she tossed her head back confidently.

"Hehe, it's no big deal. Even though this is just a quick prototype, I'm glad you like it. As I said, I'm not done yet. I have to finish the seams, fit it properly, finish the detailing at the bottom, and maybe add some more embroidery, but this is a general idea, and I can have it done for your final fitting tomorrow before the show. If you don't like it, naturally, I can provide a different outfit."

"No, this is great! I would be honored to wear it!"

"Great! You'll have to come by tomorrow so we can test out the accessories and the works, but those are minor details. I remember you saying you had something to ask me. Well, I had something to ask you as well." Lia put down her coffee cup before hopping onto a work desk, her little feet swinging in the air.

Turning to face her, the expression on Valentina's face got serious as Lia seemed to be examining her from top to bottom. As if she had made a decision, Lia nodded her head firmly before beginning to speak.

"I told you, right? That I had something I wanted to ask you. Well, how do you feel about attending a fashion even with me as my plus one? I want you to be my muse and wear what I create. Naturally, I'll pay for everything, and you can treat it as a mini vacation; I just want you to come and wear what I style for you. What do you think?"

"Uh, sure, I don't mind, I guess. What event is it?" Valentina asked curiously.

"The Met," Lia replied with a wide smile.