The Hidden Heir: From Rags To Riches

a unique creation

"Ethan, I didn't expect you to know so much about jewelry," Sophia said in a gentle tone as she looked at Ethan in a different light.

Ethan simply smiled and did not say anything else.

"Actually, I had a design that I was very satisfied with a long time ago, but it was a pity that I didn't receive the opportunity to create it," Sophia said seriously.

"This design of the jewelry requires very expensive diamonds. However, neither did I have the qualifications to request such materials nor did the company accept my proposal..." Sophia said slowly with a look of pity on her face.

Taking out an exquisite red wooden box from her drawer, she then lifted out a thick draft from inside.

"This is the one design that I am most proud of. However, I have yet to think of a good name for it," Sophia said and handed over the draft.

Ethan took the document and analyzed its contents seriously.

The more he looked through the design, the more it amazed him.

After analyzing the draft, it was clear to him that Sophia had extraordinary talent in jewelry design.

It was such a pity that she was not placed in a higher position within the company. Furthermore, the circumstances in her family had limited her growth tremendously.

The draft consisted of the design of a pendant. Not only was it exquisite beyond compare, but it also emphasized the unique skills of its designer. If it could be officially announced, it would certainly cause a large sensation in the jewelry world.

"To be honest, I feel like you could also add an arc and even more fine carvings to its design. In terms of the materials, we still have no choice but to use high-end colored diamonds. Furthermore, we will need the materials to be large in size," Ethan suggested.

"However, won't it be too expensive to make? In addition to its cost, it will also be extremely difficult to produce," Sophia stated hesitantly.

"It should be fine," Ethan reassured. "You just need to have more confidence in yourself. Try thinking of it as the best jewelry in the world."

"The details of the pendant can be inlaid manually by an old craftsman. This way, it will give off a classical and solemn feeling, preventing it from losing its main selling point," Ethan pointed out the details carefully.

Sophia listened attentively as she gazed at Ethan with sparkling eyes.

The two of them chatted excitedly for half an hour...

Finally, the final design of the jewelry was finalized.

Sophia revealed a satisfied expression as she stared at the design draft.

"This is great! Ethan, your standard for jewelry designs is extremely high," Sophia praised.

"I'm simply passing on my opinions to you," Ethan smiled. "You were the one who came up with all these ideas. I simply added a few details here and there."

"No, this is our creation," Sophia said seriously.

"Alright, we will do as you say," Ethan nodded.

"I've decided. I'll use this design as a stepping stone and propose it to Chairman Wesley," Sophia said confidently.

"But what will we name it?" Sophia pouted and pondered for a while.

Ethan thought for a while and suggested, "King of the World."

"King of the World?" Sophia asked.

"Yes, King of the World," Ethan smiled. "Have you seen the movie, Titanic? There's an iconic scene where the male lead shouted, 'I am the king of the world,' as he stood at the bow of the ship."

"I am actually quite fond of that line."

"Of course I have seen Titanic. The scene and the line you mentioned are really not bad!" Sophia said as her eyes lit up in excitement. Thinking of that specific scene in her mind, she suddenly felt a great impulse from her heart.

Ethan's suggestion was perfect!

"King of the World!" Sophia said excitedly. "I'll use it. King of the World, it is!"

As such, Sophia decided on the name for the pendant.

Quickly sorting through the design draft, Sophia then sent her proposal to Chairman Wesley via email.

After finishing dinner with her family on the same day, she finally received an answer.

Chairman Wesley stated in the email, "The idea is quite creative. Come to the company tomorrow and meet me at my office."

Sophia burst into excitement after receiving news of his approval of her design.

...

The next day, in the morning.

Under Sophia's request, Ethan accompanied her to the company.

After getting ready, the two of them took a taxi and headed straight to Prestige Tower.

Sophia was naturally very excited since this was the first time her jewelry design had ever been recognized by someone, much less the chairman of a large corporation.

"I'm so nervous. This will be my first time talking to a big shot like the chairman," Sophia said in a nervous tone as she sat in the back seat of the car. "In addition to the questions he may ask me, I'm also worried that I'll accidentally say something wrong and result in the rejection of my design..."

"You don't have to be so nervous. Telling him your honest thoughts and ideas will be more than enough," Ethan reassured.

"If the designs of my jewelry manage to officially get published and receive praise from many people, I will be more than satisfied in this life," Sophia exclaimed with longing eyes. This was the main goal that she wished to accomplish for the longest time now.

Ethan said, "Don't worry. Your original designs will definitely be published."

"It would be great if that's the case!" Sophia burst into excitement as she looked forward to the meeting with Chairman Wesley.

"If the deal ends up as a success, you will finally be able to achieve your dream as an official jewelry designer. I wish you the best of luck," Ethan cheered her on.

"Yes, I will definitely do my best!" Sophia nodded.

She had always wanted to become a famous jewelry designer from the bottom of her heart.

Soon enough, the taxi arrived at Prestige Tower.

As the two of them got off the car and into the elevator, they finally arrived inside the company.

The 28th floor...

This was the floor where Chairman Wesley's office was located.

The area around the floor was surprisingly huge as the glass doors and office tables were arranged in an orderly manner.

At this time, the staff — dressed in formal suits — were extremely busy with work at their offices.

As soon as the two of them walked into the office building, they suddenly received the strange gazes of everyone present.

"Sophia? Aren't you an employee from the marketing department? Who allowed you to come here? This is the office of the company's management department. Are you not aware of your current status in the company?" One of the female executives who happened to pass by said with an ugly expression after recognizing Sophia.

"Oh? Sophia? Isn't the person standing next to you the one who embarrassed the Harrison Family? He's that infamous, good-for-nothing son-in-law, Ethan, right?" A senior executive of the Harrison Family who sat on an office chair looked over and said with a playful expression.

"I remember how Natalie warned him to never appear in front of her ever again, yet you still dare to bring him into the company building?"

"Humph! What does that have to do with any of you?" Sophia snorted coldly as she could not be bothered to care about these foul-mouthed people.

Without any hesitation, she proceeded to walk towards the chairman's office with the drafts in her hands.

"Wait."

At this moment, a familiar yet powerful voice sounded through the office.

From the direction of the voice, a woman wearing a luxurious light purple dress and other expensive jewelry slowly walked over to them.

As Sophia swept her gaze towards the woman walking over, she revealed a slight frown and could not help but feel slightly nervous.

After all, the familiar woman walking over was the young miss of the Harrison Family, Natalie.

Natalie was currently the deputy director of the design department in Harrison's Jewelry Group. At the same time, she was also the company's chief jewelry designer.

Furthermore, she was the daughter of the executive director, James, who naturally provided her with an important position in the company.

"Natalie..." Sophia greeted her, feeling a little uneasy.

"Shut up!" Natalie cut her off forcefully and looked coldly at Ethan beside her. "You still dare to appear in front of me? Hmm?"

"Natalie, I'm sorry. Ethan and I are simply here to do some work today. We will be leaving soon." Sophia said nervously. Having been suppressed by her uncle's family for all these years, she naturally felt a great sense of fear and inferiority in the presence of Natalie.

"Sophia, there is no need for you to apologize to her. You do not owe her anything," Ethan said.

"Who do you think you are? How dare you utter even a single word in front of me?" Natalie raised her head proudly and looked at Ethan with disdain. "I still haven't settled the score with you yet. So, how dare you jump around in front of me?"

"I have already apologized for the last time at your wedding. What's more, it wasn't my fault," Ethan said calmly.

"Haha. The audacity!" A deep voice suddenly sounded from the side.

At this moment, Sterling walked over as he looked at Ethan and Sophia with a cold expression. He then sneered with a high and mighty attitude, "Did you think that you can solve the problem with a mere apology? Have you already forgotten your surname after these past few days? Did you really think I won't shut down your lousy jewelry factory again?"

Sterling had invested a large amount of money into Harrison's Jewelry Group. Among the members of the Board of Directors, he had also become one of the executives.

Furthermore, he was the Eldest Young Master of the top family in Clearwater City, the Sterling Family. With his own strength, he could easily force Sophia's family into the streets with a single snap of his fingers.

Sophia bit her lips lightly and felt at a loss of what to do.

"Oh?" Natalie suddenly noticed the bag containing the drafts in Sophia's hand and said with disdain, "You are not here for the recruitment notice that Chairman Wesley released, right? Are you actually here to submit your jewelry design ideas?"

"What an absolute joke! Despite your lacking skills, you still strive to be a jewelry designer? How many jewelry designs have you come up with in these past few years? I've seen all of them. They're all garbage. With your current level, you can forget about entering the industry for the rest of your life!" Natalie sneered coldly and did not show any form of mercy.

"Sophia, as the deputy director of my company's design department and the chief jewelry designer, I officially tell you to leave this building at once!" Natalie said arrogantly. "Your design idea has been rejected!”