Chapter 226

Nicole sighed in resignation. Benedict's sarcastic tone was back. "I truly forgot because I was swamped with work," she said. Benedict pressed on, "So, why did Jacob show up at your place yesterday?" His question made Nicole momentarily uneasy. She hesitated before responding, "Do I need to report every detail to you?" "Are you defending him?" Benedict's sarcastic tone prompted a smile from Nicole. "I'm not defending him. But if you keep being this sarcastic, I'll hang up." "Hold on," he said, quickly refocusing on the matter at hand. "I just wanted to remind you about the upcoming Ship Jewelry Show." The Ship Jewelry Show was a major event in Ashgard City, featuring top designers and key figures in the jewelry industry. Each year, it drew numerous celebrities and politicians, setting a standard that many corporate partners eagerly sought to emulate. This year, the Ship Jewelry Show had sent two invitations to Nicole. Nicole's studio had earned a solid reputation, and as a pa