Written by Infinite Bulldozer · 2027 words Tom Hopkins is the head of marketing for the European market at IMG, one of the most famous modeling agencies in the United States.
His colleague Hans, who is in charge of the domestic market, was supposed to attend this show held by first-year students at Parsons School of Design today, but unfortunately, he had something come up and had to come in his place.
In his heart, he couldn’t find any reason to come here.
After all, in his view, it was just a group of new and inexperienced designers making their debut in the fashion industry.
What was there to discover?
But he dared not not come.
There’s no way around it; as the world’s number one design school, Parsons’ graduates are all over the fashion industry.
It’s like a hidden behemoth in the fashion world, with many world-renowned designers graduating from Parsons.
Its reach extends to every corner of the fashion industry.
And these talent agencies, which rely on luxury brand endorsements and fashion designers for their livelihood, could only obediently accept the invitation to come here and cheer for these fledgling youngsters.
He had just seen his French counterparts, the business manager of VIVA and the administrative director of ETITE.
The three of them smiled at each other in sympathy.
Although they were competitors outside, here they were just a pair of pitiful creatures.
As the lights dimmed, the show, hosted by Parsons School of Design for its freshmen, began.
As one model after another appeared on stage, Tom became increasingly certain of his idea: this was a grand show by Parsons School of Design to demonstrate its vast network of connections to its students and cultivate their sense of pride and identification with their school.
With its monotonous colors and trendy styles, the show lacked any originality.
In Tom’s view, the entire show was just a tactic used by the fashion industry to curry favor with Parsons School of Design.
Tom looked around listlessly, trying to figure out which luxury clothing brands had sent representatives, and whether he could find a way to expand his business.
After all, the most famous thing about a modeling agency isn’t how many supermodels you have, but what kind of endorsements you can get for your supermodels…
Just then, Tom suddenly felt a complete silence around him, even the frequent clicking of camera shutters had stopped.
What happened?
Tom hurriedly looked up and saw that the model who was coming out was wearing a retro-style long trench coat with a black base.
The upper part of the trench coat was completely tight-fitting, and the high collar design that reached the ears made the man look somewhat sinister, while the lower part was half open.
The intricate and exquisite metal buttons on the trench coat added a touch of iron-bloodedness to the whole coat.
But that wasn’t the most important thing…
Most importantly, there was the model in the trench coat.
With his black hair and black eyes, he had distinctly Eastern facial features.
His face was three-dimensional and angular, and his handsome face was like Adonis from ancient Roman mythology, exuding a charming allure.
Even as a man who has seen trendy male models from all over the world, he couldn’t help but admit with envy and jealousy that this male model was the most handsome and charming man he had ever seen.
Just then, the male model reached the end of the runway.
Under the runway lights, Tom could clearly see the male model’s eyes.
They were mesmerizing eyes, dark as a black hole, attracting everyone’s attention.
The male model seemed quite satisfied with the effect he had created, a smug smile playing on his lips.
In that instant, everyone felt as if they were witnessing the blooming of a hundred flowers and the fall of stars.
He was the favor of the Creator, the darling of God, and everything he said was law, not to be profaned…
He was the King of all beings…
Under his gaze, everyone humbly and respectfully lowered their proud heads.
At this moment, there were no fashion celebrities or famous designers, only humble beings submitting to the king’s feet.
By the time Tom came to his senses and looked up, the model had already left the stage.
Looking around at the crowd still stunned and unable to extricate themselves, his professional instincts told him immediately what had happened: a diamond that was already shining brightly even before it was discovered, a treasure that had never been found before.
If he could seize this treasure, he would be rich and powerful for the rest of his life…
Ignoring the fact that the press conference was still in progress, he rushed towards the backstage entrance like a rabbit being chased by a hound.
He wanted to sign that model as soon as possible; it was his guarantee of a wealthy life.
But when Tom ran backstage, he saw his old rival, Jacqueline Junt, the manager of New York Elite Model Management, standing next to his benefactor for the rest of his life, chatting and laughing…
This was a complete shock to him!
“Hi, you’re late, Mr.
Hopkins!” Seeing Tom running over, Ms.
Junt said with a teasing look, “King has accepted the invitation from our Elite Model Management Agency and has become a model under our ELITE!” “Damn it…” But giving up was never Tom’s style.
After cursing under his breath, Tom composed himself and said with a humble smile to Zhou Ye, who had just shone on the catwalk, “King, I think if you don’t mind spending a little more time, you’ll find that our IMG company is more suitable for you!” At this point, Zhou Ye had already put on his sunglasses at Hannah’s insistence.
Looking at the middle-aged man who had run up to him with sweat on his face, he shrugged helplessly and said, “I’d also like to learn more about other talent agencies!” “Darling!” Hannah, who had been standing close to Zhou Ye, shook his arm and said coquettishly, “Didn’t we already promise Senior Junt?” Zhou Ye smiled apologetically at Tom, put his arm around Hannah, and said, “But obviously, my girlfriend would prefer me to sign with a company owned by one of her alumni, so…
I can only say I’m sorry!” “Alright!” Jacqueline Jung smiled and took Hannah’s arm, saying, “Your boyfriend has completely ruined this show.
If you don’t want to be surrounded by people later, you’d better leave now, or you won’t be able to leave later!” Finally, Jacqueline took Zhou Ye downstairs to get the car, while Hannah went to the venue to find Jenny.
The group would meet in the parking lot later.
Everyone quickly left, leaving Tom alone to suffer the pain of being outmaneuvered…