My Beloved Has Risen from Death's Embrace novel Chapter 456

"Have you noticed what's missing from this year's Celestial Goddess custom gown?"

"A tiara?"

Before coming, she had done her homework online. Every Celestial Goddess gown from previous years came with a tiara, but hers didn’t.

"Bingo!" The host laughed, "That's why we have a special, high-profile guest joining us on stage to crown you as Celestial Goddess, as a token of our sincerest blessings!"

"Let's give a warm welcome to the special guest."

A special guest? Xanthea turned, puzzled.

The online chat was buzzing with comments about how Xanthea was the center of attention among three heartthrobs, and then they saw the fourth.

Entering the stage was a man in a sharp suit, looking dapper and familiar - none other than Benjamin Jones.

The host announced, "Benjamin!"

Benjamin? Why was he here?

Xanthea was surprised and a bit uneasy. Didn’t her uncle say he was overseas shooting a movie?

Since that major awkward moment in the dressing room, they hadn’t seen each other, and she hadn’t had the chance to explain the truth to him. Seeing him now felt a bit awkward.

Down in the audience, Orion tensed up the moment he saw Benjamin.

[OMG, why is Ben here without any warning? Is this the surprise segment?]

[He’s holding a tiara. Is it for Xanthea?]

[Movie King was abroad yesterday, and now he’s here at the ceremony. He must be here for Xanthea. I can smell the gossip brewing!]

[Great, another one in my sack.]

Benjamin stopped in front of Xanthea, "Xan, congratulations."

[Wow, talk about a bombshell! Movie King, you’re so bold. The official boyfriend is right there in the audience!]

[This is tough, both guys are so perfect. If I were in Xanthea’s shoes, I’d be flying high with happiness haha!]

[Benjamin stirring things up? Let the drama begin. I love a good showdown!]

[To be honest, Movie King has never shown interest in any female artist like this before. He’s not joking around, is he?]

[I thought I was shipping the most unlikely couple, but here we are, validated by the man himself. I'm so moved!]

[Only Benjamin could pull this off. Anyone else trying to compete with Mr. Lockwood for her would be out of their league!]

"What the heck?"

Samuel sat up straight as if questioning his own ears, eyeing Benjamin with suspicion. Another contender for his sister’s affection?