Overwhelmed by the Billionaire’s Persistent Pursuit

Chapter 540: Following the speech, the donation segment began. Each donor on stage received a card with a number corresponding to a numbered ball. The host placed these balls into a box in preparation for the selection of the Charity Spokesperson of the Year. This method ensured fairness, as their donations were roughly equal. Choosing the spokesperson based on donation amounts would have been too materialistic and could have turned into a way for the wealthy to buy influence. A random drawing allowed everyone an equal opportunity to become the Charity Spokesperson of the Year.

Candice glanced at Corless, who was nonchalantly sitting in his chair, holding a visible number card. Everyone nearby could clearly see his number. With her keen eyesight, Candice identified Corless's number as fifty-six. At that moment, Cathy was sitting beside Corless, using a fan despite the cool weather. It wasn't that hot today. Candice knew Cathy was merely using the fan to cover her mouth as she covertly spoke with Corless. The two whispered to one another, their conversation unknown to others.

She observed as Cathy stood up and approached the director of the welfare home, who was waiting under a tree. Turning her back to the onlookers, Cathy made a series of gestures. In response, the director also gestured back to Cathy. Candice narrowed her eyes. She sensed a scheme unfolding. On stage, the host announced the beginning of the draw. A disabled student approached with a large box in his hands, filled with numbered balls. The host then opened the box, displaying to everyone that it had no hidden compartments or doors. This drawing would be completely fair.

Applause filled the room as everyone eagerly awaited the start of the draw. New content available now at gⱯlnσνℓs․cøm The director of the welfare home stepped onto the stage once more. She reached into the box, shuffled the balls around, and finally drew one. The audience held their breath, their anticipation mounting as they awaited the result. The director glanced at the numbered ball, raised it with one hand, and gestured the number fifty-six with the other. Everyone present now knew that today's lucky number was fifty-six. Candice's expression darkened, as her suspicions were confirmed.

In the end, it was Corless who secured the honor. The host excitedly announced the result. "Congratulations, No. 56! Please come on stage. You have the privilege of being Ploville's Charity Spokesperson of the Year!" Corless leapt from his seat, feigning surprise and elation. He jumped excitedly, shouting, "Is that me? Did I really-" . . .