Winning a substantial award didn't really change anything for Kiara. After returning to the country, she carried on as usual, closely caring for Dad's health, nurturing the child, studying, working, teaming up with Camden to 'torture' single folks, and not missing a beat.
She didn't care much about the award and tried her best to keep a low profile, but the domestic media were far from idle and zealously reported Kiara's achievements.
It didn't matter how many people knew about the relatively obscure field of psychology; what mattered was that winning a major competition was something to be celebrated. Outsiders enjoyed the spectacle while insiders appreciated the expertise, and colleagues in the industry quickly took notice of Kiara's name.
Although there were quite a few who sourly claimed that she was benefiting from connections, having found a good mentor and basking in the prestige of Yuzo Joel.
