Chapter 126
Emily crossed her arms and lounged back in a chair to the side, mocking Isabella. “That’s about all she’s capable of. Ms. Ivana Stout, there’s no need to feel sorry for someone like her.”
Emily thought, I thought Isabella could cause a stir, but she’s just a copycat. Ridiculous.
Isabella looked at Emily and Ivana. She said calmly. “Why are you in such a hurry to bring me down? Provide some evidence if you’re accusing me of being a copycat”
There wasn’t a trace of fear in Isabela’s eyes. She seemed completely calm as if she had the situation under control.
Ivana was extremely irritated by Isabella’s pretended calm demeanor, feeling an impulse to tear it apart. She was curious to see what tricks Isabella would play at this point.
Ivana appeared anxious for Isabella, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears as she urged, “Bella, just apologize, and it won’t go beyond us. We’re all on the same team here.”
Plagiarism was always considered a disgrace compared to all original works, Once Isabella apologized the blame was
confirmed.
Many people were already looking at Isabella with disdain and disgust.
Someone said, “How could someone like that still have the nerve to stay at our company?”
Another person said, “That’s right, so what if she’s the CEO’s daughter? If this gets out, how are we, the designers, supposed to hold our heads high?”
This was about their future reputations, and many glared at Isabella as if she were their enemy.
Emily was delighted with the situation. As long as everyone disliked Isabella, not even the higher–ups in the company could protect Isabella. After all, public opinion could be powerful..
Emily stood up, looking down at Isabella with a cold smile. She said, “Ms. Isabella Stout, apologize.”
Everyone was watching Isabella, waiting silently for her apology. However, Isabella remained seated, calm and composed, showing no sign of backing down.
With a sharp gaze directed at Emily, Isabella asked, “Do you have any evidence?”
Seeing Isabella unmoved. Emily’s anger bubbled within her. She shouted, “Don’t be so ungrateful!”
Someone, noticing Isabella’s defiance, felt a bit puzzled and asked while looking at the design, “Which famous artist’s work is this said to be copied from!”
After all, such an excellent design must be the work of a master; it should be easy to investigate. Others were just as curious. As long as evidence was found, Isabella would have no defense.
Laura returned to her workspace, saying, “Let me check it out. Everyone was curious and gathered around Laura.
Emily and Ivana exchanged a glance, both firmly seated on the couch, yet their eyes gleamed with an excitement that promised success.
Laura’s fingers flew rapidly over the keyboard. In no time, she pulled up the design from her memory. She glanced at the design and softly said. “Found it.”
Everyone’s eyes were fixed on the computer screen showing the design.
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Ivana’s heart was pounding like it would jump out of her chest. She clenched her fist so tightly that her nails dug into her skin, barely holding back her excitement. She thought, Isabella, go to hell!
As Ivana was victorious. Laura’s voice cut in, “It’s not the same.”
Ivana’s face froze instantly. Emily suddenly stood up, her expression grim. She shouted, “No way. Did you make a mistake?” Ivana and Emily quickly walked over to Laura’s computer.
Laura pointed at the design on the screen and brought over Isabella’s design to compare.
The one on the computer was by an internationally renowned jewelry designer, Mike. But when compared to Isabella’s design, it was surprisingly outshone.
Mike’s design also had an orchid theme, but the style differed utterly. Mike’s piece was heavy, even wild, like orchids growing untamed in the wilderness.
On the other hand, Isabella’s design was graceful and dignified, like a pure sanctuary beyond reach. It was a completely different interpretation of style.
At this moment, Laura realized she had been wrong. Feeling somewhat embarrassed, Laura said, “I really misremembered. These two design drafts are totally different in style.”
were now at a loss for words.
The facts were clear. Those who mentioned Isabella a moment ago were no
Ivana stared intently at the computer screen, wishing she could pierce two holes. She wanted to identify similarities between these two design drafts. But there wasn’t.
Ivana thought. How could this be? That cunning babella couldn’t possibly have created a work like this.
Emily felt a sinking feeling in her chest. It was as if her face was repeatedly slapped, growing warm and flushed. She thought,, Damn it, how does Isabella manage to design this?
For a moment, the office was enveloped in cere silence.
Isabella’s eyes landed on Emuly. Breaking the silence, she said in a severe voice, “Emily, have I passed the test?”
Emily instinctively glanced at Ivana, only to see Ivana with a calm expression and no other reaction. Emily withdrew her gaze, looked at
Tat Isabella, and said through clenched teeth, “Guess you got lucky”
Emily snorted and continued, “Don’t think you’re safe just because you had an expert help you this time. If you can’t keep up in the future, you’re still getting kicked out of the company”
The implication was clear–Emily didn’t believe Isabella had drawn the designs herself.
Isabella’s expression turned cold, her eyes like daggers as they landed on Emily. Isabella said in a chilling voice, “There won’t be a next time. You’re getting fired right now.” She had endured for three days, all for this moment
Everyone looked at Isabella in shock and disbelief.
They thought, Isabella is so impressive. From the start, she stayed calm and didn’t argue, letting Emily mock her, only to surprise everyone today with her work. This is such a classic twist in web novels.
Many people looked at Isabella with a newfound hint of admiration in their eyes.
Emily crossed her anns and looked at Isabella like she’d heard the funniest joke ever. She said, “Fire me? What dream world are you living in?” She thought, Isabella is just an overlooked heiress. What’s there to be proud of?
Even the others around were a bit confused. They wondered. On what grounds is Isabella going to fire Emily?”
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Ivana was seething inside, yet she had to hold it in. She looked at Isabella and gently advised, “Bella, although you’re a shareholder, you don’t have the power to fire an employee.”
Ivana thought. This witch! Is she trying to fire my people as soon as she joins the company? No way!
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Emily looked at Isabella with utter disdain and mocked. “Isn’t it wold how you act all high and mighty without even being in management? Think you’re all that?
Emily thought, I thought Isabella was impressive. Now, it seemshe’s not that special after all
A few employees who were close with Ivana and Emily stood up, One said, “Yeah, you don’t have the right to fire Emily.”
Another person said, “Oh, she’s just acting all proud because her work is solid. They took turns making sarcastic remarks
Ivana felt a bit more at ease. She thought ‘No matter how talented Isabella is in clesign, she is still a nobody
Ivana moved forward with a worried look, gazing at Isabella with a seemingly caring expression, and said, “Bella, you shouldn’t do this. It won’t be good for your reputation.”
Emily bent back on the couch, admiring her freshly done nails as she sneered. “If she cared about her reputation, she wouldn’t show up here to embarrass herself. She might as well stay at home doing nothing. Her words were becoming
blunter.
Isabella watched Ivana and Emily playing off each other with complete disgust. She scoffed coldly, “I may not have the authority, but I can call a shareholders‘ meeting to have them vole you out
Isabella’s gaze was fixed on Emily as she declared firmly. “I have zero tolerance for any nonsense.”
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