CHAPTER 116: CHAPTER 115: LIVE BROADCAST FACE-SLAPPING

Serena Sullivan looked more and more confused, the more she thought about it, the less she understood Zoe Quinn’s intentions.

Zoe Quinn was dragging her feet on submitting the initial draft, not because she was going against her, but because Zoe’s skills were simply mediocre!

If she didn’t involve herself, Zoe would find someone to replace her.

However, to surpass her, Zoe would definitely resort to plagiarism, just like four years ago.

At The Grant Corporation, Shannon Shaw was kicked out by Ethan Grant, and Zoe Quinn had no opportunity to access Serena Sullivan’s designs.

But the best chance to act would be during "Willow Yarrow."

When Serena saw Mrs. Zimmerman sneaking into the room to rummage through her things, she realized that Zoe Quinn had bribed her.

Logically, Mrs. Zimmerman would take photos of the design drafts with her phone, and Zoe Quinn would make some modifications based on the originals; that would be the normal course of action.

Now, all the drafts had been swapped! And the designs on these drafts weren’t bad at all.

The styles of these drafts?

Why did they feel so familiar to Serena!

The "No Regrets" series was something that Ethan Grant valued highly, and although Serena Sullivan was the Chief Designer, each designer had to submit their own work.

The Grant Corporation conducted a special screening for the finalized designs, and the final one would compete in this year’s "Brilliance Competition."

Speaking of "The Brilliance Competition," it is recognized as the most prestigious domestic competition in the jewelry design industry.

Of course, compared to international jewelry competitions, it still falls short.

The reason everyone was paying attention to "The Brilliance Competition" so early was partly because one of the judges this year was an emerging design master from the past two years — zero, this newly-risen design master had won numerous awards in major international jewelry competitions, and their fame and influence could be compared to the top jewelry designer in the country — the heiress of the Sterling Family from the Imperial Capital.

In The Grant Corporation’s meeting room, before Ethan Grant, Serena Sullivan, and others arrived, everyone was eagerly discussing the Brilliance Competition.

When Zoe Quinn entered, holding her phone, all eyes shifted to her.

"What is everyone talking about?"

Zoe Quinn asked as she held her phone and found a place to sit down.

As soon as she came in, those discussing the Brilliance Competition immediately thought of Zoe Quinn winning the competition four years ago with her piece "No Regrets."

And then they noticed the necklace she was wearing — it was that very piece.

"Miss Quinn, will you be participating in the Brilliance Competition this year?"

Someone asked.

The Brilliance Competition is held once a year, and Zoe Quinn won the championship four years ago. As the prized pupil of the jewelry design master from Solaria, Ruth Hale, everyone thought she would seize the opportunity to compete abroad.

However, she prioritized her studies, focused on her education, and joined The Sullivan Corporation after graduation.

This year, she did release some works, but they didn’t match the level of her participation in the Brilliance Competition back then.

This year...

"Yes, I’ve signed up."

Zoe Quinn hadn’t planned to participate, but with Serena back, she changed her mind.

"Wow!"

Immediately, someone chimed in, "Miss Quinn won the championship four years ago, surely she’ll succeed again this year."

Even if she doesn’t win, with her level from four years ago, she’s bound to secure a place.

"It’s the participation that counts," Zoe Quinn said, giving the camera a confident smile.

"Indeed, I’ll be competing in the Brilliance Competition this year, and I hope not to disappoint everyone by then."

After saying this, those in the meeting room realized Zoe Quinn was live streaming.

Over the years, Zoe Quinn had been in the limelight in Solaria, not only because of Ethan Grant’s high-profile proposal but also due to her all-rounded development.

She not only won the "Brilliance Competition" but also acted in several films, many alongside Sean Lockwood.

Sean Lockwood’s fame in the entertainment industry was immense, and even if the ratings for the films he starred in with Zoe Quinn were poor, they generated considerable buzz. Her innocent and gentle appearance captured the hearts of many, amassing a significant number of fans.

Alongside acting, she also started live streaming.

"My fans are eagerly waiting to see the final designs of the ’No Regrets’ series."

Zoe Quinn said with a smile, explaining further.

Today’s meeting was semi-public, filled with high-ranking officials from The Grant Corporation and photographers capturing the scene.

The "No Regrets" series was unveiled indirectly through this form.

The decision on which designs are finalized will be made by Ethan Grant and these people through voting.

Seeing no one opposed her live streaming the meeting, Zoe Quinn set her phone down on the table, offering an elegant smile.

After faltering several times at Serena’s hands, and somewhat tarnishing her reputation, Zoe Quinn was in dire need of a comeback.

Thinking of her plans and arrangements for today, Zoe Quinn’s smile grew sweeter. Live streaming was the best approach — everyone in Solaria would get a clearer view of Serena’s true nature.