novelraw Chapter 629 - 639: Give Him Back to Me (1)
Chapter 629 - 639: Give Him Back to Me (1)
Seeing her arrogant attitude, the judge frowned, clearly annoyed, and immediately said coldly, "Alina, take a look at your design this time. Whether it’s the pattern making or the stitching, it’s nowhere near your usual standard! Of all the works, yours is the most shoddy!"Being publicly criticized, Alina’s face turned a bit awkward.
"You... what nonsense are you talking! You’re subtly defending Qiao Mo!"
The judge clearly wasn’t afraid of being accused of favoring a plagiarist and said again, "Look at your own craftsmanship, the stitching is crooked! The tailoring is even asymmetric. Do you need me to turn this gown inside out to let you see how the inside is made?"
Alina was red-faced and stammered, unable to speak. A hint of resentment flashed in her eyes as she looked at the judge.
The judge was a foreign woman in her forties, with neat ear-length short hair, very sophisticated and capable.
Seeing Alina silent, a hint of heartache flashed through her eyes, and she said again, "Regarding the issue of similar designs this time, the judges will give a response. But as for you, Alina, I think I need to talk to your mother."
Alina turned pale, realizing that the judge in front of her was likely an old friend of her mother’s.
She felt apprehensive immediately, attempting several times to say something. However, the judge did not give her the opportunity, having already turned around and taken her seat.
With Alina’s disruption gone, the venue returned to normal temporarily.
The host took the microphone and made some summaries about the competition, then further stated, "Given that Qiao Mo and Alina’s designs are very similar, and based on submission times to determine Qiao Mo suspected of plagiarism, Qiao Mo is not eligible to win, and this competition will not recognize any awards Qiao Mo has received."
The audience murmured at once.
This is quite interesting, first generously awarding Qiao Mo, but then announcing not acknowledging any awards Qiao Mo received.
If not acknowledging, why award her and not give the opportunity to other contestants?
If acknowledging, why publicly deny it and announce such a manner to handle it?
Upon hearing this, Qiao Mo was stunned, and Alina was stunned as well.
Alina never expected what the host said as giving her an answer would be the non-recognition of Qiao Mo’s award!
But the award was already given, and now they say it’s canceled! And say it’s not recognized!
What does this mean?
Qiao Mo did not anticipate such a response to everyone either. Although she could sense the judges were defending her, her mood couldn’t improve.
After all, her half month’s efforts have now been labeled with plagiarism.
Although perhaps many people might be aware at this moment, aware of who the real designer is.
But to those outsiders unaware of the truth, and even many following media and gossip, Qiao Mo can foresee, there will still be many cynical attacks waiting for her...
So at this moment, although the trophy still rests in her hands, although Alina’s face looks worse than hers, Qiao Mo still can’t feel happy.
After all, she should have openly received the award, but now she has to rely on the judges’ care; this feeling is truly unpleasant.
However, speaking of which, the judges indeed seemed to have some intent to defend Qiao Mo, as everyone in this circle for years has sharp eyes. Comparing their few words and craftsmanship, the answer of who was plagiarized is evident.