In the Lap of Luxury
Lap of Luxury Chapter 171

Chapter 171 Presenting the Evidence

In the face of the overwhelming pressure from the crowd, Celia instinctively crossed her arms and wore a smug smile, then turned to look at Grace.

“They’re right, Ms. Lewis. You should present some evidence to back your claims! Otherwise, I might have to call the police,” Celia teased, waving her phone in her hand as if she were ready to make the call.

Although Benjamin wanted to stop her, Celia paid no heed.

A little distance away, Frederick contemplated taking out the recording but found himself locking eyes with Grace.

At that moment, Grace remained composed, as if everything was well within her control. She calmly said, “Celia, are you so sure that I can’t produce any evidence? It’s quite a coincidence, but I do enjoy being prepared, especially when it comes to my work.”

“What did you say?” Celia asked as her expression froze.

Grace ignored her and turned to the crowd. “I have the evidence, and it’s right here on this design.”

The audience looked puzzled.

“What do you mean? There’s nothing unusual about this design.”

“Yeah, don’t keep us in suspense. Show us the evidence.”

“Ms. Lewis, did you put a watermark on the design, by any chance?”

Grace smiled faintly and responded, “Exactly! It might not be so obvious if Ms. Hawkins had merely copied the design, but she copied it exactly as it is, making it extremely clear.”

With that, she confidently walked over and took the design. Then, right before everyone’s eyes, she turned the design upside down.

“Everyone, please take a look at the n*eckline’s position. I have a habit of placing a mark at the n*eckline of my designs.

“You can clearly see the button’s placement and the lines forming the initials GL‘,” she explained.

Following Grace’s statement, the crowd clearly noticed the initials “GL” outlined on the design’s n*eckline.

Although the color was faint, the letters were undeniably present.

The truth was evident for all to see.

“I can’t believe this actually has Ms. Lewis‘ initials! Shame on Ms. Hawkins for copying someone’s work so shamelessly!”

“Copying and still managing to make mistakes, she’s quite the talent!”

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“She was pretending to be aggrieved just a moment ago, but now that the truth is out, how can she even stay here? I don’t know how someone like her has the qualifications to be a designer.”

“Stealing someone else’s hard work! Ms. Hawkins, your actions don’t befit a designer.”

Celia’s face turned especially unpleasant. She couldn’t believe her eyes as she stared at the faint letter imprints. She stumbled and nearly fell.

She had never expected that Grace had such a trick up her sleeve!

She had foolishly believed that Grace couldn’t produce any evidence. Now, the truth was clear to everyone.

Celia’s face was filled with shame and regret. She wished she could replace a place to hide.

The looks she received from the people around her were full of scorn and disdain. She desperately tried to avoid their gazes.

Benjamin’s expression also became particularly grim. He had defended Celia earlier. But now that he had been proven wrong in public, he couldn’t help but feel angry.

Amidst all of this, there was just one individual at the scene who seemed to be in a good mood.

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Frederick was reeling from this unexpected turn of events. He couldn’t help but admire

Grace’s intelligence, which everyone had underestimated.

He felt a bit disappointed that his recording had gone unused.

Alan’s expression grew serious. “Ms. Hawkins, I don’t have high requirements for designers your age and certainly don’t expect much from them.

“But plagiarism is a clear violation of industry standards,” he said sternly.