Loved You Once But He's My Forever (Chloe)
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Chapter 168 I Don't Want to Face Another Defeat Chapter 168 I Don't Want to Face Another Defeat

My comments only made Kate even more upset, especially since the had already felt embarrassed in front of me earlier. Now, she had found a way for Anna to step into the spotlight

So, she spoke with a touch of assurance, "It seems Ms. Gardner is not happy with my daughter. If you have any concerns, why not join the competition yourself?

1 silently grumbled to myself. How do you know I haven't entered?

Naturally, to you, even the Queen herself wouldn't compare to your precious daughter.

I smiled and replied, "Mrs. Sander, I think you're misunderstanding me I'm simply a bit curious. Is Mi Sander really the 'S? Could there have been some mix-up?"

Out of nowhere, I rated doubts that no one had considered before. Anna shot me a sharp look. demanding. "What are you implying?"

A brief flicker of panic flashed in her eyes. Only she knew Chloe's secret, and now that I had openly challenged it. Anna felt a surge of guilt and unease.

Since the moment I was reborn, she had been losing her grip on the situation.

It is the unknown that people fear the most.

I was determined to slowly dismantle her mental defenses!

Kate immediately shielded her daughter, acting like a protective mother, and asked, "Ms. Gardner, what kind of grudge do you hold against our family? Why are you so obsessed with my daughter?"

I calmly responded, "Mrs. Sander, please don't overreact. Didn't everyone see the competition registration form? There's someone listed with the initial 'S' participating, but Ms. Sander is competing under her real name. So'who exactly is this 'S? The moment I spoke, everyone's expressions changed,

Fiona also turned to Anna, her eyes filled with confusion, and asked, "What's going on here?"

"What else could it be? Some people are clearly trying to exploit the situation, deliberately using my daughter's name to trick others. Anna, I told you to compete under the initial "S"

Anna shook her head and said, "It doesn't matter. A fake can't become real, and real can't be fake. This is just someone trying to get attention online by using that name."

She was certain the other person was a fraud, believing it was impossible for anyone to use the name since Chloe was already dead.

Sorry, I did die, but then I came back to life.

If Anna were revealed as a fraud during the competition, the reactions of those at the Sanders would be quite entertaining.

This was Anna's key attempt to preserve her dignity.

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I kept my composure and remarked, "The design of the 'S looks totally different from what we've seen before. It's likely just a coincidence that it shares the same initial" Despite this, Anna remained intrigued by the newly registered artwork

Upon seeing the title, her eyes widened in shock.

Kate also leaned forward for a better view, saying. "The title is New Beginni

The entire painting was vibrant and full of color, a stark contrast to the earlier dark tone, making it unlikely to raise any doubts about me.

True geniuses may reach a certain point, but they will never be trapped in a single style for long

And I was the student who was considered exceptionally talented by the teacher,

When I felt down, all my artworks reflected that, dark, Bolated, and sorrowful.

Now that it's a new beginning, it's time for something different.

Anna fixed her gaze on my latest artwork, her expression intense.

She assumed submitting my artwork to the competition would secure her the top prize. What she didn't anticipate was the rise of a new "S". Even if it wasn't Chloe, the talent was undeniable, making her feel uneasy.

Fiona, unfamiliar with art, only cared about the benefits Anna's fame could bring to the Hudsons. The identity of "S" didn't matter to her in the slightest.

"Alright, enough talking. Let's go eat," she said.

Kate adjusted her expression and replied, "Yes, let's wait and see how the competition turns out."

Auna headed to the restroom, and I trailed silently behind her. I overheard her making a phone call, murmuring. "I need you to investigate the origins of

But how could she possibly uncover the truth? This competition was a private event, not a global one, with no rules about revealing the participants' identities. Anyone could anonymously submit their artwork. At best, all she could obtain was a reference number.

I quietly slipped away and returned to stand by Carter's side.

As I approached, he offered me a piece of nougat. He said, "Here, try this. It's really good."

I took a bite, savoring the sweet and delightful flavor that felt as comforting as honey.

"Carter, have you heard anything new about Anna lately I asked.

He gave a helpless shrug. "Last time, I managed to catch her off guard, but now she's switched phones and is more cautious when she goes out. I can't get recordings as detailed as before."

Anna took a heavy hit last time, so it's no

rise she's being extra cautious now.

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"What's wrong? Worried you can't beat her?"

"Not worried, but she'll definitely start creating a buzz before the competition.

I know Anna too well. She isn't the type to sit around and accept failure.

If she can't locate this mysterious "S", she'll undoubtedly turn her focus on me instead.

As expected, shortly after leaving the Hudson Residence, clips of me surfaced online.

The video captured the moment I questioned Anna, "Is Ms. Sander truly S?"

What was originally a global, open competition suddenly became a focal point for the netizens, who viewed S as the artist to represent the nation in the next round. Even before the event began, doubts were already being cast on me. Previously, the internet was already buzzing with heated discussions, and now all the criticism is directed at me and the mysterious "S" participant who has yet to make an appearance.

A flood of people swarmed my social media, leaving behind a barrage of hateful comments.

"Hey, Anna is hosting her own art exhibit. If she's not S then are you? Do you not own a mirror or have any sense of reality? Take a good look at yourself"

"If you think you're so talented, why not enter the competition yourself? If you can't, then just stop running your mouth."

"If Anna turns out not to be S, I'll livestream myself splitting a coconut with my bare hands."

"Stealing from others and having the audacity to show off in front of the true master!"

A torrent of comments flooded in, pushing me onto the trendy search once more.

It feels like every time I gaini attention online, it's never for a positive reason. Last time, I even became a target of public criticism after being dead.

Out of nowhere, Bill, who rarely ever reached out, suddenly contacted me-unsurprisingly, with harsh words.

"What does S have to do with you anyway? You don't even know how to paint, so why are you meddling in this? If our company's stock drops tomorrow, you'll be the one to blame, and I won't let it slide." Philippa's voice came from the side, "Our daughter is being attacked online. Why are you saying these things and not worrying about her? Don't worry. I'll pay to have the trendy search taken down for you "Take down the trendy search? Don't do that, Mom!"

I quickly turned it down, saying, "Mom, someone finally spent money to get me trending. This brings in so much attention. It would be a waste to take it down."

"Zoey, are you being naive? They're all criticizing you.

"Let them. Let them say whatever they want."

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The more they criticize me now, the harder it will hit them later!

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Anna boldly buys a trendy search to attack me, thinking she's in control. She only knows that Chloe is gone and no one can stop her.

However, this time, she's bound to be let down..

Today, all the lies will turn into a storm of criticism, hiting her from every side.

I spoke clearly, "Mom, Dad, don't worry. Even if the stock drops a little these days, it'll bounce back soon!"

Mom, I've experienced so many losses already, I don't want to face another defeat!

Everything is being carefully planned.