Chapter: 782

Norah exuded self—assurance.

While Madeline displayed vulnerability in seeking sympathy, Norah garnered recognition from many due to her confidence.

"She ought to be disqualified! Absolutely!"

“Expel her!"

"Out with her! Out with her!"

Tears welled in Madeline's eyes as she spoke, "Miss Wilson, are you accusing me merely because I'm with Derek now? The design is my creation. I labored over it all night. I don't understand why you claim it as yours."

Madeline wiped away her tears, her solitary figure appearing especially forlorn.

"Derek and I share a deep love. You two are no longer together. Why are you treating me this way?"

She gazed at the audience with tear-filled eyes and declared, "A clear conscience fears no accusation. The truth will come to Light.

I have no further words."

With a bitter smile, she added, "You've ruined my career. Miss Wilson, are you content now?"

Norah extended her hand to halt Madeline. "Clarify the situation."

"Is there a history between them? What's the connection?"

“Haven't you grasped the situation? Madeline became involved with Noelle's ex. I'm not sure if she was the other woman."

"Hold on. I'm familiar with them. Madeline pursued Derek Carter while he was still married. Later, Derek divorced Norah Wilson and started a relationship with Madeline. Now, their wedding is approaching.”

"Oh, splendid! If I were Noelle, I'd hand Madeline a harsh punishment.

It's better if I confront her physically, or I'd be furious.”

“Shh, this is unexpected. It's intriguing."

Norah pursed her lips, attentively listening to the murmurs in the audience.

"Madeline, you stole my design yet you claim I'm defaming you. The proof is right here. If you didn't plagiarize, present your evidence.

Moreover, your personal affairs with Derek Carter are irrelevant to me."

The host whispered a reminder, "Miss Noelle, this is live."

Norah withdrew her hand, stating icily, "Madeline Powell is disqualified from the competition due to cheating. I'll present the evidence to the organizers. Madeline, I await your evidence."

A cold glance from Norah sent shivers down Madeline's spine.