CEO's Passion: Love by Mistake

Ashlyn was not particularly pretty and, as was typical of Jetroinians, was very petite. However, she wore a self-assured expression, which was rare among women from Jetroina.

She walked over to Lina and greeted the latter curtly in broken Chanaean.

Lina rolled her eyes and responded impatiently, “What do you want?”

Instead of being angered by Lina's attitude, Ashlyn merely smiled warmly. “Do you still remember what I told you the other day?”

Lina pursed her lips. “What a question. Even if you've forgotten, I'll never forget. You said you don't like sharing the nickname Twin Stars because it's not a perfect moniker. It'd be a constant reminder to you that there's another person just as talented and outstanding as you. It'd also imply you're not the best. That's why you challenged me to a competition to see who among us is the cream of the crop.”

Ashlyn nodded. “That's right. I did say that, and that's what I've always thought.”

“What a coincidence. So have I.” Lina folded her arms in front of her. “So? What do you want to say to me now?”

“I just want to remind you not to forget what I've told you. After all, I've always wanted to pit my skills against yours. I thought I'd have to wait over a month for our turn to compete. I didn't expect it to happen ahead of schedule. We'll begin competing against each other from tomorrow onward, and we'll see who emerges victorious after a few days. I hope you'll give it your all because I genuinely want to know which of us is better,” Ashlyn replied.

Narrowing her eyes, Lisa replied, “I don't need you to tell me that. I was already planning to give it my all because I'm curious to find that out too. You said you don't like being called Twin Stars. Well, that goes for me too. Since we prefer a unique title and want to be the brightest star in the world of jewelry design, then neither of us should hold back.”

“Of course!” Ashlyn flashed a wide smile while holding out a hand toward Lina.

As much as Lina disliked Jetroinians, she could not deny that Ashlyn was a formidable competitor and did not have a problematic attitude like the average Jetroinian. Well, apart from being a little conceited, of course. However, isn't anyone with any real talent a little conceited? I'm like that too, so I don't hate her for that. She's also not the type to pull a fast one to win. In any case, she's a competitor worthy of respect. That's why I'm willing to shake her hand.

After they shook hands, Ashlyn turned to Natalie and gave a deep bow, as was the custom in Jetroina.