Her Hidden Crowns (Suzanne and Austin)

Chapter 278

Tanya raised a hand, and the conference room fell silent once more.

Scanning the room, she continued, "In the past, only senior designers were eligible to participate in the Elite Award. However, Ms. Yates believes that every designer should have a fair shot. So, this year, even interns can enter provided their work is exceptional."

The room buzzed with renewed excitement. Many couldn't contain their enthusiasm.

At Yates Corporation, senior designers were a rare breed-only two or three held that title. Most of the department consisted of interns or junior designers who had only recently secured full-time positions. The odds of getting noticed were slim at best.

But now, Tanya's announcement changed everything. This was an incredible opportunity.

"I can finally compete for the Elite Award!" someone exclaimed.

"Yeah, I used to just watch from the sidelines," another added.

"Oh my god, this is my chance! I'm going all in! I'm winning that gold award!"

The excitement was met with a few eye rolls, but beneath it all, everyone secretly hoped for their own shot at glory.

on Suzanne. Yet

did she think she wasn't good enough? After all, one great design didn't mean

curled slightly. It seemed that

course, as you all know, Yates Corporation only has

voice, the statement sent another wave of

"Thank you, Ms. Yates!"

smile deepened. She clearly enjoyed

practically glowing with excitement, turned to Suzanne. "Suzanne, you can enter!

level of talent, there

and smiled lightly. "I don't know. I'll

immediately leaned in, eagerly explaining the competition process to her. Meanwhile, Lillian, clearly unimpressed, muttered under her breath, "Ms. Seline, do you

Macey and a few others.

as eyes shifted toward Lillian, their brows furrowing in subtle disapproval. If she weren't a senior designer, someone would have already spoken up

opportunity for everyone, Ms. Johnson and I will take on

easing the tension in the room. Some who had doubted

With a huff,