Marrying A Secret Zillionaire Happy Ever After (Linsey)

Chapter 1147:

After a short pause, she added, “If she really takes this opportunity to smear me online, then… I’ll just have to accept the fallout.”

Linsey’s brows drew together in a deep frown as she replied slowly, “You mentioned that Davidson Group just secured a spot in the International Designer Competition. If Joanne goes public with any damaging rumors, the organizing committee might disqualify the firm based on the negative press.”

Dolores’ eyes widened with alarm, her breath catching. “Oh no… I didn’t even think of that! I was so caught up in the excitement I completely forgot about this! Linsey, I can’t let Joanne destroy your chance to compete. You’ve worked so hard.”

But Linsey shook her head, her tone calm but resolute. “No, Dolores. Listen to me. Even if I lose this opportunity to compete, there will be others. But if Davidson Group is publicly rejected by such a prestigious competition, the consequences will be devastating. We’re talking about the company’s reputation, its credibility. And once that’s gone…”

She inhaled deeply, steadying her voice. “Think carefully. If the committee disqualifies Davidson Group, even the domestic market will start to question the value of everything you’ve built. Business partners will back away. Investors will grow cautious. The brand could collapse from within.”

Dolores fell into a heavy silence, her expression clouded with realization.

into building Davidson Group,” Linsey

the hotel have surveillance footage? Anything that shows

thinking, Dolores nodded quickly. “You’re right—I’ll call Dustin

up. Use

“Got it.”

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grabbed her assistant’s phone

rings. Dustin’s voice came through, brisk and concerned. “Why are you calling from this

me, Dustin!” Dolores

you using your assistant’s phone?”

know—are there any surveillance cameras

end, she stayed quiet, listening intently, her expression growing darker