Chapter 796

Even if she truly detested Natalie, she’d compete honorably through her designs, not with underhanded tactics.

Momentarily entranced by her resolve, Draco soon regained his composure, regarded Mandy calmly, ands replied fiatly, “You’ve misunderstood, Miss Hamilton. Your character is none of my concern.”

Tears brimming, Mandy’s voice quivered. “What do you mean it’s not your concern? Am I that insignificant to you, Draco?”

Unmoved by her distress, Draco remained poised, his tone polite but distant.

“Miss Hamilton, we have no real connection. At most, we’re merely peers in the design industry.”

His words shattered Mandy’s heart, the pain so suffocating that she struggled to breathe.

Biting her lip, Mandy’s eyes reddened. Her tears threatened to spill.

Knowing Draco already harbored a strong dislike for her, she didn’t want to prolong the scene by crying in front of the man she admired. Yet, she couldn’t bring herself to walk away either.

She didn’t want Draco to misunderstand her, despite her disheveled state.

And so, they stood in a silent standoff near the restroom door, neither one yielding.

At last, Draco’s heart softened, and he sighed. “Miss Hamilton, how long do you plan to stand here blocking my path?”

despicable and incompetent person you think I am. I aim to beat Natalie, but only by relying on my own abilities!

her flustered

corner and lingered there, her heart gradually

she replayed her bold declaration, embarrassment threatening

foot.

lines that made up Nelson’s masterpieces. With the practiced air of a seasoned designer, she dissected the intricate details and design

enthusiasm soared, an unwelcome voice

meticulously chosen ensemble, flashed a smile at Natalie. Catching sight of Brandon, his eyes. briefly flickered with thinly veiled disdain. His heart had not prepared for the revelation that Natalie’s companion would be Brandon, and he wondered if the latter had the capacity

he blurted, “Ah, Mr. Larson graces us with his presence. Does he find Mr.

into a delicate frown, and she quickly stepped into the breach for her husband. “Whether my husband appreciates

apologizing when he saw Natalie’s rising ire, “Don’t take offense, Natalie. I merely thought Mr. Nixon’s raw, primal style might not sit well with a hard-nosed businessman.

rendered speechless by Clyde’s audacity, barely

clutched Brandon’s hand, ready to extricate themselves from the

to retreat, Clyde leaped into their path, his tone dripping with arrogance. “Just a small piece of information, Miss White. I’ve had the pleasure of Mr. Nixon’s company thrice and maintain

good spirits, he

and a glimmer of contempt shone in his

Cutting off the latter’s prattle mid- sentence,

his mockery but was silenced as he watched Brandon warmly greet Nelson while still holding

it was unmistakably clear they shared a close and

fish’s understanding of flight, was something Clyde couldn’t wrap his head around.

in his mouth. Clyde wished he could evaporate, leaving nothing

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