Stella’s last hope shattered as Devyn remained stubborn.

It was clear she wasn’t going to confess.

Stella’s politeness vanished, replaced by a sharp tone.

“We haven’t seen each other in a long time.

You suddenly reached out, didn’t you? For a reason.

With a self-mocking smile, Stella spoke.

“Under the guise of collaboration, you’ve been eyeing my designs, haven’t you?”

Devyn clenched her mouse, her lips pressed tight, offering no defense.

Stella’s disappointment deepened at Devyn’s silence.

Heartbroken, Stella let it out.

“I wouldn’t have believed you were capable of this if I hadn’t seen it myself! I’ve always had your back, offered to help.

Why stoop to plagiarism?”

Devyn quivered but steadied herself.

discreetly and

resolve, Devyn spoke up,

accuse me without proof? Show evidence

“Defamation?”

her

seemed like a whole new person

bitter

like absence really does change

things without batting an

I misjudged you.

icy stare, Devyn felt a

she retorted,

are you to judge me so

felt this powerless, nor

hand, was always the one being pushed around, never

Devyn’s temper cooled.

didn’t want to argue

“I’m swamped here.

You can leave.

a case, show

Devyn still didn’t confess, Stella’s

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