NovelEndChapter 495: Marissa maintained her composure, speaking with confidence. In contrast, Emilee's cheeks flushed with humiliation. They were at the venue of the perfcompetition, and the second phase was about to begin. Leaving would signal her withdrawal from the contest.
Emilee couldn't afford to give up; this was a rare chance for her to advance in her career. She doubted such an opportunity would cagain. Due to Xander's public embarrassment, Hinks Perfumes had suffered a hit to its reputation.
The company's stock price had plummeted along with sales. If things didn't improve, Hinks Perfumes might even face closure.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDriven by a mix of obligation and desire, Emilee resolved to restore the company's standing by excelling in the contest. Not only did she have to participate in this competition, but she also had to win a top prize because she had just lied to everyone.
Although Hinks Perfumes had reached out to Minty Fragrances and Perfumes for a partnership, there had been no response yet.
Emilee's parents had exhausted all avenues to contact Elin, hoping she would mentor Emilee, but to no avail. If Emilee secured a top prize and a position at Minty Fragrances and Perfumes, her fabrications would remain hidden.
Latest ¢ ħАþţ¤яş ¡n Ġatиøvê!Ş.çøm Failure, however, would make her the subject of ridicule. Regardless of Marissa's efforts to embarrass or humiliate her, Emilee knew she couldn't flee.
Marissa, having seen through her thoughts, intended to further unsettle Emilee. But before she could continue, Emilee burst out, "Why should I listen to you, Tiffany? Who are you to talk tolike this? Leave! I don't want to hear you speak." "No way!" responded Marissa, unflustered. "You shamelessly told everyone that Xander and you were an item just to boost Hinks Perfumes' visibility. That was none of my concern. I didn't care enough to tease you about it.
But then you implicated me, lied to everyone that I stole your fiancé, and damaged my reputation. We need to discuss this." "I never spread rumors about your affair with Mr. Hoffman," Emilee replied, her voice tinged with panic. Marissa knew this to be true; it was actually Clarissa who had manipulated the situation through Emilee.
Nevertheless, Marissa chose to blEmilee as part of her strategy. Since Emilee seemed to be fond of schemes and slandering others, Marissa saw this as an opportunity to give her a taste of her own medicine.
Ignoring Emilee's denials, Marissa sneered. "I see you won't confess. It's typical, isn't it? A thief never admits to their theft. But, sooner or later, they must face the consequences." As she finished her sentence, Marissa struck Emilee across the face. "Argh!" Emilee screamed and fell to the floor, overwhelmed by the sudden assault.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe had never experienced such a violent strike before. Stars danced before her eyes, and a buzzing filled her ears. A trickle of blood seeped from the corner of her mouth.
The onlookers were stunned by the abrupt violence. Marissa had merely waved her hand, yet the impact on Emilee was severe. Araceli watched, her mouth agape in shock. She had previously thought Marissa was non- confrontational, perhaps too scared to intervene when Emilee had bullied her.
Now, seeing this aggressive side of Marissa, Araceli was taken aback. It dawned on her that Marissa might have stayed out of the earlier conflict to let her witness Emilee's true nature on her own. Reflecting on this, Araceli felt a newfound appreciation for Marissa.
"Does it hurt, Emilee? Remember this feeling. It will be worse if you try to drag my nthrough the mudm again." Marissa stood over Emilee and asked sternly. The pain and humiliation overwhelmed Emilee, bringing tears to her eyes. She yelled hoarsely, "I've told you, I didn't do it, Tiffany. Why won't you believe me?"
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