Chapter 428 Live Broadcast Match
Just then, the host stepped back onto the stage and grabbed the mic, his voice booming. "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the International Jewelry Design Competition! This year, we're shaking things up with a brand-new format. For the next two days and one night, the entire creative process of our contestants will be live-streamed. They can research and seek inspiration as they wish, but they must submit their designs within the given time. To keep things fair, except for sleeping hours, every contestant's activities will be broadcast live. We hope you enjoy this exciting new format!"
As soon as the host finished, the room buzzed with excited chatter. The audience, intrigued by the new format, quickly pulled out their phones to follow their favorite contestants in real-time.
The audience erupted into discussion.
"This competition is gonna be awesome! We get to see the designers' creative process from start to finish. It's so thrilling!"
"Yeah, this open format really shows off the designers' true skills. I can't wait!"
Meanwhile, online viewers were also buzzing with discussions. Phoenix, with her high-profile entrance and stunning deep V dress, quickly drew a large audience to her live stream.
[Phoenix rushed back from Sunterra just for this. I wonder what surprises she'll bring!]
[Her figure and presence are perfect. She looks good in anything. Can't wait to see her designs!]
[Phoenix's live stream is already packed. Her popularity is off the charts!]
Phoenix watched the viewer count in her live stream skyrocket, feeling a surge of pride. She lifted her chin, smirked and silently vowed, "This time, I'll make sure everyone remembers my name!"
Unbeknownst to her, Emma's live stream had also quietly started. Although Emma wasn't competing, as a special guest, her stream also attracted a large audience.
[Isabella's live stream is on!]"
[Oh my gosh, Isabella's design philosophy has always been my inspiration. I have to listen to her insights!]
[Isabella's viewer count is soaring too. No surprise, she's a top international designer!]
At that moment, the host, smiling broadly, announced the competition's theme. "The theme for this competition is to design jewelry to complement Lunora's Nightfall Gown series! We hope you all unleash your creativity and create stunning pieces!"
Phoenix felt a wave of relief wash over her as she heard the theme, a smile tugging at her lips. She glanced at the theme in her hand and then sneaked a look at Emma, feeling a surge of smugness. "This theme is exactly what I stole from Emma! Looks like the designs I paid someone to make can be used directly. It's like the universe is on my side!" she muttered to herself.
As she reveled in her secret triumph, Lunora's global chief designer, Eldon, stepped onto the stage.
He wore a sophisticated black suit, his sharp gaze and commanding presence filling the entire room. "Hello everyone, I'm Eldon, Lunora's chief designer. It's a pleasure to be here with such talented designers. Lunora is dedicated to perfectly blending art and fashion, and I look forward to seeing the contestants' amazing creations."
The audience erupted in applause, but Eldon's gaze suddenly fixed on Phoenix, his brow furrowing with a hint of displeasure.
Phoenix noticed Eldon's gaze and felt a thrill of excitement. "Is he impressed by my figure? This dress looks perfect on me!"
She straightened her posture, a confident smile on her face, ready to bask in Eldon's praise. However, Eldon strode towards her, his expression stern, his voice laced with unmistakable accusation. "Ms. Lewis, why are you wearing a dress that was specifically designed for Emma?"
Phoenix's smile froze, and her mind went blank. "What? This dress was designed for Emma?"
Eldon's gaze grew colder, his tone icy. "This dress was custom-made by Lunora for Emma. It's one of a kind. How did you get it?"
Phoenix's face turned pale, her palms sweating. She paused but couldn't find the words to explain, stammering, "I didn't know it was made for her. I just thought it was beautiful, so I..."
"So you just decided to wear it?" Eldon sneered, his eyes filled with disdain. "Ms. Lewis, your actions are not only an insult to Lunora but also a disrespect to the designer. This dress was crafted with Emma's style and essence in mind. On you, it looks completely out of place."
The surrounding audience and contestants began to murmur, their gazes filled with skepticism and ridicule.
"Oh my god, this dress was made for Emma! Phoenix wore it without permission. That's shameless!"
"No wonder Mr. Foster is so angry. This is a huge disrespect to the designer!"
"Phoenix is so embarrassed right now!"
Phoenix listened to the whispers around her, her face burning with shame and anger.
She bit her lip, a sudden idea flashing in her mind. She forced a tearful expression, turning to Emma with a choked voice, "Emma, how could you do this? You gave me this dress, and now you're letting me take the blame. What do you mean by this?"
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