Chapter 220 War of Words
The media on the scene were the first to catch the gossip, live-streaming today's news.
In the live chat, the comments were pretty entertaining.
Netizen 1: [If I were Ashley, I'd just enjoy being a socialite. Why pretend to be talented? Now she's shot herself in the foot!]
Netizen 2: [They keep saying Ashley plagiarized, but where's the proof?]
Suddenly, Chloe said, "I've got more evidence!"
Everyone gasped!
The comment section blew up.
Ethan glared at Chloe. "She's asking for trouble!"
Ethan was about to step in when Ashley grabbed his hand, giving him a firm look.
"Honey, don't worry, let me handle this."
Seeing her confidence, Ethan backed off. "Alright, I believe in you."
Ashley felt touched by his trust.
Ethan stepped back, and Ashley faced Chloe. "Chloe, if you have evidence, stop wasting time and show it!"
Ashley stayed calm and composed.
Chloe sneered, her eyes cold. "As you wish!"
She signaled to someone in the crowd, who brought out some drafts. Chloe said, "Here are some of Elisa's design sketches. Check out her style."
"And this sketch is the most crucial!"
Chloe showed the media a sketch. "Does this look familiar? It's the limited edition design draft of Coconi women's shoes from three months ago."
"Look closely, doesn't it resemble the shoes on Her Majesty's feet?"
Coconi was the trendiest shoe brand, and Elisa's designs made it even more popular.
The shoes in this sketch were limited edition, but the exact number wasn't disclosed. So, while everyone had seen the official images, no one had actually seen someone wearing them.
Kelsey examined the sketch. "Jewelry embellishments, floral decorations, the design style, it does look 50% like the shoes on my feet!"
"Didn't expect it, Mrs. Yates really is a plagiarist!"
"I heard plagiarism is the biggest no-no in the design world. Mrs. Yates is a joke now!"
"She's embarrassed herself and shamed the Yates family."
"If I were Ethan, I wouldn't acknowledge her as my wife now. She's disgracing the Yates family!"
Kelsey said angrily, "Mrs. Yates, don't you have anything to say?"
People around pointed at Ashley, gossiping, and even the live chat was mocking her.
Seeing the design draft, Ashley's eyes dimmed for a moment.
To Chloe, this looked like guilt.
Chloe grinned. "Mrs. Yates, with this evidence, you can't argue anymore, can you?"
Kelsey fumed, "You've disappointed me so much! You ruined my birthday party and made me a laughingstock!"
"I retract my decision to stop suing the Yates Group."
"And I'll sue you for plagiarism, ensuring you never work in design again."
Kelsey spoke coldly, a sinister smile barely visible.
"Your Majesty!" Ethan said coldly, "You're a monarch. How can you go back on your word?"
Ethan shielded Ashley, his eyes cold and intimidating. He wouldn't let anyone bully his wife or the Yates Group.
"You wronged me first!" Kelsey snapped. "This is deception! Be grateful modern laws don't allow execution!"
"Do you know how much I cared about this birthday party? You've ruined everything! What's wrong with suing you?"
Despite the ridicule, Ashley remained calm and indifferent.
Ashley said coldly, "You convict me with just a few words?"
"Proving plagiarism requires thorough verification."
"Your Majesty, think twice before changing your mind so easily. Don't let people think you're just a pretty face!"
Everyone gasped, and Kelsey's face turned ugly.
Ethan, who had been silent, saw Ashley's boldness and couldn't help but smile, looking at her with even more affection.
"You!" Kelsey glared at Ashley. "How dare you insult me? This is my territory!"
She knew the process of verifying authenticity but seized the chance to push them further.
Just as the tension peaked, a steady voice spoke. "Your Majesty, Mrs. Yates' words, though harsh, are honest. Please reconsider. We need a thorough investigation before refiling the lawsuit."
Kelsey turned, surprised. "Count Albanian!"
"Your Majesty, there are still doubts about Mrs. Yates' plagiarism. We can't convict based on a few words, right?"
A glimmer of light flashed in Kelsey's eyes. "You're right."
Aron turned to Ashley. "Mrs. Yates, do you have evidence to prove your innocence?"
Ashley smiled confidently. "Of course!"
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