While the design of the ne closely imitated the original, the inferior quality of the material and


    craftsmanship was evident to


    Loraine. Not to mention, the diamonds were of a significantly lesser quality. Marina’s audacity to pass


    off such a cheap knockoff as high-end jewelry showed her disregard for the Bryant family’s reputation.


    Withposure and grace, Loraine stated, “From my perspective, it appears Marina is the one


    adorned with the imitation.”


    Marina’s lips quivered, unable to muster a rebuttal.


    Observing Loraine’s serene andposed demeanor, Colette felt an intense wave of resentment.


    Not again! Why did Loraine always carry this air of indifference, as though she’s above everything


    else?


    If it weren’t for Loraine, the Moreau family would not be in their current predicament, and she wouldn’t


    be subjected to such humiliation, scorned by these fickle trend-followers.


    Blinded by fury and bitterness, Colette didn’t hear a word of Loraine’sments. She retorted,


    “Loraine, you’re Lying!”


    Loraine met her gaze patiently, as though waiting for Colette to state her reasons. The room held its


    breath, sensing the mounting tension.


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    Colette took a deep breath, and asserted with conviction, “Marina’s ne was a gift from Marco,


    how could it possibly be a fake?”


    As Colette spoke, Marina’s face nched with terror and disbelief.


    Laura had reiterated numerous times when she handed the ne to


    Marina. This issue must remain away from Marco’s ears. If he caught wind of it, he’d personally handle


    the situation with strict discipline.


    Revealing this to Loraine now was tantamount to disclosing it directly to Marco. And Marina absolutely


    did not want to cross paths with


    Loraine now!


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    Marina immediately regretted agreeing to Colette’s invitation. She shot a nervous nce at Loraine and


    swiftly sidled up to Colette, whispering urgently, “Let’s drop this. After all, today is a celebration of our


    companies’ coboration. Let’s not argue with


    Loraine…”


    Marina nced at the audience and leaned closer to whisper to Colette,


    “Let’s not divulge this and keep it our secret. After all, it wouldn’t be suitable to expose Loraine, the


    respected CEO of Universe Group, for wearing counterfeit goods, right? It could potentially jeopardize


    our future coborations.”


    Colette, however, rebuffed Marina and roared in indignation, “Why should I stay silent about this


    woman unting fake goods?”


    As Colette’s deration resonated throughout the room, eyes drifted towards Loraine, clouded with


    doubt. Loraine’s status suggested she wouldn’t stoop to counterfeit goods, yet Colette’s bold assurance


    had everyone on edge.


    Shaking her head, Loraine met the crowd’s gaze with a knowing smile.


    The gathering tonight, a joint effort by the Bryant and Universe Groups to uplift spirits, wasn’t meant for


    such squabbles. She neither had the inclination nor the stamina to tussle with Colette.