In aposed tone, he inquired, “Who among you can_ provide substantial evidence to substantiate your im as the original creator of this design?”


    Ste took a deep breath, her voice resolute.


    “My design was originally hand-drawn.


    About two weeks ago, I created the design at home.


    If the judges require it, I can rush home now to retrieve the records from myputer at that time.


    ”


    Before ter could respond, Z fired back, her toneced with confidence.Exclusive content from N?velDrama.Org.


    “You can easily manipte yourputer, changing timestamps to falsify the truth.


    ”


    Z’s unwavering arrogance left Ste puzzled, her brows furrowing as she inquired, “How can you prove that this dress is your original creation?”


    A sly smile curved Z’s lips as she replied, “I can present the evidence right now.


    ”


    Ste’s frown deepened.


    She knew that only Maverick and Matthew had seen her design, and they had no connection to Z.


    So why was Z so certain?


    While Ste wrestled with her thoughts, Z summoned her assistant over and whispered something in her ear.


    The assistant reached into her bag, retrieving a piece of paper.


    Z nced at Ste, satisfaction gleaming in her eyes as she noticed Ste’s confusion.


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    With conviction, she handed the paper to ter and dered, “I am deeply honored to have been selected for the ssicLuxe Design Competition, and I take thispetition very seriously.


    As a result, a few days ago, on the 27th, I filed for intellectual property rights for my design and creative work.


    ”


    Ste’s realization hit like a bolt of Lightning.


    She hadn’t expected Z to take this course of action.


    Panic surged within her.


    Z reveled in Ste’s reaction, continuing with a sense of triumph.


    “Though the results have not yet been announced, I believe this is enough to prove my innocence.


    I am the true originator of this design.


    ”


    ter examined the contents of the paper meticulously, confirming that it was indeed a filed design document.


    He asked in aposed tone, “Why did you bring this document with you?”


    Z was prepared for this question, her demeanorposed as she replied, “I alwayse fully prepared for majorpetitions, just in case.


    ”


    Her final words carried a hint of irony.


    The room fell into an uneasy silence before the crowd erupted into a cacophony of discussion.