Chapter 733

 733:
Following her cue, hands across every screen moved faster, pushing hard to complete the final details.
In contrast, Linsey began to ease her pace, as if resisting the rush surrounding her.
With deliberate care, she placed the completed T-shirt onto the display rack, aligning it perfectly within the camera’s frame.
Bending her head, she slowly peeled off her gloves, the motion stiff and strained.
A glance at her wrist revealed red swelling, prompting a subtle crease of concern in her brow.
The buzzer sounded moments later, signaling the end of the competition. A nearby staff member handed her a microphone.
Just then, the host’s voice floated into her booth from outside the stage. “The competition has officially ended. Now, we’ll invite each designer to walk us through the concept behind their work.”
Before the host could introduce Contestant No. 1, one of the judges raised a hand and interjected, “If possible, I’d like to start with Contestant No. 3’s explanation.”
That unexpected change caught both the host and Linsey off guard. A staffer by Linsey’s side quickly leaned in. “Ms. Bright, give me a second to check your voice modulation settings.”
She gave a small nod, allowing him to make the adjustment.
Once the settings were confirmed, she tested it with a few words. A husky male voice echoed back, just as planned.
gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.𝗰0𝗺; 𝓁𝒾𝓈𝓉 𝗌𝑒𝓃𝓈𝑒𝑔𝓮𝓁
“Are you prepared, Contestant No. 3?” asked the host.
Linsey, slipping her gloves back on and grasping the microphone, responded affirmatively, “Yes, I’m ready.”
A resolute sparkle emerged in Linsey’s eyes as she concluded her statement.
The competition gathered a host of skilled designers from diverse firms, pushing Linsey to deliver her best performance to vie for the championship.
She was aware that clinching the top spot was crucial for the Davidson Group to overshadow even the CR Corporation in the race for premier brand exposure due to existing contracts.
Linsey knew the moment wouldn’t last forever, and if the Davidson Group wanted a place in Grester, she had to act fast before CR Corporation took over everything.
Despite Dolores’s suggestion to target a more conservative second or third place, Linsey was not about to settle.
Her resolve was firm: to claim the championship for herself and for Dolores.
Gathering her thoughts, Linsey began her presentation with measured words, saying, “Our theme for today is emotions. To me, the profound bond of love shared between a mother and her children stands paramount. Hence, my design today radiates warmth and comfort.”
As her hand caressed a T-shirt displayed on the rack, she explained, “I started with a plain white T-shirt and imbued it with a spectrum of gentle colors. These hues mimic the serene light of a clear day, fostering a welcoming and calm atmosphere.”
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