Chapter 226
Chapter 226:
He suddenly gave a bright smile.
His eyes sparkled with trust and confidence. He believed that Annabel could handle the situation well.
Seeing this, Annabel smiled back and turned to look at Marilyn. “Where was this magazine published? I have never heard of Storm, let alone seen one before now p>
Marilyn pursed her lips and said in a contemptuous tone, “It shows how unexposed you are! For your information, this magazine is published in France. You haven’t been there, so that explains why you don’t know it p>
“Oh. So, the country of publication is France?” Annabel nodded her head, pretending to be impressed. “As far as I know, France is a francophone country. Why is Storm in English p>
Marilyn was taken aback, but she managed to say, “English is widely spoken in France too. Besides, this particular edition was published for the English-speaking audience p>
Annabel took the magazine, raised it high, and asked, “Has anyone ever seen or heard about this magazine before now p>
Many of the guests here were top players in the fashion and jewelry industry. The people who fell under this category exchanged awkward glances. None of them had seen or heard of Storm before.
“Marilyn, a respected designer like you should be able to get a spot in an internationally known magazine. Why did you choose a magazine no one else has heard of? The origin of this magazine is questionable, so it’s impossible to trust its authenticity. I’m afraid you can’t use this as proof that Benton Group stole your design,” Annabel said, a hint of irony in her tone.
The reporters nodded, agreeing with her.
Top fashion magazines always published works from respectable designers and brands. It made no sense that Marilyn chose an unknown magazine when she was spoiled for choice.
Marilyn’s expression changed. “The design is mine, so I have every right to choose where it’s published. Stop trying to fool the public. Admit your wrongs and apologize to me for stealing my design this minute p>
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“I’m afraid you are the one who should apologize!” Annabel’s eyes suddenly darkened. “You are the thief! Let Yourself Go is a carbon copy of Ice and Fire. Stop playing the victim when you are not p>
Marilyn’s face turned livid at Annabel’s words. “Annabel Hewitt, this is pure slander. If you don’t apologize to me right this instant, I’ll call the police p>
“Do it,” Annabel said calmly, a mocking smile tugging at the corners of her lips. “Anyway, you’re the plagiarist here. It’d be good to call the police p>
One of the reporters immediately pricked up his ears. “Miss Hewitt, do you have any evidence that proves that Marilyn plagiarized p>
“Can you tell us why you said that Marilyn was a plagiarist?” another reporter chimed in.
Staring at Marilyn, Annabel explained, “I don’t know how you were able to copy the idea, but the person who came up with the idea of gems changing colors under different lights is Leo p>