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    Susanna descended with Phillip, leaving Sean by himself.


    Observing Norah among the judges, Sean pondered briefly before joining Susanna and Phillip.


    “Madeline, you assert that ‘Future Technology’ is your creation, correct? Kindly exin your design concepts to us.”


    Norah crossed her arms and reclined in her chair, casting a cold gaze at Madeline on the stage with her intense focus.


    It marked Norah’s inauguralmentary initiative. The rest of the judges observed, sensing Noelle’s focused attention on this particr contestant.


    After a pause, Madeline, her lips bitten in anxiety, began, “The design is rooted in futuristic technology. And… And… It… Um, the specifics revolve around…”


    Her speech faltered, leaving her unable to articte a full sentence. A palpable tension filled the air.


    “I tried to integrate elements of future technology into the design. Among these…”


    As Madeline continued, her stuttering increased, forcing her to swiftly conclude the topic, her hands sped in anxiety. Despite having prepared her response, her mind went nk in that moment. Norah’s subtle smile unnerved her, rendering her speechless.


    “Is that all?”


    “And… And…”


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    Madeline struggled to say more but failed.


    Susanna, while stroking her chin, remarked, “Is Madeline losing herposure? I didn’t anticipate Norah being on the judging panel. What an unlucky day for Madeline!”


    Sean’s expression grew cold. Norah had divorced Derek. What was the reason for her animosity toward Madeline? Did she still harbor feelings for Derek? They had been together for over two years. Despite their divorce, could they still have lingering emotions for one another?


    But what did it matter now? With Norah by her side, she had to let go of Derek.


    Individuals who no longer maintained contact were mere strangers.


    Kathy’s eyes red with fury. “Derek, did you witness that? Norah intentionally made things challenging for Madeline! Although Madeline spoke up, Norah persisted. Madeline is visibly anxious.”


    Madeline’s unfamiliarity with her own design sketches was evident. Despite her nerves, she was expected to borate on her design concepts, yet she faltered in doing so.


    “Derek, I believe Norah is deliberately acting this way. She’s aware of your uing marriage, so she’s attempting to grab your attention. She’s envious and harbors lingering emotions for you.”


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