Chapter 605
Chapter 605:
Seeing Lily’s smug demeanor as she prepared to leave, Tessa responded firmly, “The past wasn’t solely my fault. Everyone, including him, played a part. It’s unfair to blame it all on me. Plus, I’m here on behalf of my company. I’m setting personal issues aside to focus on the competition p>
“You…” Lily started.
“If you cling to the past, you’ll only hurt yourself,” Tessa said before returning to her task.
Catching Yelena’s eye, Tessa paused and then smiled.
“Well done,” Yelena said to her.
Yelena had noted Tessa’s underlying nervousness despite her outward calm—her hands clenched and unclenched repeatedly, betraying her anxiety.
Nevertheless, Tessa’s resolve was commendable.
Feeling slightly embarrassed but motivated, Tessa said, “You told me that if I’m going to compete, I should give it my all and do my best p>
Yelena nodded in approval. “That’s the spirit p>
Energized, Tessa smiled at Yelena and said, “Let’s give it our best together p>
Tessa had just selected her materials and was heading back when something caught her foot. Before she could react, she stumbled, nearly landing face-first on the ground.
Tessa barely had time to catch her breath when she realized that everything she was holding had scattered all over the floor.
“Oh no!” she cried out.
The materials lay strewn all over the place, some tiny and dispersed. She hurried to gather them when, suddenly, a shadow loomed over her. Looking up, Tessa saw Sonya standing there with her arms crossed and a taunting look in her eyes.
“Can’t you watch where you’re going p>
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Although slightly annoyed, Tessa replied politely, “I’m sorry. It was an accident p>
“Be more careful next time. It’s dangerous with all these things scattered around,” Sonya said.
Sonya shot Lily a look that seemed to say, “See, I’ve got your back p>
As Lily began to walk away, Sonya let out a piercing scream and inexplicably tumbled backward, landing awkwardly on her back.
“Where did this big turtle come from?” Yelena remarked dryly as she walked past.
Sonya struggled on the floor, unable to right herself. Her predicament indeed resembled a flipped turtle, which appeared quite comical.
The scene caught the attention of many onlookers, who couldn’t help but burst into laughter.
Flushed with embarrassment, Sonya snapped, “Shut up, it’s not funny p>
Yelena glanced down at her, amused. “Come on! It’s hilarious, and you expect people not to laugh p>
“You…” Sonya was seething, but fortunately, Lily came over and helped her to her feet.
Sonya glared at Yelena and said, “Was it you who tripped me p>
Yelena feigned innocence. “Me? I didn’t do anything. Or do you have proof p>
Sonya seethed, but without evidence, she could only stew in her frustration. Despite Sonya’s accusations, she could only watch helplessly as Yelena walked away, convinced of her guilt yet unable to prove anything.
Tessa couldn’t help but say, “It’s so strange. She just fell right in front of me, out of nowhere p>
Yelena winked at Tessa and whispered, “Maybe it’s karma for trying to trip you.” Tessa paused, a realization dawning on her, and exchanged a knowing look with Yelena.
In that moment, they smiled at each other, sharing a silent understanding. Quietly, Tessa mouthed a “thank you” to Yelena, who responded with a nod and a whispered, “You’re welcome p>