Chapter 614
Chapter 614:
“Is this… magic?” one of the onlookers murmured.
“This is incredible p>
The audience was visibly astounded, struggling to grasp what they were witnessing. Yet, the proof lay undeniable before them.
A wave of frustration washed over Bella as she watched Yelena’s design reemerge. Hadn’t they promised that once erased, the designs couldn’t be restored? Yet, what was Yelena presenting now?
At that crucial moment, Bella felt powerless, only able to watch as Yelena submitted the restored design.
After considerable adversity, Yelena and Tessa’s design finally reached the panel. The judges were captivated by their creation.
“It’s simply breathtaking!” one of them whispered.
Tessa, microphone in hand and nerves apparent, found encouragement in Yelena’s supportive look. “Our piece is inspired by ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’ It features the exquisite pink diamond that captures the essence of summer dreams. The design resembles intertwined vines adorned with tiny diamonds, which accentuate the sophisticated charm of the pink diamonds p>
A judge, moved by the design, praised them. “Intertwined vines beautifully capture summer dreams. Diamonds encircle, enhancing the refined elegance of the pink diamond. It’s absolutely stunning p>
“Radiant splendor. This is epic p>
Without a doubt, Yelena and Tessa’s design was a standout. Being the first presented, it set a high benchmark.
Following their presentation, other entries seemed somewhat lacking. Bella’s partner, Rita, despite pouring her heart into her design, managed only fourth place, missing the top three entirely.
“Why? Why isn’t my flawless work in the top three?” Rita demanded, frustration evident.
𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 ⧼gⱥ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⧽𝖼𝗈𝗺
“Do you want to know why?” a judge inquired.
“Of course,” Rita responded, her voice tight with emotion.
“Perhaps you should take a moment to calmly review your design and then compare it to Yelena and Tessa’s,” the judge suggested.
Rita scrutinized the other designs again, starting with third place and moving up to Yelena and Tessa’s winning entry.
As she reviewed the third-place design, she still felt her work deserved better. Yet, examining the second-place and then the first-place designs brought a sobering realization. Initially full of pride, Rita had been critical of the other designs, convinced of her own superiority. However, a closer look revealed the undeniable superiority of Yelena and Tessa’s work, which was vibrant with innovation and creativity.
Austin said, “Your design is too rigid and outdated. While luxurious, it projected a rustic vibe that doesn’t align with modern aesthetics. The primary reason you secured fourth place was due to one specific element in your design being particularly innovative and refreshing p>
Biting her lip, Rita looked at Austin and asked, “Which element did you find deserving of extra points p>
“The daisy motif,” Austin responded.
Rita almost lost her balance, shocked.
Unbeknownst to others, the daisy design wasn’t hers. Rita had taken the idea from a sketch Bella had made, thinking it was a stroke of genius. She had intended to bolster her own work with Bella’s idea, only to realize now that it was Bella who had inadvertently aided her!
Bella was taken aback but also quite pleased. She hadn’t anticipated that her casual sketch would capture Austin’s attention and contribute crucially to their placement.
Without Austin’s favorable notice, they might not have secured fourth place. Austin’s next comment, however, deflated her brief triumph. “However, when compared to the top three designs, yours still falls short p>