Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess novel Chapter 320

Confidence is golden, but cockiness is poison.

The fashion show had reached its climax, and ten hopefuls had been cut from the lineup. As Ruby scanned the room and spotted Josefina and her entourage still hanging around, her forehead creased in annoyance.

"That little bitch, Josefina, how is she not booted out yet." Lauren spat out bitterly.

Erica nudged Lauren's arm with a warning, "Mind your manners." Her words were a timely reminder. Lauren quickly composed herself, and Erica's caution kept her from speaking out of turn.

Ruby clamped her mouth shut, shooting a venomous glare in Josefina's direction.

Feeling the sting of Ruby's malevolent gaze, Josefina returned the favor with a smug, triumphant smile, her delight carrying a hint of defiance. Lauren simmered with rage, helpless and frustrated.

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In the second round, designers were to present their creations and explain the concepts behind them.

Josefina caught Alex's eye and he nodded reassuringly at her. Without further words, he took the stage alone.

Holly stood by, chirping cheerfully, "Ms. Josefina, rest assured, with you calling shots behind the scenes, Alex will definitely be fine."

Josefina's voice was stern, "I'm not calling any shots from behind the scenes. I'm simply leading the team in this competition. It's Alex who's put in the lion's share of the effort." Josefina wasn't about to let Holly's offhand remark undermine all of Alex's hard work.