Agnes' Awakening: From Zero to His Whole World novel Chapter 42

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Now the only option left was to hold a new vote on the spot.
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Hillary stood on stage. She had already prepared her acceptance speech, but the director suddenly stopped her. She was furious.
Is this Aurora deliberately trying to oppose me? She can’t win on her own merit, so now she’s causing trouble?!
Hillary went to the director and wanted him to ignore the online comments and Aurora. He could simply proceed with awarding the prize.
But that was one of the most famous competition shows in Grandridge.
The popularity built over many years couldn’t just be thrown away. They had to consider their reputation.
Moreover, the organizers didn’t dare offend their sponsors. When they saw people talking about boycotting advertised products, they panicked.
Hillary was nearly losing her mind. Her shining moment was just within reach, yet everything was disrupted at the most critical moment.
She picked up her phone and began arguing with people online.
[What’s wrong with you people? If you don’t want to watch, then leave! Shut up already!]
[Oh? Who’s this idiot? Looking to get roasted? You must be a staff, huh?]
[Of course I’m not. I’m just disgusted by all of you. You guys clearly have nothing better to do. Everyone can see that Y&N’s designs are amazing. Ms. Young’s design is the rightful champion of this competition!]
[Haha! It’s obvious now. This is Y&N’s hired internet troll. We noticed it long ago. So many influencers have been awkwardly praising Y&N’s so-called high-end fashion lately. They must’ve spent a fortune on promotion.]
[Honestly, I bought a dress from Y&N after seeing influencer recommendations.]
[Speaking truthfully, the cut was okay, but the quality was terrible—loose threads everywhere. Definitely not worth the price. Feels like false advertising.}
Hillary snapped, [How ridiculous! Poor losers! Have you ever even seen luxury goods? If you can’t afford them, then don’t buy them. And now you’re complaining? There are so many international luxury brands. Do people buy them for quality? No-it’s about design, style, taste, and status! Get lost, you country bumpkins!]
[Oh wow, buddies, look at this-some rich brat snuck out to show off. Once you start showing off, there’s no turning back-there goes your dignity forever!]
[Hahahaha! Ms. Young’s design just can’t compare to Ms. Aurora’s. Tidewhisper Lily forever! Stay mad! Haha!]
[Exactly. Ms. Aurora’s Tidewhisper Lily doesn’t even need advertising. It speaks through real skill. Tell Ms.
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Young to go cry to her rich boyfriend!]
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[Hahaha! Once her rich boyfriend gets worked up, not just Grandridge-Y&N could be champion of the whole world and the universe! Maybe she should even change her brand name to match his last name- Number One Newton!]
Hillary was about to explode with rage. The more those people argued, the worse Y&N’s reputation
became.
She saw staff from the organizers talking to Raymond. Walking closer, she overheard the director’s words.
“We’re very sorry, Mr. Newton. We hope you understand. We can’t afford to offend our sponsors.
“If everyone boycotts us, this competition show won’t survive, and no advertisers will sponsor us in the future.
“So we must hold another public vote.”
Raymond replied, “I have no problem with that. A competition should follow objective, fair, and transparent principles.”
Hearing that, Hillary panicked and quickly stepped forward to stop the director.
“How is that okay? The competition is already over, and now you want to vote again? That’s completely unfair!”
“Well… We’re so sorry, Ms. Young. We truly have no choice. You’ve seen the comments online.
“If we don’t make the voting public, those people won’t back down.. We’ll end up trending on headlines for all the wrong reasons, and this show will probably lose all its ratings.”
“But…” Hillary started.
“Sorry, Ms. Young. I need to handle this immediately, or everything will fall into chaos.”
She clenched her teeth, fists tightly balled.
Raymond, standing beside her, spoke up, “Hillary, what’s wrong? Voting again isn’t a big deal.
“You received so many votes. That means most people like your design. Don’t be nervous.”
Hearing that, Hillary put on a forced smile. She knew very well that her high vote count hadn’t been normal.
The host walked back onto the stage, wearing a bright smile.
“Dear audience, we sincerely apologize. There was a malfunction in our voting system just now.
“To ensure fairness and transparency, we have decided to hold a new round of voting.
“We would also like to thank Ms. Aurora and our livestream viewers for bringing this issue to our attention.
“Please begin voting again now. Thank you!”
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The livestream audience immediately began a new round of voting. The results appeared clearly on the large screen at the venues
Everyone watched as the votes for Aurora from Tidewhisper Lily, and her embroidered classical-style dress, Brocade Bloom, skyrocketed.
Very quickly, her numbers pulled far ahead of Hillary’s and Chloe’s designs.
In the end, Aurora received 7,000 votes and one judge’s vote.
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