The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 159

Lina watches the siblings revel in their mutual delusion and silently cringes. How exactly is Jade giving off a vintage jazz-age vibe? The Angelcore might work since the company has force-fed that persona to the public for years, but she completely lacks the sultry dominance required for Femme Fatale Chic or the sophisticated melancholy of Noir Vintage Glamour. She looks ridiculous.

In Lina's professional opinion, Jade is an empty shell propped up entirely by corporate cash. Asking her to embody complex, nuanced aesthetics is a literal joke. As Jade tries to walk, her exaggerated hip-swaying is stiff and painfully unnatural, lacking any of the subtle grace required for the vintage aesthetic. Worse, the heavy makeup clashes violently with her attempt at a refined aura, making her look more like a desperate showgirl than a sophisticated heiress.

Yet, Alec stands beside her, beaming with pride as if he has just styled the world's most flawless supermodel. They are drowning in an echo chamber of their own making. Alec has zero objective taste; his only metric is his blind devotion to his adopted sister.

But Lina is a survivor in this industry. She expertly masks her disdain, smiling brightly and offering empty praise. Only a fool argues with their boss, especially when dealing with this thin-skinned sibling duo who view constructive criticism as a personal attack.

Later, in Jake's executive suite, the atmosphere is tense. "You're telling me Jade's vocal double bought out her contract?"

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