Filed to story: My Husband Regrets Divorcing Me (Audrey & Cornell)
However, his hopes were dashed as he was promptly halted at the entrance.
Despite his fervent pleas, the security guard remained resolute, refusing to grant Brent entry. “Sir, please refrain from causing further disruption. Neither your name nor that of your niece is on our guest list.”
Brent had provided the name Audrey Warburton, oblivious to the fact that Audrey had recently changed her surname to Foster.
Reacting with aggression at the entrance, Brent was promptly escorted to the roadside by the security guard, who issued a stern warning of police involvement should he attempt to return.
At that precise moment, Audrey’s clarification press conference was being broadcast on TV.
Audrey introduced herself as the head of Crescent Studio, identifying herself as Audrey Foster.
Observing this, Brent muttered curses at the roadside, “Damn it! The bitch becomes wealthy and forsakes me, even going as far as changing her surname!”
Ranting fervently by the roadside, he awaited Audrey’s emergence.
Right then, a gleaming silver luxury car was stationed nearby. Katie was here to observe Audrey’s embarrassment caused by her arrangement.
Eavesdropping on Brent’s utterances, Katie grasped he appeared to have a connection to Audrey. However, it was evident he harbored nefarious intentions.
With a subtle smirk, Katie directed Abel, “Assist him in entering.”
During the press conference at the hotel, the inquiries posed by journalists were notably incisive.
“Miss Foster, as this marks your inaugural prominent engagement with Arthen Entertainment, how do you intend to rectify this substantial blunder?”
“Given your distinction as a top graduate of Astraea University in Swynborough, does your academic thesis also entail instances of plagiarism?”
“How do you address the online characterization of Crescent as a mere ‘tailor shop,’ with assertions circulating that you’re merely amalgamating others’ work to pass it off as your own?”
Audrey simply listened. Then, she offered a deep bow to the audience.
“Firstly, I extend my sincerest gratitude to all of you for attending this press conference. I assure you that every finalized creation from Crescent bears my personal design. I have never delegated this responsibility, thus eliminating any possibility of plagiarism.”
Audrey’s countenance remained transparent and sincere, her response devoid of any trace of animosity, significantly altering numerous individuals’ perceptions.
Subsequently, Audrey proceeded to showcase her original designs, accompanied by timestamps denoting their creation.
“This ‘Heritage’ series originates from the early stages of my design exploration. I am grateful to Mr. Franzier of Arthen Entertainment for granting me the opportunity to boldly unveil the ‘Heritage’ series at the mid-year gala. Regarding the alleged similarities to Dream Studio’s designs…”
Before Audrey could conclude, a woman wearing a hat and sunglasses hastily made her way to the front row, exclaiming, “Do not deny it!
You have plagiarized, and I possess evidence!”
Elin attempted to advance, but Audrey restrained her.
With a steely glint in her eyes, Audrey inquired, “What evidence do you possess?”
The woman, exuding arrogance, asserted, “I’m an employee of Dream Studio. Your team clandestinely approached us, offering to purchase that dress at any cost. Isn’t that an attempt to destroy evidence?”
The woman proceeded to exhibit a video depicting Elin negotiating with Dream Studio’s employee under Audrey’s instruction and presented printed transaction records on oversized paper, ready for journalists to capture.
Instantly, the journalists erupted with a barrage of questions.
“Miss Foster, is this allegation accurate?”
“Why pay five times the original price for an antiquated design? Was it to conceal evidence?”
“Miss Foster…”
Journalists from different outlets asked their questions.
There was a sense among everyone present that a sudden change in the situation was imminent.
Under the intense scrutiny, Audrey remained composed as she replied, “Yes, I did arrange for the purchase of the dress, but not to destroy evidence.”
“So, are we supposed to believe you just because you say it wasn’t for that?” The woman’s intentions to stir up trouble were evident.
With a triumphant air, she exclaimed, “If it wasn’t for destroying evidence, then show us the dress!”
An electric shock rippled through the room!
Audrey’s gaze softened slightly.
Assuming Audrey had no reply, the woman raised her voice. “Has it been destroyed, making it impossible to display? Quit resisting. Just confess to plagiarism…”
Before the woman could finish her accusation, Elin swiftly pushed a display case onto the stage.
And there it was, the dress, revealed for all to see.
The woman’s demeanor shifted instantly, but she promptly yelled, “You didn’t destroy it, which is just as well. Everyone, observe this craftsmanship, this embroidery. Isn’t it precisely the same as the gala dress?”
Audrey calmly responded, “The gala dress isn’t present. How can everyone make a comparison?” With a gesture, she brought the gala dress onto the stage.
Placing them side by side facilitated a more direct comparison.
Indeed, they were identical.
The previously noisy scene abruptly fell silent. It was the first instance of someone presenting evidence against themselves.
Smugly, the woman remarked, “It’s obvious to everyone. How will you explain this? It appears not only did you plagiarize the dress, but your degree might be counterfeit too!”
Audrey’s expression remained steady as she calmly admitted, “I concede that the dresses are identical. However, it’s common knowledge that this old design belongs to the esteemed designer Casey Warburton.”
The woman sneered, “Despicable of you, attempting to plagiarize the work of a retired designer and thinking you could get away with it…”
Audrey was irritated by the woman’s noise, particularly her mention of Casey. She icily interjected, “Casey Warburton is my mother.”
Everyone was stunned. Casey was a renowned designer, celebrated both domestically and internationally. Audrey had such an incredible mother!
Katie had just arrived at the scene when Audrey announced herself to be Casey’s daughter.
The expression on Katie’s face drastically changed. This unassuming Audrey was Casey Warburton’ daughter? How could it be?
Even before the Internet was developed, Casey was already well-known in the upper-class circle.
For the people in the upper-class circle, her name was a legend.
Casey became even more famous when she embroidered incredibly complex ancient paintings on her designs in just half a month.
The exquisiteness of her embroidery works was unmatched. No one could surpass her.
At a young age, Casey was already celebrated as a genius designer.
She was so popular that even the royalties of other countries often invited her to customize designs for them. It could be said that this period marked the pinnacle of her career.
But suddenly, Casey announced her retirement and disappeared from the public eye without any explanation. The entire world was shocked.
People wondered why she suddenly gave up such a flourishing career.
Many regretted losing such an excellent designer.
For almost two decades, there was no news about Casey. No one had seen her, and her whereabouts were unknown to everyone. Some people said she had entered a monastery, while some said she had already passed away. However, these things couldn’t be confirmed, so they remained rumors.
Katie’s keen awareness of Casey stemmed from a little-known connection between Casey and her uncle, Davey Glyn.
Audrey’s words caused an uproar in the press. Of course, all of them knew Casey and her legacy. Who wouldn’t be shocked when Audrey announced herself to be Casey’s daughter?
The journalists felt they didn’t come here for nothing. Their time was not wasted because they had gotten a sensational news story. The appearance of the daughter of Casey was such a huge scoop.
Instantly, the journalists threw questions one after another.
While listening to them, Katie’s eyes turned cold, and her lips paled.
She still couldn’t believe it. Why did Audrey have to be Casey’s daughter?
The Warburton family, rooted in Berton, was formidable, rivaling the Glyn family, but plagued by internal strife.
Casey belonged to the main branch of the Warburton family, which fell into misfortune following her parents’ death in a car accident. Not long after, Casey disappeared without a trace.
Therefore, instead of the main branch of the Warburton family, it was the side branch that was recognized by the public.
And now that Audrey appeared, claiming to be part of the Warburton family, she would likely reclaim her rightful inheritance.
As the descendant of the main branch of the Warburton family, Audrey could not be underestimated, although her family was a little inferior to the Clement family.
Realization dawned on Katie. No wonder Audrey said that the Glyn family was not the only rich family. It turned out Audrey was mocking her.
At the thought of this, Katie clenched her fists so tightly that her sharp nails dug into the palms of her hands. Her eyes turned even colder. She looked at her assistant, hinting something.
Her assistant immediately understood. She quickly turned to the woman who accused Audrey of plagiarism and whispered something.