Naturally, Mandy couldnât agree. Plagiarism was a taboo in the fashion industry. As a renowned designer, she couldnât plagiarize, regardless of how impressive someone elseâs design might be.
Their discussion went on for some time without resolution. Eventually, Carly asked Mandy to leave and said they would discuss it another day.
Not long after Mandy returned, Carly informed her that she had changed her mind and decided to hire Natalie.
When Natalie learned the whole story, she sighed and shook her head. âMiss Hamilton, Carlyâs grandmother didnât mean that you should plagiarize.â
Mandy frowned and asked in confusion, âThen why did she want me to create a design like yours?â
Natalie explained patiently, âShe desires a natural and comfortable design, and your designs are all extravagant and intricate. Itâs normal to have this outcome since you didnât take the clientâs needs into account.â Mandyâs furrowed brow slightly relaxed. She pondered, âShe wants a natural and comfortable design?â
Noticing Mandy deep in thought, Natalie knew Mandy had grasped the concept. She continued to explain, âYou took this order just to humiliate me, didnât you? You didnât consider whether your style was suitable for this order at all. During the discussion, you didnât listen to the clientâs needs carefully and kept pursuing a luxurious and extravagant style. Thatâs why Carly stopped cooperating with you.â
After listening to Natalie, Mandy had a moment of clarity. It wasnât until then that she remembered how every time she mentioned expensive fabrics and extravagant styles, Carlyâs Grandmother immediately frowned and hesitated, appearing quite uncomfortable.
At the time, she assumed Carlyâs grandmother wasnât satisfied with the designs. But now, Mandy realized she didnât like that style at all. Mandy had to admit that she was reluctant to accept this order initially.
Her style was always opulent, and her clientele comprised wealthy ladies. She had never made clothes for an elderly woman from the countryside.
So when she found out Carly planned to cancel the order, she was secretly relieved. Only when she learned Carly had chosen her rival, Natalie, did Mandy become so furious that she confronted Natalie.
Seeing Mandy finally understood the situation, Natalie breathed a sigh of relief.
She knew Mandy wasnât a bad person. Mandy was merely a pampered lady from a wealthy family. If possible, Natalie didnât want to have a conflict with her.
Just when Natalie thought the matter was resolved, Mandy suddenly stood up and stared at her. Alarmed, Natalie exclaimed, âWhat are you going to do?â
Upon hearing Natalieâs scream, Brandon, who had been focused on eavesdropping at the door, grew nervous and burst in without thinking.
âWhat happened?â
Seeing Brandon enter aggressively, Mandy trembled with fear. Frowning, Natalie glanced at Brandon, who had suddenly rushed in, and then at Mandy, who was frightened by him. She discreetly winked at him, inquiring if he had something to say.
Brandon sat down beside Natalie, still on guard, and shook his head, indicating he had nothing to say.
Natalie motioned for Brandon to remain silent with her eyes. Then she turned to Mandy and asked patiently, âWhat do you want?â Mandy did her best to suppress her fear and said, âI just wanted to tell you that even though I lost this time, I will definitely defeat you next time with my own abilities!â
Hearing Mandyâs words, Bra. was puzzled. âWhat do you mean?â Mandy glanced timidly at Brandon, and remained silent. However, Natalie understood Mandyâs intentions. She extended her hand to Mandy and smiled. âAlright, Iâll be waiting for your next challenge.â Was Natalie trying to reconcile with her?
Mandy was taken aback when she saw Natalieâs hand. Her prejudice against Natalie had shifted. Brenna often took Mandy to social events, where she met proud socialite ladies who would cut ties over the smallest things. Yet, as the lady of the White family, Natalie was nothing like that.
She was gentle and generous, appearing unfazed by her arrogance. Although Mandy had changed her opinion of Natalie, she didnât acknowledge it due to her haughty nature.
Pursing her lips, she snorted, deliberately not shaking hands with Natalie, and turned to leave.
Seeing Mandyâs refusal to acknowledge Natalie, Brandonâs expression darkened.
He wanted to stop her, but Natalie shook her head at him, signaling him to let Mandy go. Reluctantly, Brandon stepped aside but continued to glare at Mandy with blazing eyes.
His menacing gaze was intimidating. Frightened, Mandy covered her chest and quickened her pace, fearing Brandon would drag her out if she moved too slowly. No matter how handsome Brandon was, his demeanor was terrifying. It was a mystery how Natalie managed to handle him. It wasnât until Mandy left that Natalie breathed a sigh of relief. Mandyâs departure was a relief, as dealing with her had been challenging.
Brandon hurried to Natalie, looked her over, and asked with concern, âDid she bully you? Are you hurt?â
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ï¤Chapter 1329 Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen ï¤Chapter 1187 Amused, Natalie shook her head and said, âDonât worry. Iâm fine.â Once assured that Natalie was unharmed, a faint smile appeared on Brandonâs face. He teased, âIâm your assistant now. I have to keep you safe all the time.â
Natalie smiled. âIt seems youâre already a competent assistant.â Brandon straightened his back and nodded approvingly. âOf course, being an assistant is a piece of cake. Is there anything in the world I canât do well?â
Glancing toward the door, Natalie joked, âYouâre indeed a professional assistant. You have sharp ears. As soon as you heard your bossâs scream, you came rushing in.â
For the first time, a hint of embarrassment appeared on Brandonâs handsome face. âI just happened to pass by and heard it.
Raising her eyebrows, Natalie said, âAre you sure you werenât eavesdropping at the door the whole time so you could break in and interrupt Mandy just in time?â
Brandon replied seriously, âItâs my duty to protect you, boss.â With her head tilted to one side, Natalie spoke in a serious tone. âA qualified assistant shouldnât eavesdrop on their boss.â
Without hesitation, Brandon placed the blame on Sean, confidently stating, âSean told me that when the boss is likely to be hurt, an assistant can take unusual actions, like eavesdropping.â
Natalie smiled gently, not pressing the issue further. She opened her arms and said, âIâm tired. I want to lean against your shoulder.â