Billionaire’s Missing Darling

Chapter 318

Bettany’s pupils contracted. She hadn’t anticipated Doris posing the question so directly. She was momentarily stunned.

Doris lowered her head, took a deep breath, and then suddenly raised her gaze to address everyone. “Everyone, I must confess one thing. The inspiration for this painting did indeed come from another artwork, but it was solely for the purpose of seeking inspiration. I meticulously crafted this painting stroke by stroke, from start to finish. It bears the imprint of my toil and dedication.”

With that, she offered a profound bow and stepped back, adopting a dignified and upright stance.

Observing her in such a state, Bettany felt a sense of uncertainty, leaving her somewhat suspended.

Doris had the advantage in this situation. She openly acknowledged that her inspiration came from Bettany. If Bettany were to affirm that the painting resembled her in this moment, the judges wouldn’t perceive it as plagiarism; they would only see it as drawing upon some creative inspiration.

Above all, Bettany’s original creation had been destroyed, making her one–sided claims far from convincing.

As anticipated, some of the judges displayed a bias in favor of Doris and voiced their support for her. “Inspiration shouldn’t be labeled as plagiarism. It’s likely that both paintings share some similarities, but the rest should be distinctive,” they argued.

As they spoke, their eyes were fixed inquisitively on Bettany, seeking her response. Bettany moved her lips, wishing to convey: “No, it’s not just a little resemblance; it’s entirely alike, precisely identical.”

Nevertheless, before she could utter a word, another judge chimed in, stating, “It’s undoubtedly distinct. Even if the original artwork were placed right here, it would be impossible for it to be an exact match. Besides, who would leave their completed painting in someone else’s house for an extended period?”

Upon hearing this, Bettany was rendered utterly speechless.

Even Bettany herself was somewhat perplexed. She had only shown the painting to Doris, and after Doris had damaged it, she had retrieved it.

In such a brief timeframe, how could Doris recall it and replicate it with such precision?

Even Bettany herself couldn’t achieve such a feat.

Furthermore, it had been such a long time that she had nearly forgotten the appearance of the original painting.

Crucially, Bettany was excessively timid. After being confined by Marcus for an

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spurn had been eleniti antly diminished, Paced with skepticieni and authority, she lacked the courage to offer

on

expectant faces around her. Afterward, she swinly averted her eyes and

a sigh of relief. A trace of satisfaction briefly flickered

minor reference, Who could accuse me of plagiarism now? Just as she was celebrating, a composed female voice suddenly interjected, “This artwork has been stolen. A dishonest individual should not proceed to

round.”

as plagiarism without a

leaving everyone in a state of

are you to claim that this painting is a plagiarism? Bettany

uneasy with Olivia’s apparent bullying of a student, joined in, expressing. “Ms. Taylor, despite your association with

instead. After so many years, their artistic foundation may be quite diminished. What authority do they have

position of Mrs. Liebsig’s disciple while not actively pursuing painting. They believed she

from going too far due to

that their words. suggested Olivia was speaking without

and gazed up with unease. “Olivia, I understand your intention to support me. I’m alright. You don’t. need to be

was genuinely afraid. She was deeply concerned that Olivia might face. widespread criticism

impartial manner, stating, “One–sided accounts

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artwork here would

artwork,” Olivia responded calmly. “It has already been destroyed.” “Burned?” Someone chuckled. “Ms. Taylor, are you here

rein in your disciple and prevent her from causing a disturbance here? This is the examination hall, and it impacts the future of the

but they seldom make an appearance.

extended her arms to shield Olivia and exclaimed vehemently, “Stop discussing Olivia. The fact remains that Doris’s painting did imitate my artwork. That is the truth. Are we going to let this wrongdoer go unpunished simply because my original painting was

claim it’s plagiarism, then it’s plagiarism. Do you possess any evidence? You initially said no, and now you’re altering your stance,” Winona remarked with folded arms. “How about this? Create a painting on the spot and let everyone gauge your skill level. If you outperform Doris, your statements will hold more weight.

do the