The Princess and the Paupers

Chapter 222

“Until they’re willing to fork it over.”

“That guy ain’t exactly hurting for cash, Julian added, “Word is he’s a top–tier member at QY…”

“We gotta get it by sundown.”

“Roger that.” Julian knew that whatever the boss wanted, he’d get it. Even though QY claimed the guy had some serious clout, and not someone you’d want to cross…

But then again, was there anyone you’d dare to cross when his boss?

“Oh, by the way, boss. There’s a national fashion design competition, and they’re hoping to have you as a judge.”

Though the Collins family business wasn’t exactly fashion–oriented, Hans Collins was a big shot. He also made a splash in the fashion industry last year with his exceptional design talent. A shirt he designed back in his younger days was quite the sensation.

But ever since he took over the company, he’s been all business all the time, frequently out of the country and barely even home.

The organizers needed some big names on the judging panel, and landing Hans Collins would surely turn heads for this national competition.

Hans wasn’t keen on wasting his time on such a competition. This trip back home was mostly to see his sister. He’d be up to his

I’ll turn

launching tomorrow, 23 of them are identical to our competitor’s new releases! Worst part is, they launched theirs today! They’re flying off the shelves on live–streaming platforms and online stores! I did

turned stone cold.

of their new designs be identical to their competitor’s?

dirty tricks

what’s going on yet!” Dean was as jumpy as a cat on a hot tin roof, “Because all 23 identical designs were done by Designer Molly. Mr. Oscar just

to her?”

so upset she

design department, where she heard

you crying for? Don’t act like I’m framing

I had someone buy 23 of them! Take a good look,

threw all 23 designs at

was dumbstruck, staring at the designs in disbelief,

no clue what was

must have copied our competitor’s