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Designer vs. Designer

Author: Oma
last update publish date: 2025-12-28 13:20:56

HANNAH’S POV:

Before I could speak, Celeste snapped back, “At least our designer doesn’t need to bribe tabloids to get coverage!”

That set off a chorus of ooohs from the assistants in the room.

One of the rival girls shot forward, her stilettos clicking dangerously. “Say that again.”

Celeste raised her chin, unfazed. “You heard me.”

The two of them were nearly chest-to-chest before I stepped in.

“Enough.” My voice dropped, firm and cold. “This is not a playground. You are not children. You are
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