Her Hidden Crowns (Suzanne and Austin) novel Chapter 365

Before Tanya could finish speaking, Seline delivered a vicious slap across her face.

She clutched her cheek, staring at Seline in disbelief. Choking back tears, she asked, "Ms. Yates, why did you hit me?"

Seline's face was twisted with rage, her cold eyes glaring at Tanya as she spoke. "Why didn't you tell me that they needed high-quality gemstones for the Elite Contest?"

It was all this bitch's fault for not reminding her, causing her to humiliate herself in front of so many people that day.

Seline seethed with anger, her body trembling. She had never been so embarrassed in her life.

Tanya was stunned. Wiping away the tears in her eyes, she explained, "I thought you knew. You asked me if Suzanne's design required high-quality emeralds, and I said yes."

She had simply stated the facts, and she got slapped for that?

Seline's mood swings were terrifying. The more Tanya interacted with her, the scarier she found her. But for the sake of a better position in the future, she had no choice but to endure it.

Seline's expression stiffened. That was indeed the conversation they had, but she had assumed that the others would just use ordinary gemstones. After all, only Suzanne's design was in contention for first prize.

For the others, average gemstones would have sufficed. They could even settle for silver or bronze. But now, they were telling her that everyone had to use top-tier gemstones.

A bunch of useless idiots! Even with the best gemstone, they wouldn't win gold. Yet they dared to criticize her?

Seline's expression darkened, and an ominous air filled the office. This side of her was chilling.

Her voice was sharp and venomous like a viper's hiss. "Get out."

Tanya didn't stay a second longer. Who knew if another slap was coming her way? She turned around, her eyes now icy, and left the office without looking back.