FULL NOVELXO Chapter 436-440
436 Chapter 436: I hope you don’t fail to appreciate kindness
As expected, Caleb Mamet paused for a moment and then casually said, “After giving it some thought for the past couple of days, I don’t think Yvonne is suitable for our company. After all, you rejected me a few years ago, and you refused to sign the document that day too. I might as well forget it. I won’t accept a designer who has rejected me twice.”
Xaviera Evans’s face stiffened, and she was petrified.
She almost couldn’t catch her breath and questioned, “Not signing? Caleb…Caleb Mamet, think about it carefully!”
If they don’t sign the contract, how could she deal with that woman Zara Woods?
From the moment Xaviera knew that Zara was going to mass–produce her works, she had planned everything, but now everything was disrupted by Caleb’s words, and her mind became a mess.
She looked at Caleb incredulously: “You… you think about it again! I’m Yvonne! You know? The best jewelry designer in the world! Caleb, do you know that? Why are you rejecting me?”
Caleb glanced at her indifferently: “Mrs. Mamet, this is the first time I’ve ever met someone who can praise themselves to the high heavens without blushing or missing a beat. I’ve learned something
new.”
Xaviera didn’t think there was anything wrong with it at first, but now that Caleb had mentioned it, her face turned red immediately.
After a moment of silence, she said confidently, “What’s wrong with me praising myself? I’m just stating the facts! I’m awesome! There are people lining up from here to Paris just to sign a contract with me. I agreed to sign with the Mamet Corporation because you are my husband! I hope you don’t take it for granted!”
Caleb sneered, “Huh, well, thank you, but the Mamet Corporation isn’t interested.”
Xaviera: “?”
Where is my knife! Don’t hold me back! I want to kill this dog–man!
She was about to vomit blood from anger because of Caleb. She resisted the urge to lash out and smiled lightly, “Caleb, can you tell me why you suddenly don’t want to sign a contract with me?”
Looking at Xaviera’s forbearing appearance, Caleb’s l*ps curled slightly, “Not appropriate.”
Xaviera: “..”
What the hell! It’s the same as saying nothing! This bastard is just messing with her!
Her gentle expression disappeared abruptly, replaced by a ferocious one, her eyes filled with rage, “Caleb, close your eyes. I have a gift for you.”
Caleb looked up, puzzled. He had rejected Xaviera, yet she still wanted to give him a gift. What did she have in mind?
He tried to listen to Xaviera’s inner thoughts, but her mind was calm, with no sound at all Expectant, Caleb couldn’t help but wonder if it would be a k*ss?
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Caleb hesitated for a moment, then closed his eyes expectantly.
Shortly after, Xaviera exclaimed angrily, “Caleb, open your eyes.”
Next moment…
Caleb clearly saw an international ‘friendly‘ gesture in front of him–Xaviera’s slender middle finger boldly presented.
Xaviera gritted her teeth and said, “You rejected me, and you expect me to give you a gift? Dream on! I give you the middle finger! How about that! Do you like it?”
Caleb: “.”
Before he could speak, Xaviera stormed out in a huff. He couldn’t help but chuckle, “Mrs. Mamet.”
Xaviera felt that there must be something wrong with this man. He wouldn’t agree when it was time to negotiate, but when she gave him the middle finger, he could still laugh!
Was he plotting his revenge against her?
Thinking about it, Xaviera suddenly felt chills on her back. This damn man might have come up some sneaky trick to deal with her!
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But she’d already shown him the finger, and she didn’t regret it! At that moment, she felt incredibly satisfied and longed to let out a triumphant howl.
Hearing her thoughts, Caleb couldn’t help but laugh, “Mrs. Mamet, it’s not that I don’t want to sign a contract with you. It’s just that the Mamet Corporation isn’t worthy of Yvonne. Yvonne deserves to be a free spirit, unbound by any company or rules.”
Upon hearing his words, Xaviera paused and snorted haughtily.
-‘As if I need you to tell me! Of course, I know how great I am! Don’t think I’ll forgive you just by saying a few sweet words!”
-‘At least you should have praised me more! With just a few words like that, I won’t easily turn back!
-‘But if you don’t sign a contract with me, how can I ask the Mamet Corporation to claim compensation from Zara Woods for me? She violated my copyright, and if the Mamet Corporation were involved, Zara Woods would definitely have to pay a hefty sum this time!”
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437 Chapter 437: A Great Profit from a Single Investment
Xaviera Evans was calculating in her heart that if she signed with the Mamet Corporation, Zara Woods would be infringing on both her and Mamet Corporation’s interests. She would have to pay double, or even more, in compensation. This would definitely teach Zara a deep lesson. T
However, Caleb, that annoying man, refused to sign the contract, and Xaviera’s plan was completely disrupted.
Xaviera furrowed her brow, flames of anger forming in her heart. No matter what Caleb said, she didn’t want to forgive him. So she secretly decided that no matter what Caleb said, she would not cooperate with the Mamet Corporation this time!
Then Caleb’s voice slowly came from behind her: “Mrs. Mamet, I’m telling the truth, your identity shouldn’t be tied to any company. You’ll be more free and not limited.”
“We don’t have to sign a contract to cooperate. As the president of the Mamet Corporation, I decide to buy your designer drafts ‘Dream Back‘ created three years ago. In this way, you don’t have to sign with the Mamet Corporation, and you can achieve the desired effect.”
Xaviera was suddenly dumbstruck.
Dream Back?
That’s the manuscript that Zara stole!
If the Mamet Corporation buys Dream Back and Zara sells the plagiarized works in bulk, the Mamet Corporation can then make a claim, causing Zara to pay a huge price.
Just as Xaviera was about to turn around, she heard Caleb’s voice leisurely say, “However… it seems. that Mrs. Mamet has decided not to cooperate with the Mamet Corporation, so I won’t insist.”
Xaviera was about to speak, but her words got stuck in her throat,
Is there any man worse than Caleb in this world?
Xaviera, who had just sworn in her heart not to agree to anything Caleb said, suddenly hesitated.
She thought about it for a long time, slowly turned around, and coyly came to Caleb, “Ah- Caleb.”
Caleb’s face softened.
A moment ago, the angry Mrs. Mamet suddenly became shy and flashed a pleasing smile.
“Caleb! You’re so smart! By buying my designer drafts, you can achieve the same effect. Your image in my heart has risen even further. Caleb! I love you so much!”
Caleb hooked the corner of his l*ps, “So, does Mrs. Mamet agree?”
Xaviera nodded like a pecking chicken: “Of course! I’ve always wanted to cooperate with you; I was just Joking earlier. I’m very happy that my husband is willing to work with ine!”
“I’m a girl after all, and I have to be a little reserved! Now that you’ve invited me, of course, I agree. I’ll sell you the Dream Back‘ designer drafts at a low price; is 3 million dollars okay? You’ll soon receive i large sum of compensation, and it’s absolutely a profitable deal!”
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“Caleb, you’re wise and brave! Handsome, rich, shrewd, and capable! I really have been wanting to cooperate with
you for a long time! This is the best opportunity, and I’ll even sell the designs to you at a low price. It’s such a great deal; you need to hurry up and agree!”
If the news spread that the Mamet Corporation bought Yvonne’s designer drafts for 3 million dollars, countless jewelry companies would probably trample down Yvonne’s doorstep with money.
The smile on Caleb’s face grew, “Since Mrs. Mamet is so sincere, I’ll agree.”
Xaviera jumped with excitement but forgot one thing. “Did you print the contract? Let’s sign it now and not waste any more time!”
Caleb waved his hand casually, and Steve Price brought over a contract.
Xaviera signed her name without hesitation, but instead of Yvonne, she signed Xaviera Evans.
Getting the eagerly awaited contract, Xaviera hurriedly urged, “Quickly have Steve Price post a tweet from the Mamet Corporation’s account, saying that the company has bought Yvonne’s designer drafts.”
First, tell everyone about this, then wait for Zara to sell the works in bulk, and finally present the evidence, making Zara pay a huge sum of money!
Caleb nodded and gave a few instructions according to Xaviera’s wishes. Then he looked at Xaviera with interest and slowly said. “Mrs. Mamet.”
“Huh?”
He slightly lowered his gaze and said nonchalantly, “Read more books and learn how to praise people properly. Don’t use what you’ve learned from TV dramas in real life; it’s embarrassing”
Xaviera’s smile gradually disappeared: “?”
Read more books? Was he saying she was uneducated?
This damn man! So annoying!
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Overnight, the internet exploded. 1
On one hand, Yvonne and the Mamet Corporation cleared their grievances and embarked on their first collaboration. The Mamet Corporation bought Yvonne’s design ‘Dream Back‘ from three years ago, making it the company’s top jewelry piece for the next quarter.
On the other hand, although Zara Woods did not win the championship, her work with Yvonne’s disciple Jason would soon be produced and sold as the main product of Bright Day.
As for the last thing…
Xaviera Evans was woken up by a noisy ringtone in the early morning.
Xenia Jaak’s worried voice came through the phone: “What’s going on? You’re still in the mood to sleep! Jason… and Zara Woods are going to sue you!”
Xaviera was still groggy, her mind in chaos.
Xenia gritted her teeth angrily: “Jason said your championship–winning piece in the competition was plagiarized from his previous design, and he wants to sue you! How can he have such confidence! If he could have designed such a perfect piece, he wouldn’t have lost the competition!”
Xaviera’s eyes gradually cleared up.
Things had become interesting. She hasn’t even dealt with Zara and Jason yet, and they were trying to bite back first?
Xaviera logged into her account and saw a bunch of messages in her inbox.
She clicked on Jason’s Twitter, and her brow furrowed involuntarily.
There were two photos on his Twitter – one was a design sketch provided by Jason, the other was the jewelry designed by Xaviera in the competition. Both photos had many similarities regarding their design concept and color theme.
Jason’s design sketch was published in the International Design Record magazine, and it was published three years ago.
Jason added a caption to the picture-
[At first, I wasn’t satisfied with this design. But the person in charge of the International Design Record approached me, hoping that I could publish a design sketch. So I handed in my recently completed design. Probably because the magazine wasn’t well–known, many people hadn’t seen it, giving Miss Evans an opportunity.]
cipated
[But coincidentally, I participated in the competition as well. The moment I saw that piece, I felt it was familiar. After going back and thinking about it, I decided to reveal the truth. I hope the organizers can take away Miss Evans‘ trophy because her work was plagiarized, and she doesn’t” deserve to be the champion!]
Xenia worriedly asked: “Xaviera, just because he has a sketch, he claims that you plagiarized. Who knows if he published that three years ago!”
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“Yes. Xaviera answered calmly. Tve checked. The person in charge of the frenational Design Record did accept his sketch three years ag
Xenia asked anxiously: “So what…”
“But this design sketch was drawn by me four years ago
Xaviera said with a meaningful smile “Although I haven’t published in anpwhere I can prove that the design sketch is mine.”
In the design industry, plagiarism is considered heinous having one’s creative work solen feels like
having one’s soul snatched away. So when a famous designer like Jason accused her of plagiarism, she would have a hard time turning the situation around if she couldn’t prove her innocence.
But she was Yvonne after all!
Jason was only sabotaging his own career!
Soon after, the person in charge of the International Jewelry Design Competition called Tavera to inquire about her work.
Xaviera didn’t give a clear explanation but asked calmly. “So. Mr. Jason is appealing to have my trophy taken back? Moreover, he’s holding a press conference tomorrow, inviting well–known designers to attend, protesting against plagiarism, and asking me to explain the source of my work?
“Yes, that’s right,” said the person in charge.
Without hesitation, Xaviera answered, “I will attend”
After hanging up the phone, Xaviera logged into her Black Tide account on her computer.
Although her designs were not all published, her computer contained all the related records, as well as traces of her use.
Some things couldn’t be faked. Even after four years, she could still find evidence.
The next day.
At the press conference, Zara Woods and Jason sat in front of the stage, their faces full of grief and
anger.
“I’ve been in the design industry for so many years, and this is the first time I’ve seen such a brazen designer. I’m already here, and she dares to plagiarize my work. Does she think I don’t remember a piece from three years ago?”
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“When I saw the work, I felt like I’ve seen it before. Why is Xaviera Evans‘ work so similar to my design draft? It took me a moment to realize how could a rookie finish a design draft in such a short time and make it so perfect!”
“There’s no other explanation but plagiarism!”
Jason, full of rage in front of everyone’s cameras, said, “I invited many well–known designers in the industry to verify that Xaviera Evans‘ design is more than 90% similar to my design draft. This constitutes plagiarism!”
“Moreover, I also invited Miss Evans to the scene. I hope she can give me an explanation as to why her work is so similar to my design draft!”
“But the press conference is already halfway done, and Miss Evans still hasn’t shown up. It seems she has admitted to her plagiarism!”
Jason’s eyes were filled with contempt, “Since Miss Evans isn’t coming, then…”
“I have arrived, haven’t I?”
Before Jason could finish, a cold female voice floated in.
Xaviera wore a gemstone blue velvet gown, exposing her fair shoulders and collarbones. Her curly hair fell on her shoulders, and her red l*ps were bright. She looked like a fairy who had just stepped out of a painting.
“Wow! Her taste is superb! How have I never seen this dress before? Where did she buy it?”
“Pfft! What’s so good about it? It must be some small brand. We wouldn’t be unaware if a big brand released new products.”
“No way, can a small brand have such an amazing design? It must be a new work by some big ⠀⠀⠀ designer!”
“Discussing this is pointless. Today, we are here to resist plagiarism. Whether she looks good or not is Irrelevant to us; plagiarists should be kicked out of the design world!”
Zara Woods looked coldly at Xaviera and pretended to be troubled as she approached, “Xaviera, don’t blame me. I tried to persuade Mr. Jason to give you a chance and not to make this a big deal, but he believes his work has been desecrated, so…”
Jason Impatiently interrupted, “You finally came! I thought you wouldn’t dare show up! You plagiarized my design draft, what do you have to say for yourself now?”
Zara lowered her head, revealing a sinister smile.
She had really thought Xaviera had extraordinary design talents, but it turned out to be copied from magazine. Now that it had been discovered, she wanted to see how Xaviera could defend herself!
Xavlern was ftally st* pid. Knowing that Jason was participating in the competition, she copied his design draft published a few years ago in a magazine. Wasn’t she just asking for trouble?
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Reporters eagerly asked questions, “Miss Woods, if Miss Evans didn’t plagiarize, you would
undoubtedly be the champion. What do you have to say about this?”
“Mr. Jason, I heard you’re already prepared to sue Xaviera Evans?”
Jason didn’t answer, but Zara responded gently, “Although Xaviera and I have a good relationship, zero tolerance for plagiarism is a basic moral requirement for a designer. We also need to protect the atmosphere in the design world!”
“Some people take other people’s things and claim it as their own, tarnishing the atmosphere in the design world. If we tolerate plagiarism, then who will protect the rights of the original authors?”
Zara Woods‘ voice was full of regret, “Xaviera, the champion title does not belong to you!”
Xaviera sneered in her heart. Zara must be rejoicing right now, thinking that she would never be able to recover from this.
Zara Woods, an internationally renowned designer, was quite famous. Therefore, the number of netizens in the live broadcast room continued to increase. Most of them criticized plagiarism and felt sorry for Zara Woods.
Zara hooked the corner of her mouth. From now on, Xaviera Evans would never be able to stand on the award stage of the design competition.
She would make Xaviera understand what happened when she went against her!
So this was the capability of Caleb Mamet’s wife. She could only participate in the competition by relying on plagiarism. No wonder she had been so confident before, she was nothing but trash.
Jason spoke coldly, “Zara is right! I’m not only here to seek justice for myself today, but also to demand an explanation for all plagiarized designers! Xaviera Evans! You’re so arrogant that you dare to plagiarize my work in a competition with me. Do you have any shame? It’s because of designers like
you that the atmosphere of the design world gets ruined!”
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440 Chapter 440: Who Plagiarized Whom?
The reporter immediately rushed to Xaviera Evans, pointing the microphone at her.
“Miss Evans, do you admit that your work is plagiarized from Mr. Jason’s?”
“Do you think that not many people know about that magazine, so you chose that design draft, thinking that no one would find out, right?”
“Do you regret winning first place with someone else’s plagiarized work? Will you continue to work in the design industry?”
The reporters‘ sharp questions followed one after another, not waiting for Xaviera to answer, countless fans on the scene scolded her.
“The design world doesn’t need a designer like her! Get out of here!”
“Xaviera Evans is not worthy of the championship!”
Zara Woods listened to the curses around her with a smug expression on her face.
This time, Xaviera would definitely be ruined!
Amidst the curses of the crowd, Xaviera slowly raised her eyes and casually took a microphone, saying indifferently: “The first creator is the original, and the later creator is the plagiarist, right?”
Jason snorted coldly, “Yes!”
His design draft was published three years ago. Although he never made a finished product, the existence of the design draft was the most powerful evidence.
“Xaviera, the fact is there, stop quibbling! You should hurry up and apologize to Mr. Jason, he is a generous person and won’t bother with you!” Jake Lindsey spoke.
Zara also chimed in, “Xaviera, it’s not good for you to make a big fuss about it. If not for yourself, think
about… him!”
Him? Caleb Mamet? Xaviera couldn’t help but laugh.
She looked up at the design draft on the big screen from three years ago, and the crowd followed her gaze to the screen.
Suddenly, the screen went black, then a video appeared.
Just now everyone heard, and Mr. Jason also agreed that the first creator is the original. So please watch this video.”
Xaviera’s words had just fallen, and the video began to play.
The picture showed a draft, with someone drawing and modifying it on a computer, with smooth and detailed movements.
Although the video was fast–forwarded, it was still clear that this was the design process of the design draft and it was done by a highly skilled designer.
What shocked people even more was that the time displayed above was four years ago!
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The crowd’s eyes widened instantly.
Because, at this moment, they found out that this design draft was almost identical to Jason’s!
Xaviera was inspired by a palace drama she had watched back then, and based on the unwavering love between the male and female leads in the play, she created the design draft, which coincided with the theme of the competition, so she used this draft to compete.
However, she was busy taking orders later and never perfected this design draft, keeping it on her computer for so long without redesigning it. During this time, she only showed it to two people.
She didn’t understand why this design draft appeared in Jason’s hands, but she was sure that he plagiarized her design draft because all the details were exactly the same, even the flaws he hadn’t changed.
After the video ended, two design drafts appeared clearly on the big screen. Although one could tell they were not drawn by the same person, they were basically the same.
Those who had just cursed Xaviera were silent, and the reporters couldn’t help but be stunned.
“This design draft is… just like Jason’s?”
“Four years ago? Does that mean Jason plagiarized someone else’s work?”
“Actually, if you look closely, it’s not difficult to find that the design draft from four years ago has the same style as the one Xaviera used in the competition. The smooth lines and details completely overlap, indicating that they were done by the same person.”
“Ah! So that means Xaviera drew this design draft four years ago! Xaviera didn’t plagiarize because that design draft was originally hers, but she didn’t release it; she chose to showcase it in the competition.”
Everyone suddenly realized, “Jason kept saying he was against plagiarism, but he was the one who plagiarized and used public opinion to attack the original creator! This way, no one would know he was the plagiarist!”
The course of events suddenly changed, and those who had cursed Xaviera before began to curse Jason. His face turned pale instantly.
“No, it can’t be! It’s not true!”