Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 242:

“This can’t possibly be plagiarism. Our designers are renowned for their creativity and professionalism,” the director said quickly, his tone laced with urgency.

Khloe’s face remained stern as she unfolded the design draft for everyone to see. “I’ve come across this pattern in the work of an obscure designer overseas. It’s almost identical. Mr. Smith has zero tolerance for plagiarism. If he sees this, we’ll lose the opportunity for this order.”

Millie’s expression darkened as well. She turned to the design team, her voice firm with authority. “What’s going on here? Who is responsible for this design?”

The designers exchanged anxious looks, none willing to speak up. After a tense silence, a young designer stepped forward hesitantly. “Ms. Glyn, I designed this pattern. I might have accidentally made it too similar while searching for inspiration.”

Khloe fixed the designer with a sharp gaze and said, “Plagiarism is the ultimate sin in design. This piece is too derivative, and that’s unacceptable. You’re suspended.”

The young designer blinked in shock before his frustration bubbled over. “You’re not even part of this company! Who are you to suspend me? It’s easy for you to talk. Why don’t you design something yourself? Let’s see if you can do better!”

Khloe’s eyes narrowed just a touch, a sneer curling her lips as she met the designer’s angry gaze. “Alright then, since you doubt me, I’ll show you what real design looks like.”

Khloe grabbed a pen and began making changes to the design draft. Her confidence was evident, as though the pen in her hand were a magic wand. The original mermaid pattern slowly morphed into a captivating, mysterious siren design. The siren’s long hair cascaded like seaweed, her gaze both enticing and dangerous, and the entire design radiated a distinctive, irresistible charm.

Then, with daring flair, Khloe reimagined the dress design, infusing it with Baroque influences—luxurious yet graceful. The hemline expanded into layers of ruffles, cascading like rolling waves. The bodice was sculpted to enhance the curves, and she introduced removable sections, making the elaborate dress both stunning and functional.

In no time, the revised design took shape—a bold, innovative, and cutting-edge dress that practically leapt off the page. Beautiful yet undeniably unique, it exuded a style all its own.noveldrama

The room went quiet as all eyes turned to the design Khloe had just crafted.

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The design director’s eyes grew wide, his jaw dropping and staying open for a long moment. “Is this still fashion design? This is practically a work of art!”

“This is genius! The siren motif is enigmatic and enchanting, and the opulence of the Baroque style is absolutely mesmerizing. This is the kind of design that could make waves in the fashion world—a true masterpiece,” a senior designer said, eyes wide with excitement.

The designer who had opposed Khloe was instantly overshadowed by the new design, unable to speak, and left the office silently, clearly defeated.

Millie, however, voiced her concerns. “I’ll admit the design is stunning, but it’s more suited for the runway. It’s too niche! Many customers might not be on board with it, and since this is our first collaboration with Mr. Smith, this design feels too out there.”

Khloe set her pen down and responded calmly, “I understand Mr. Smith. He’s a daring and forward-thinking individual. Since he chose a vintage and avant-garde theme, your design should be as distinctive as possible. Also, this aligns with the fashion trends among the youth in his country, who crave boldness, innovation, and individuality.”

Everyone paused to consider her words.

The design director was the first to respond, “You raise a valid point, but we’re still concerned about market acceptance. We can’t only consider Mr. Smith’s preferences; we must also account for the broader consumer base. While the youth there may seek bold innovation, can such a design truly appeal to the masses? Shouldn’t we preserve the unique aspects while adjusting to more mainstream aesthetics?”

Khloe furrowed her brow slightly, her gaze unwavering. “Fashion is about setting trends, not chasing them. If we always prioritize mass appeal, we’ll never create anything truly groundbreaking. Perhaps you’ve forgotten that your company gained recognition for blending museum collection patterns with fashion. Mr. Smith chose to work with you because of your innovation. Ms. Glyn, don’t lose sight of why you began this journey!”

The realization hit Millie like a lightning bolt, snapping her out of her thoughts.

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