"Alright, let's compete. I accept your challenge on behalf of Grand Cathay." The main judge proclaimed indignantly, "If you lose, you'll never be allowed to set foot in Grand Cathay again. You must also release a statement across the world to apologize for stealing Grand Cathay's culture."
"Deal." After saying that, Gabriela gave Gloria a meaningful glance and left.
To avoid affecting the relationship between Sapan and Grand Cathay, the organizer had to deploy security guards to escort Gabriela all the way back. Even so, many people of Windspire City still followed her and cursed at the back.
It was something worth celebrating that the title of embroidery champion didn't fall into Sapan's hands, but because of Gabriela's challenge, everyone was wearing a forced smile.
It was especially so for Gloria, who had to give a passionate speech on stage and assure everyone that she would defeat Sapan and uphold Grand Cathay's dignity. But deep down, she knew just how anxious she was.
After the award ceremony, Gloria immediately looked for Helen, "Ms. Spencer, please help me."
If it hadn't been for Helen reminding her to use the Fluff Stitch Technique, she would have probably lost the competition and become a disgrace to Windspire City and even Grand Cathay.
As the only descendant of the Hathaway family, she had to preserve the inheritance of Grand Cathay's embroidery and must not let Sapan steal the culture.
Helen had expected this moment when she made her move earlier, so she said calmly, "Don't worry. This concerns the honor and dignity of Grand Cathay, so I won't stand aside and do nothing. After I'm done with my business, I will hire a mentor for you so that you can have a fair match against Gabriela."
"I will definitely work hard." Gloria, with the love for her country, wasn't afraid of the challenges ahead.
Helen nodded, expressing her confidence in Gloria.
Chandler put his arm around her shoulder and teased, "Mrs. Newton, can you not speak like an elder? It makes me feel like we are already in our advanced age."
"It's not that much of a stretch." Helen laughed, finally finding some fun in the dull trip to the mine.
They both chatted and joked, returning in the opposite direction of the student group. Just as they passed by each other, the group of students began to make a scene.
One of the students took off his safety helmet and threw it onto the coal track, leaving the group. "I want to study nuclear fusion, particle explosions, and gamma rays, not digging the dirt. I don't understand why we have to come here and get covered in coal dust."
"Rowan, follow the organization's instructions and stop acting up," the instructor in the lead reprimanded sternly.
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