He Cheated I Rose: Making Him Regret Everything (Chloe and Arthur) novel Chapter 168

168 The Missing Security Tape

After Linda left her previous job, she found herself doubting her own abilities, wrestling with insecurities that crept in like shadows. Thankfully, Lonny saw her true potential and offered her a position as head designer at Tranquil Vision. Buoyed by this renewed confidence, Linda poured her heart into creating the “Solar Series”—a collection of twenty-four stunning gowns, each designed to honor a unique expression of beauty.

No one could have predicted the storm that would follow when Chloe, the newly appointed design director, allegedly stole Linda’s exquisite creations.

Whispers spread quickly that Chloe had exploited her role to make things easier for herself. After all, as the director, she had unfettered access to all the designs and drafts.

The online scandal gained momentum rapidly. Adding fuel to the fire was the eerie mystery surrounding Chloe—no verified portfolio, no clear images, nothing concrete to substantiate her background. This veil of secrecy only made the rumors more convincing. After all, where there’s smoke, there’s usually fire.

“Mr. Voss, customers who pre-ordered from the Four Seasons collection are already demanding refunds online,” Darin reported quietly from the lounge, his voice low but urgent. “Some are accusing us of selling copied designs. They’re threatening to sue Ms. Lewis and are seeking compensation from the company.”

Landon had barely settled into his chair when this fresh crisis landed squarely on his desk.

“Tell the PR team to approve all refund requests immediately,” Landon ordered, his tone icy and resolute. “If they want to sue, let them. Cosmos Group has enough legal firepower to handle any challenge. Inform the head of legal that their budget has been increased—now it’s time to deliver results.”

Darin nodded and moved quickly to make the calls.

Turning to Chloe, who sat calmly on the sofa as if unaffected, Landon remarked, “It seems Linda holds a deep grudge against you.”

Chloe shrugged lightly, her expression unreadable. “Whether she holds a grudge or not isn’t my concern. What I want to know is when exactly she managed to get her hands on my design drafts.”

At that moment, the lounge door swung open abruptly. Diana stood in the doorway, breathless and tense. The instant she spotted Chloe, she blurted out, “Chloe, I think Linda must have glanced at your drafts when I wasn’t watching—maybe even took pictures.”

“Explain. Now,” Landon’s voice cut through the room sharply.

Diana hurriedly recounted the events. After becoming Chloe’s assistant, she had stayed by her side constantly. Before the designs were finalized, only she had regular access to them. She was certain she never left the drafts unattended—except for one brief moment.

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