Married First, Loved Later : A Flash Marriage with My Ex's 'Uncle' novel Chapter 195

Chapter 195: Selina Came Prepared

"Did I plagiarize or not? Mrs. Bryant should know best, shouldn’t she?"

A heavy silence fell over the phone.

Katie’s expression stiffened. "Selina, you child... why won’t you just admit it? Tomorrow’s banquet—"

"I’ll be there, don’t worry," Selina interrupted. She paused for a moment before continuing, "Tomorrow, the plagiarist will definitely apologize."

With that, she hung up the phone.

At the Clark Family estate, Katie’s hands trembled so much that she nearly dropped her phone. Selina’s words echoed in her mind—Tomorrow, the plagiarist will definitely apologize.

Why did she suddenly have a bad feeling? But no, that was impossible. The evidence was solid. How could Selina possibly turn things around?

No, no, I must be overthinking this.

"Selina’s words... what did she mean? What does she mean that you know whether she plagiarized or not?" James frowned, suspicion creeping into his tone.

Katie’s heart nearly leaped into her throat. "James, Selina is just making excuses! How would I know why she plagiarized? Do you not trust me? Or worse, are you doubting Angelica?"

James’ frown deepened. The plagiarism scandal had caused immense damage to Clark Group. Thinking about it carefully... even if Selina had wanted to plagiarize, she wouldn’t have done it so blatantly...

"James, are you seriously suspecting Angelica?"

Katie’s eyes welled up with tears. "My poor Angelica... Even though she isn’t your biological daughter, she’s done nothing but devote herself to Clark Group. She even reached out to Damien for help! How can you doubt her?"

Hearing Damien’s name, James immediately felt reassured.

"Nonsense! How could I ever doubt Angelica? After this plagiarism scandal is dealt with, I’ll send Selina abroad. Out of sight, out of mind."

At Sapphire Valley Villa, Selina calmly put away her phone.

"Gavin, you asked me how I planned to handle this, right?"

Gavin looked at her intently.

Selina’s lips curved into a faint smirk. "Of course... I’ll solve it in the way the Clark Family cares about most."

Plagiarism? An A-list actor?

Then she would make sure James saw the real plagiarist for who they were.

And let him witness firsthand who Damien Brown was truly willing to support.

8 PM the next evening.

At Clark Group’s gala, Angelica was dressed in an exquisite gown, radiating elegance like the perfect socialite.

Whispers filled the room:

"So Mr. Clark has really decided to let Angelica inherit Clark Group? But she’s just a stepdaughter..."

"Well, his own daughter committed plagiarism. And Angelica, despite being a stepdaughter, secured a partnership with Damien Brown. Her jewelry designs are a massive hit. If I were Mr. Clark, I’d choose Angelica too."

"Wait, Angelica actually got Damien to come? No wonder she’s a goddess! Not only does she have Mr. Reid supporting her, but now even an A-list actor is backing her..."

Not far away, James was beaming with pride as he approached Angelica. "Angelica, the board has agreed to hand Clark Group over to you. I’ll make the announcement shortly."

Angelica smiled gracefully. "That’s all thanks to your guidance, Uncle Clark."

People continuously came forward to flatter her:

"So this is Miss Angelica? Mr. Clark, you’re truly lucky to have such a capable successor."

"Miss Angelica, I have a film script—would you be interested?"

"Miss Angelica, I’d love to offer you an endorsement deal..."

"Mr. Clark, I genuinely want to collaborate with Clark Group, and not for any other reason—just because of Miss Angelica’s outstanding talent in design. Please give me a chance!"

James was basking in the praise, feeling lighter than air. "Angelica, you really are extraordinary!"

Angelica maintained her gentle and humble demeanor. "This is simply my duty. Uncle Clark, rest assured, I will lead Clark Group through this crisis. However, regarding the plagiarism scandal..."

James’ expression darkened as he suddenly remembered something.

"Right... Where is Selina?!"

Tonight, she was supposed to publicly admit her wrongdoing and apologize.

She wouldn’t dare back out, would she?

Angelica’s eyes flickered with thought before she sighed, "Uncle Clark, I can understand Selina. If she doesn’t want to, then let it go. If the collaboration with Mr. Brown doesn’t work out this time, there’s always another chance..."

James’ expression changed instantly. "No! That won’t do!"

Damien wasn’t just an award-winning actor—he was also the head of the Brown Family. Collaborating with the Browns was an opportunity James had never even dared to dream of.

Who could guarantee there would be a next time?

If Selina didn’t admit to plagiarism, Damien wouldn’t proceed with the partnership. That meant...

"I’ll send someone to bring her here. She’ll come whether she wants to or not!"

A satisfied smile finally appeared on Angelica’s face. "Uncle Clark, once Mr. Brown arrives, I’ll introduce you to him personally."

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