Chapter 1507: Chapter 1507: I Apologize to You on Her Behalf
Madam Powell hugged Quinn into her arms, gently stroking her head, and affectionately called out, "My dear granddaughter!"
Everyone looked at them, and in their hearts, they all understood that the most likely winner this time would still be Quinn, not only because she was talented, but also because she came from a prestigious family, making her the strongest competitor among them all.
"Quinn, howâs your health?" Jacob asked with some concern.
Quinn smiled and replied, "Iâm fine, brother. Donât worry about me. Besides, Iâve already prepared myself well. No matter what the test questions are this time, I can handle them!"
"Our Quinn is indeed outstanding, but that..." Madam Powell wanted to say something, but suddenly stopped and frowned with displeasure, "That person shouldnât be on the same stage with Quinn."
Quinn gently held Madam Powellâs hand, her voice soft yet somewhat helpless, "Grandma, please donât say such things about Xaviera..."
"Quinn! Youâre still defending her at this time!" Madam Powell couldnât hold back her anger as soon as Xaviera was mentioned, and snorted coldly, "I get angry whenever I think of her! Itâs really bad luck!"
Unfortunately, it was really quiet at the competition site at that time, so everyone heard her voice and looked over.
In fact, everyone knew full well who Madam Powell was referring to - the perfumer Cynthia, who was almost disqualified. But why was Madam Powell so infuriated about Cynthia seducing the judges? Was she afraid Cynthia would snatch Quinnâs championship?
Seeing the strange looks from everyone, Quinn pretended to be worried, "Grandma, I believe Xaviera wouldnât do such a thing, there must be some misunderstanding... "
"Miss Powell!" A voice from afar interrupted Quinnâs words. It was a staff member of the perfume competition, "Miss Powell, the competition is about to begin. Please return to your area as soon as possible!"
Quinn nodded, then looked pitifully at Madam Powell, "Grandma, please listen to me just this once, and donât blame Xaviera anymore."
After that, she looked at Jacob and Robert, her eyes slightly reddened, "Brother, Dad, I know... itâs my fault. Xaviera was misunderstood because of me. After the competition, I want to stand up for her, even if it risks my own future, I want to clear her name."
Madam Powellâs voice became sharp, "Quinn! Are you crazy?"
Quinnâs tears fell, she leaned into Madam Powellâs arms, sobbing softly, "Grandma, after all, sheâs Dadâs biological daughter! Dad finally found her, I donât want to make him sad. Plus, I donât think Xaviera would do such a thing, and I want to defend her even if everyone blames her... "
Jacob widened his eyes, feeling quite complicated. Quinn had been repeatedly challenged and harassed by Xaviera, but she was still willing to clear Xavieraâs name.
However, if Quinn stood up for someone accused of seducing judges after becoming the champion, would it affect her reputation?
At this moment, Linda Campbell and some friends were walking towards them, and one of the female contestants said disdainfully, "Does Cynthia even have the nerve to participate in the competition? She seduced the judges, how disgusting!"
Upon hearing those words, Quinn immediately turned around and said with a trembling voice, "I wonât allow you to talk about Xaviera like that. The matter of her seducing the judges hasnât been thoroughly investigated yet. Besides, she has already withdrawn from the competition, so stop insulting her."
By the end of her sentence, there was a hint of crying in Quinnâs voice, and she even bowed deeply towards everyone, "She may have done something wrong, but it doesnât mean she is like that. There might be something she couldnât help, and I apologize on her behalf. If you really want to scold someone, just scold me."
Linda immediately stepped forward to comfort her, "Quinn, this has nothing to do with you. She brought it on herself by doing such a shameful thing. Why do you need to stand up for her? Even if you give her everything, she wonât be grateful to you!"
Everyone knew about Quinnâs noble status and tried to comfort her too, "Thatâs right! Miss Powell, Cynthia is just a woman who made it this far by selling herself, while you succeeded by your talent and skills. Thereâs a world of difference between the two of you, so there is no need for you to feel wronged for such a person!"
"Itâs been so many days, and so many people have come to defend her, but she hasnât said a word herself. Miss Powell, your health is already not good, and youâre still going around explaining for such a woman. She is really heartless!"