SWNOVELS Chapter 39
After hanging up the phone, Brittany went through every detail of that competition from three years ago. Her design, which she put a lot of effort into, ended up being Loraine's new product launch. It was clear as day, her design was swapped.
Loraine was already a big shot, so the organizers disqualified Brittany without conducting an investigation. When she asked the organizers to look into it, Robert slapped her and accused her of plagiarism! Her own dad didn't believe in her innocence, let alone everyone else!
Public opinion put her in a tight spot. She was left with no one to turn to, no one cared about the truth, and she became a punching bag for everyone.
After graduating, she couldn't find a job. Robert sent her to the Dustin Group, becoming Patrina's shadow writer.
Brittany rubbed her temples and after a while, she turned on her computer and contacted a private detective.
"Please help me with an investigation of the jewelry design competition from three years ago."
The news of the marriage alliance between the Dustin family and the Boulton family caused quite a stir.
Wesley wore a look of amusement, "I heard the Dustins also invited you?"
Brittany just finished signing the lease, and her hand paused, "Yes."
"Hey, I heard that they have always been cold towards you, and Finn is your ex, this gathering might get a bit messy."
"So, Mr. Tueley, what are you getting at?"
"How about you bring a plus one?"
Wesley knew William had a thing for Brittany, but he didn't know that Brittany was already married, and he was trying to play matchmaker behind the scenes. "Thanks for the suggestion, but I don't think it's necessary."
No matter who she brought, it was going to be a circus!
Wesley seemed a bit helpless, "Alright then."
Brittany left Tueley Corporation. Her reputation was ruined. Even after posting job ads for days, no one was sending in their resumes.
Brittany had already anticipated this outcome and wasn't disappointed.
The night before the engagement party, Robert found her, "After this engagement party, divorce your husband, and I will arrange a marriage alliance for you."
Robert still had no idea who Brittany's husband was. How could he have accepted the failure of a marriage that was supposed to be a sure bet? But Johnny had disappeared recently, so he had to turn to the next target.
As long as he had Brittany's pretty face, he could get all sorts of benefits.
"No." Brittany refused, "I have cut off ties with the Dustin family."
Was Robert suggesting this because he already had the next target for a marriage alliance?
"Brittany, don't forget, I am your father!" Robert threatened Brittany using his identity, "Think about your mother's last words, and remember, she is still buried in the Dustin family cemetery, if you don't behave, I will be rude!"
Brittany slammed her cup in disappointment, "What do you want to do?"
"Mr. Dustin, don't forget, today's Dustin family is thanks to me, my mom, and the convenience given to you by the Russell family!"
If Robert hadn't married Julie back then, how could he have climbed to where he was now?
The achievements of the Dustin family today had a lot to do with Julie.
Robert was hit where it hurt, and he slapped Brittany, "Brittany, I am your dad!"
Robert thought, "Brittany is really ungrateful!"
Brittany's face was slapped askew; this was not the first time she was hit, as Robert had hit her many times since Julie died. She raised her hand to cover her swollen cheek, feeling the heat and pain where she was hit.
She had no feelings left for Robert. The last bit of affection disappeared when she was kicked out of the Dustin family.
"Mr. Dustin, this is my place, get out!"
Brittany, with teary eyes, pushed Robert.
Robert sneered, "I know you got kicked out of VelvetGlow Jewellery, and now you're out of options. As long as you obey, I'm willing to let you back into the Dustin family."
Without Brittany, the sales of the Dustin family's recent products had not increased. He had no choice but to compromise.
"No way."
Brittany shook her head. She could never go back to the Dustin family.
Robert had many ways to deal with Brittany, "In that case, I'll just have to move your mom's tombstone."
Robert meant to use Julie to threaten her!
Brittany thought Robert was insane, "You've lost it, my mom gave up so much for you. You cheated during the marriage and now you're not even sparing her grave?"