She's one of the esteemed judges for the competition.”

The elevator grew silent, the gravity of Janet's revelation weighing heavily. The National Design Competition typically boasted judges who were well into their careers, having clinched major awards both nationally and internationally. How could someone as young as Lilah possibly fit the bill?

Adaline, her face a canvas of shock, managed to find words. "You... a judge? What gives you that right?"

Lilah, exuding calm, responded, "Perhaps the fact that my designs outshine yours?"

Adaline's fury was palpable as she watched Lilah exit the elevator with grace.

When the panel of judges for the competition was unveiled, the Internet was abuzz.

ALL the while, as they ridiculed Lilah, she had silently ascended to the position of a competition judge. Her critics were Left red-faced, their words backfiring on them.

"I've always said it. How could anyone overlook Lilah's undeniable talent? Some people really shouldn't speak without thinking.”

"It's obvious that someone was trying to sway public opinion against her. There's no comparing Lilah's designs to Adaline's.”

“But even with superior designs, does that warrant a judge's position for Lilah? Comparing her achievements to the other judges, does she even have notable accolades?"

“Lilah's credentials just don't seem to measure up. What's the logic behind the National Design Competition's selection?"

The online chatter turned into a full-blown uproar.

It was tough for many to accept that Lilah had the chops for the job.

She seemed so young, after all.

A bunch of designers in the competition voiced their grievances to the folks running the event.

Then the competition organizing committee dropped a bombshell of a statement.

"Check out Lilah's track record and accolades!"

As it turned out, Lilah was the chief designer of Aurora Jewelers' in Mirello. She'd nabbed a headquarters gone international, title, and came back with a trophy. The awards on her shelf? Mind-blowing.

She'd scooped up top honors in a place that was a factory for design whizzes. Her top-tier designs were the cherry on top. It made the naysayers eat their words.

"Wow, I missed the mark on this one. Lilah's in a league of her own!

Some of the pros out there couldn't touch her achievements."

“She's got a new fan in me. What a combo of brains and beauty!"

“I just have to say it loud and clear, ‘You rock, Lilah!'"

And of course, in the sea of compliments, the comparisons began. The favorite? Lilah versus Adaline.