Chapter 776 Why She Needed To Leave
Hera didn’t say another word—she simply nodded, her head bobbing quickly, eyes brimming with tears.
Liz sighed, the sound heavy with resignation. "Then go..."
Her voice was soft, but there was a clear note of disappointment. Liz looked down, defeated. She had pinned so many hopes on this competition—on Hera. Her own future and interests were tied up in this too, so she couldn’t pretend it didn’t affect her.
But looking at Hera now, panicked and desperate, Liz knew she couldn’t hold her back. As a friend, she had to let her go.
Still, the weight of it stung. She had believed in Hera, worked alongside her, planned everything down to the smallest detail. Now, with Hera leaving, all of it hung in uncertainty.
And Hera knew it too. Seeing Liz like this made her heart twist. She was dragging Liz into this mess, leaving her to deal with the consequences alone. Everything they had prepared could fall apart without her—and if it did, all their effort might go to waste.
Hera’s participation in the competition wasn’t just about showcasing her talent—it was deeply tied to both her and Liz’s future in the jewelry design industry.
Their plan was to use this opportunity as a springboard: Hera could either launch her own workshop or partner with Liz in a collaborative venture, expanding the reach of Liz’s family business while establishing her own name in the field. It was meant to be a win-win.
With Liz’s support, Hera would gain a stable foundation in the industry, while Hera’s growing fame would bring visibility and prestige to their brand. But beyond career aspirations, this competition also held greater significance for Hera.
If she could prove her capabilities, she’d solidify her standing—not just as a designer, but as the rightful heir to the Avery consortium. In doing so, she could silence those who might question her worth and deter the vultures and wolves circling her family’s legacy.
By establishing her strength now, she wouldn’t just protect her future—she could also buy precious time and safeguard her grandfather from the power struggles looming on the horizon.