Chapter 279: Chapter 279: Straightforward
However, James Landon’s critique seemed like a challenge to Hilary Quin.
She spoke up, "I read online about Mr. Landon’s harsh tongue, and now it seems the rumors were true..."
Her suggestive commentary was clearly provocative.
However, this was easily washed away by the fans with her straightforward persona.
James Landon kept his composure as he retorted, "I thought Ms. Quin knew about my sharp tongue."
After all, the first time people accused James Landon of being uncouth was because of his rejection of Hilary Quin.
"Not just anyone can sing the songs I write."
Hilary Quin’s face dropped as she sought a way out, "Mr. Landon is as straightforward as ever."
James Landon didn’t back down, "Personally, I believe being upfront is Ms. Quin’s trademark."
Whenever there’s news about Hilary Quin’s diva behavior or anti-fan rumors, fans and the company would always use traits like "outspoken", "carefree", or "direct" as headlines to defend her.
The clash between them definitely escalated the tension.
Hilary Quin forced a smile, her tone hardened, "Mr. Landon can certainly joke around."
James Landon looked away, "I thought this was my first time meeting Ms. Quin. We don’t seem this intimate."
The atmosphere was tense.
In the end, Jackie Qualls eased the tension with his interruption.
"Next is a critical part, each coach has 50,000 votes. These votes could determine if any of the trainees here will make it to the main stage. Please think carefully."
Five coaches, each with 50,000 votes.
Even though this seemed like a big number, compared to Hannah’s high number of votes, it’s insignificant.
It won’t make a difference.
Tiffany Lynch had a hunch that she wouldn’t surpass Hannah Winter, but she clung onto hope.
She had contacted George River in advance.
George had promised her that she would be the first.
She would be.
Tiffany Lynch clenched her fists, looking over at Hannah Winter.
Hannah returned the glance with a smile.
Tiffany Lynch sneered, her smile perfectly filling her face, her voice low, "Hannah Winter, don’t celebrate too early, you won’t beat me."
"Oh, is that so?"
Compared to Tiffany’s caution, Hannah appeared more relaxed.
She glanced at her visibly agitated opponent, her voice filled with undisguised malice and amusement, especially gentle, "Losing to me isn’t shameful."
Tiffany Lynch was furious, avoiding Hannah’s gaze.
Hannah simply laughed it off, and beamed at the camera.
— If Hannah Winter doesn’t win this time, it would be an injustice!
— With such a huge gap in the votes, even if all the coaches and trainees vote for Tiffany Lynch it might not be enough, right?
The first among the five coaches to cast their 50,000 votes was Reese Shaw.
Without a doubt, his votes went to Tiffany Lynch.
James Landon followed suit, voting for Hannah.
Violet Lee initially planned to vote for another trainee who performed well but was overlooked, but she found it hard to refuse Reese Shaw’s choice.
Reluctantly, her votes went to Tiffany Lynch.
Naturally, Hilary Quin also voted for Tiffany Lynch. After all, Tiffany Lynch was the one she had promised to look after, she would vote for her no matter how poor the performance.
"Thank you, Ms. Quin." Tiffany Lynch bowed, a perfect smile on her face, her voice soft.
