Selina suddenly understood.
Logan's words carried a clear implication.
—He also believed this competition wasn't entirely fair. Or rather, it wasn't fair for the contestants from Country M.
Perhaps the judges weren't doing it on purpose, but the reality was—when it came to Country M contestants, they were harsher. When it came to Country Y contestants, they were more lenient. Even if a Country Y perfume was bizarre, the judges would still find a way to explain it away.
For example: This is a famous perfumer from Country Y. It's his unique style!
Selina knew the situation wouldn't change overnight. She pulled herself from her thoughts and said calmly, "I understand. I'll be ready for the finals."
…
A week later.
The fifty finalists arrived at the perfume convention, each bringing their own work to be submitted to the jury.
