In Phoebe Ainsworth's view, the third participant had been brought in by Ethan Grant for the sole purpose of humiliating Shirley Thorne.
'Didn't you hear him hinting to everyone else?'
'Don't vote for Shirley Thorne.'
'What was there not to understand?'
Phoebe Ainsworth mulled it over and came to a conclusion. Even though Ethan hadn't let her win, it was just a temporary concession. Once Shirley Thorne was completely crushed, she would be able to take her place.
At this thought, she couldn't help but glance in Ethan Grant's direction. He was looking down at something, his brow deeply furrowed.
Shirley Thorne, on the other hand, was glaring at him with a look of indignation, apparently saying something.
Seeing the two of them bickering in front of so many people, Phoebe Ainsworth couldn't suppress a smug smile.
'After today's meeting, public opinion will surely shift. Then, my plan with Meredith Rowan...'
