Isabella bowed deeply in the direction Rosemary had left, feeling somewhat guilty as she picked up the microphone, "I apologize, Queen Abby. I was ignorant and offended you. Your revision was indeed good. My failing to give it a nine was my own fault."
Rosemary returned to her seat, her bright eyes on Isabella. Her voice carried through the microphone to everyone's ears, "On this stage, the judges don't look at your nationality or your connections. They look at your work. You'll score high if you design something that catches the eye."
She sat in the judge's seat, holding herself to professional standards, refusing to let personal vendettas affect her judgment.
Rosemary continued, "Just focus on the competition. There are still two rounds to go. Everything's still up for grabs."
Rosemary's magnanimity left the audience amazed, and they burst into applause. She didn't use this opportunity to disqualify Isabella, nor did she show any sign of anger.