Holding the letter, Ste felt a wave of sadness wash over her.


    Memories of her simple, joyful times with Devyn at Prosperity Group filled her mind.


    If things had been different, she and Devyn might not have ended up here.


    “Hello!”


    The sound of a clear voice snapped her out of her reverie.


    She turned to see a young girl in a purple dress at the door.


    The girl appeared slightly embarrassed yet offered a smile as she said, “Hello.


    I’m here to interview for the assistant position.


    ”


    She was slender, her eyes bright and weing, radiating friendliness and ease.


    Ste felt an instant connection with her.


    She tucked away the letter and dress, and then invited the girl inside.


    “Come on in.Property ? of N?velDrama.Org.


    ”


    The girl entered confidently yet respectfully.


    She greeted Ste with a bow.


    “Hello, my name is Doreen Cooper.


    I’ve just graduated from Seamarsh University with a major in fashion design.


    I’m here to interview for the designer assistant position.


    Here are some of my design sketches for you to review.


    ”


    She presented her design drawings to Ste with both hands.


    Ste examined them, her eyes widening slightly in surprise.


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    The sketches clearly showed the hallmarks of a recent graduate.


    Though somewhat simplistic, they effectively incorporated current trends and showcased the designer’s original ideas.


    Ste was quite taken with her.


    She asked a few routine questions, and Doreen’s responses were satisfactory.


    She smiled at Doreen and announced, “Congrattions! You’re hired.


    ”


    “Seriously?”


    Doreen’s eyes widened, her hand flying to cover her mouth in disbelief.


    She was practically ready to leap out of her chair.


    Ste grinned and gave a confirming nod.


    Doreen, trying to contain her excitement, shot a shy nce at Ste.


    “I never thought I’d make the cut so fast.


    I figured I’d be waiting around for news!”


    Ste’s smile remained warm.


    “Your design skills are top-notch, even fresh out of school.


    Plus, with my weddinging up, the studio’s short-staffed.


    So, if you join us, be ready to hit the ground running.


    Can you handle that?”


    “Absolutely! Bring it on!” Doreen nodded vigorously, stealing nces at Ste with each nod.


    Under Doreen’s admiring gaze, Ste felt a tad uneasy.


    She absentmindedly touched her face, asking, “What’s with the stare?”