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Chapter 86

Linda sat across from Colton, her expression poised and confident, though there was an eager light in her

eyes.

She had dressed carefully for this meeting, wearing a tailored ivory blouse and a skirt that subtly showcased her own design aesthetic–sophisticated, yet modern.

She knew this was her chance to impress him, to gain his recognition, and she wasn’t about to waste it.

“I’ve always admired your work, Mr. Colton,” Linda began smoothly, her voice laced with admiration. “Your influence on contemporary fashion is undeniable. I’ve been following your collections since I started my own brand, and I must say, your vision is unparalleled.”

Colton listened, his face unreadable.

He appreciated talent, but he also valued sincerity and depth.

Compliments were expected, but they rarely impressed him.

“That’s flattering,” he said, setting down his wine glass.

“But admiration doesn’t equate to understanding. Fashion isn’t just about designing beautiful pieces; it’s about interpreting the world through fabric, anticipating movement, understanding culture.”

Linda nodded, determined not to let his detached demeanor shake her.

“I understand that completely,” she insisted, reaching into her bag and pulling out a sleek portfolio.

She laid it open on the table, revealing sketches and photographs of her latest designs.

of vintage silhouettes with

at the designs, his keen

good–polished, well–constructed, and commercially

portfolio gently and met her gaze. “You have talent, Linda. No doubt

first

lack sensitivity,” Colton explained. “Your designs show skill,

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you’re creating to impress rather than to express. That’s the difference between a designer

her mind

her work, but lately, she had been balancing multiple things–her relationship, launching her brand, networking.

we can have this conversation again.” He placed

walked out, leaving

chest, but she quickly brushed it aside.

critique of her

that she had been prioritizing the wrong things. She

take it too hard,” he said calmly. “Colton is… selective.

a wry smile. Thanks,

nothing.” Arnold said, “I’ve known Colton for a while, he’s very picky and has very strict standards for accepting students …..”

suddenly

puzzled, “What’s

shook

just

Nora had once come close to becoming a student of Colton’s, only for her to voluntarily pass up the opportunity, choosing to focus on her family, but that probably

one time.