Chapter 11

The next morning, Hazel and her son sat down for breakfast before they prepared for their respective duties, Hazel for work and Liam son for school. After safely seeing her son off on the school bus, she made her way to bus park. Her grace and elegance were undeniable as she strolled confidently in stilettos, clutching her handbag with poise. Her hair was neatly tied in a ponytail, a hairstyle that accentuated her striking facial features.

“Taxi,” she called, summoning a taxi with grace. Once inside, she calmly instructed the driver, “Starlight,” the vehicle smoothly navigated through the city streets, stopping at a high–rise building at the heart of the city where she gracefully alighted.

At the office, Hazel was greeted with warm pleasantries from her coworkers as she walked in. “Good morning Miss Rashford,” they chimed in unison, to which she replied with a warm smile, “Good morning.”

Hazel was in high spirits that morning, fueled by her love for her children, her passion for her job, and the imminent surgery that would help her daughter, Daisy. She admired the company’s tasteful and bright design, feeling a deep sense of fulfillment in this place she worked.

She waited for the elevator and joined her coworkers on the journey to her work floor, quietly humming a song. Polite exchanges of greetings filled the elevator as they rode up, and when the Director joined them, Hazel’s positive energy was infectious. “Good morning boss,” her colleagues greeted him, to which he replied, “I’ll join you guys in this. The executive elevator broke down.”

Hazel continued to hum while tapping her feet lightly.

The Director couldn’t help but comment, “The things kids would do to you.” Confused, Hazel asked, “Hmm. What?”

The Director chuckled, “You didn’t even realize it, but you were humming the PJ Masks theme song.”

often found

as well,” Hazel teased. The Director playfully surrendered, “Hey, I’ve got five kids. And those songs are

princess doing?” one colleague asked,

be able to get her surgery soon!”

kid–friendly company with a designated space for children, and Hazel often brought her

Hazel stepped out, bidding her coworkers, “Well, have a nice day,” before

greeted her with enthusiasm, exclaiming. Good morning boss!” and couldn’t contain her excitement. “We got it!” she squealed,

company, Starlight, was rapidly expanding, and

significant role in its growth. While Hazel had initially worked at her family’s cafe, observed Chloe’s passion for design and creativity. A year after giving birth, Hazel joined Starlight, a fast–growing design company. “Believe it, hun, you made it all possible,” Chloe

their celebration reached its

call from headquarters, leaving Hazel in a momentary state of euphoria over the freshly secured contract. The prospect of new opportunities and creative challenges had initially painted a bright picture in

the team that had produced the winning designs for this contract. Her dedication and creative prowess had been integral in clinching the deal. She had poured her heart and soul into the project, but now, with the reality of the project’s demands looming, she felt emotionally drained. The realization that her daughter’s well–being could be compromised due to

for a leave or resign if it wasn’t granted. Even

a sigh, anticipating Hazel’s concerns. “You know what this means, right? The project is significant and hectic. We’ll likely

come up with an excuse for the higher–ups,”

we’ll have to relocate to the Los Angeles branch and collaborate directly with the company that recently acquired J.T.” Hazel was taken aback.

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