Love's Bitter Edge (Eva and Leonard)

Chapter 512 An Outstanding Designer

The photos were mostly taken as we were leaving the bar. The angles were peculiar, with some making it seem like Zack was holding me. In one of the photos, it even looked like we were kissing. I scanned the room. Mr. Finnley avoided eye contact while Mackenzie's initial shock quickly gave way to a mocking smirk. The representatives from Gray Realty, however, looked unimpressed. "Is this what your company prepared for us? Ms. Surrey's romantic escapades?" one of them asked coldly.

Laughter erupted across the room, and all eyes turned to me.

Astrid looked visibly anxious, unsure of what to do. Meanwhile, Annie quietly slipped out while no one was paying attention.

I closed the slideshow and opened the design software without missing a beat. "Apologies. It seems someone thought this would make for a funny prank. But don't worry, it won't disrupt our meeting."

I couldn't afford to waste time. Gray Realty's visit was clearly a surprise inspection to evaluate potential partners. I needed to act fast.

I began sketching directly in the software. "Since this visit was unannounced, I'll walk you through the design concept and key details based on what we've prepared so far," I said confidently.

started outlining my ideas, taking into account the terrain and surrounding environment. Strangely, ever since my surgery, my mind felt sharper. Even though I had only reviewed this project twice, I could recall the

the start. While sketching, I highlighted key points in my design, observing the representatives' growing admiration.

wrapping up my presentation, Annie slipped back in and handed me a USB drive. "Here's your USB. You'll probably need

and gentlemen, I'd also like to

carried a backup of important files on this USB, which doubled as a keychain. I hadn't expected

Mr. Finnley's and Mackenzie's

further

on the big screen. had a good idea of who had tried to sabotage me, but I didn't dwell on it. Instead,

and carried on.

Gray Realty's lead representative led the applause. "Rinatta, your design is

quickly chimed in with his usual polite demeanor, "Rinatta is one of our top designers. If your company collaborates with us, you'll

clenched fists