Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

"Kale, don't put yourself down like that. If you were useless, what would that say about my judgment? I trust my eye for talent, and you've got your strengths."

If that weren't the case, Josefina wouldn't have brought him onboard the moment he graduated.

Kale's eyes gradually lit up with a hint of a smile.

"Go get 'em, tiger," Josefina said with a chuckle.

Kale's spirits lifted considerably, and he set off to tackle the day's work.

Before long, there was a knock at the door, and Alex poked his head in. "Ms. Josefina, did you need me?"

Josefina unfolded the details of an upcoming competition. "I'm thinking of taking you with me."

Alex was gobsmacked, a mix of shock and delight washing over him. He had known about the event and yearned to go, but confidence eluded him. His previous designs had flaws, which Josefina had skillfully pointed out. Any success in selling his creations owed a lot to Josefina's guidance.

"Ms. Josefina, are you seriously considering taking me? Aren't you worried I'll botch it up and not snag first place?"

you there not to be number one, but to participate, to broaden

you can achieve every time. What matters is taking part and gaining experience that's truly

practically wanted to bow in gratitude. "Ms. Josefina,

make it clear that her decisions were for the company's well-being, not

of a boss." Alex said, jabbing the air with his finger, barely containing his excitement. "Ms. Josefina, how about my sister and I take you out for dinner tonight? You've helped us

plans

it in for another time." He left,

up and sidled over, her eyes narrow with suspicion, "Alex, what's with the grin?

Alex replied with a gleeful smile, "Holly, just thrilled to be working here.

unimpressed. "Alex, you're a

speaking from the heart. Don't you think Ms. Josefina is capable

value to the company, not to mention our pay raises. She's a true good boss." Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh

out her phone and shot off a message. [Josefina hasn't announced who she's taking to the competition yet, but judging by that smug grin on Alex, it's a sure bet he's the chosen

make sure you go along. Once it's done, I guarantee you'll be the star

into a grin, [Deal. I'm

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