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?"

of calm as she replied, "I'm sending you

place isn't for everyone, nor is it something you can achieve every time. What matters is taking part and gaining

was struck dumb, then, overcome with emotion, he practically wanted to bow in gratitude. "Ms. Josefina,

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 so much and given me

got plans tonight,

Josefina, we'll pencil it in

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

just thrilled to be working here. Stick with Ms.

unimpressed. "Alex, you're

a moment before returning full force. "Holly, I'm just speaking from the heart. Don't you think Ms. Josefina is capable and decisive?"

our pay raises. She's a true good boss." Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh

stall, she whipped 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

sure you go along. Once it's done, I

face broke into a grin,

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