The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

After work, the employees hopped onto the shuttle in groups, heading to a fancy buffet restaurant in Craneville that was well-known for its steep prices, averaging about $500 per person. Many had wanted to try it out, but the cost had deterred them until now.

The restaurant was entirely booked by Brittany for the evening. Other than a few VIP clients, everyone there was part of the YULI team.

Brittany sat at a table with Jared and the managers from the design and public relations departments.

"So, Ms. Lynette, the competition is heating up. What are your plans moving forward?" asked the PR manager, Yuri's pick, who was fully aligned with Brittany's vision.

"We'll be launching a new line." Brittany ordered a steak, cutting a piece and savoring it slowly, enjoying the rich flavor as it melted in her mouth.

"Sounds good."

Jared, having been reprimanded earlier, had lost his appetite.

Brittany pretended not to notice and continued eating until she excused herself to visit the restroom.

While Brittany was away, Elijah spotted her and swiftly approached. "Brittany."

her face. "Do we know

I'm Hugh. We were seniors and juniors back in college." Elijah smiled warmly. "I

any specifics. "I'm sorry, I seem

and Elijah asked, "Are

a company

and Brittany bid Elijah goodbye, returning

hearty meal, the employees dispersed, and Brittany headed home, receiving

tightly packed,

three days. Is

days it is.

Brittany agreed happily.

the design competition progressed, it gained momentum with a constant emergence of talented designers. On the final day, Brittany, the

a college student whose designs outshone many seasoned professionals. Her skills were raw, driven more by pure talent, making

of the event, Zinnia clinched the championship with a nearly

handed over the trophy, she experienced a moment of déjà vu, as if she once stood in the same