Only then did Natalie notice several others standing beside Estella.

She greeted them with a beaming smile, “Hello, and welcome to my studio.”

They returned Natalie’s warm welcome.

Estella grinned, “Aside from paying you a visit, my friends also wish to commission you to design a few garments for them.

Might you have the time?”

Natalie was taken aback by Estella’s unexpected visit and the generous offer.

She was deeply touched.

“Thank you, Estella.”

“Oh, there’s no need for thanks.”

Estella brushed off the gratitude with a wave of her hand.

“Shall we head inside?”

Natalie eagerly ushered everyone into the reception area and instructed Lexi to prepare coffee.

Once all was in order, Natalie inquired with anticipation, “What kind of designs are you looking for?”

One of Estella’s companions chimed in, “Truth be told, we initially placed this order with W Marks Studio.

However, upon learning you’d established your own studio, we’d like you to take over the project.”

Natalie’s surprise was evident.

“An order from W Marks? Is that…appropriate?” Estella nodded, her smile reassuring.

because you were the designer there. Now that you’re an independent designer, we have no reason to remain

your designs we sought from the start. W Marks Studio hasn’t commenced our order

I cannot accept

room was

could fathom why

she softly explained, “I have faith in the designers at W Marks Studio. They possess the skill and creativity to craft designs that will undoubtedly please you. While I appreciate your kind gesture to switch

woman, instantly understood

would have been

only tarnish the reputation of the designers of W Marks Studio but also strain the relationship between Natalie and W

right,” Estella conceded, a contrite

seek other opportunities to bring you business

others, too, regained

were impressed by Natalie’s integrity and candor, assuring her that they would undoubtedly seek her design expertise in the

shifted from design to more casual

their chat, Natalie inquired about the status of

smile was quickly replaced by

even mention Sean to

a workaholic! He never has any

on one person:

waving her fists

while squeezing every last drop of time and energy

quiet in the room

“Ahem…”

cough

that Estella

the harsh words she had

“Actually…”

managed an awkward smile and attempted to curry favor with

I mean, Mr. Larson—is the finest boss in

“It’s too late now.”

deep, charming voice

“Are you criticizing me?”

a considerable distance

Larson, fancy seeing you here today. Oh, I was merely jesting… I’m here to introduce some potential clients

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