The Road to Rebirth Her Fresh Start and His Late Sorrow by Helena R. Bates

Chapter 46

Nancy didn't let the mood dip and chuckled, "Alright, let's get me up to speed with work first. Winnie, come in with me and fill me in on the year's happenings."

Winnie nodded emphatically. "Sure, it's perfect timing. A huge networking event is coming up in

Ardenweald. Let's go to the office and discuss the details."

It was indeed the best time for Nancy to return. She might have been a bit nervous initially, but with the boss herself stepping in, there was no issue!

As Nancy and Winnie walked away, Orlando stood motionless, his lips slightly pursed, his eyes concealing a depth that was hard to read.

The door closed with a bang.

"Boss, here's the financial report for the year, along with documents from our collaborations with various shows." Winnie placed the files on Nancy's desk and continued to report on upcoming collaborations. Toward the end, Winnie's expression turned sour, "Lena, you being away from the studio for a year gave Susan an edge. She's been our underdog, and now, she's snatched several big deals from us, even the Whispering Show."

squinted thoughtfully. Susan, one of her rivals in Ardenweald these past years, was average in design but a master

Event in seven days! If we can clinch the top spot, we

It was located in the

the economic lifelines of Ardenweald, dominating collaborations in various

Nancy's eyes, visibly excited

could skyrocket your studio from top-tier to elite!" Winnie's face was serious. "I never supported your marriage. Anyone who expects you to give up your talent for a domestic life clearly doesn't appreciate your career. Lena, it's

about reclaiming her rightful place. Yes, it was time to reach for

her voice was resolute, "You're right.

Lena I know!" Winnie beamed and added, "I'll leave

and

walked over to

of documents, among them an unfinished design. Looking at the half-drawn rose crown, she read the note attached. "Life has its moments, and I

"Nancy, if you

forgetting sincerity would change in the blink of an eye. But one must