Changing the subject, Alexis picked up a file and sighed.
âBeing attractive is such a hassle! Women guard against me, men too!â
One day, Laura was immersed in her work at the studio, discussing details with her craftsmen for several high-value design orders.
Her assistant approached her discreetly.
âMr.
Evans and Miss Smith are here to try on the wedding dress.
â
Laura paused, momentarily caught off guard.
The days had flown by, and she had nearly forgotten about this appointment.
Regaining her composure, she instructed, âAsk them to wait in the reception room, and prepare two cups of coffee.
Iâll be there shortly.
â
Her assistant promptly headed off to carry out the instructions.
Laura took a moment to finish up her tasks at hand and gather her emotions before heading to the reception room.
She knew a meeting like this was inevitable, and she prepared herself for the encounter.
Upon entering, she saw the wedding dress already displayed on a hanger.
Vanessa and Edwin were seated together, resembling a picture of a newlywed couple.
Vanessaâs smile broadened as Laura walked in.
âLaura, youâre here! Iâve just seen the dress, and itâs stunning!â
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Laura responded with a restrained smile, âMiss Smith, Iâm glad you appreciate the design.
â
Vanessa, leaning into Edwin, playfully chided, âLaura, youâre being too formal! Edwin mentioned youâre like brother and sister, so thatâll make me your sister-in-law.
You should just call me Vanessa!â
Laura found herself unable to comply with such familiarity.
It wasnât just about formality.
It was a matter of emotional strength, which she felt she lacked in Vanessaâs assertive presence.
Finally, gathering her composure, Laura responded to Vanessaâs earlier comment.
âThatâs very generous of Mr.
Evans.
However, we must acknowledge that people differ in status and worth.
Not everyone can reach the heights that Mr.
Evans has.
â
Vanessa, unrelenting, asked directly, âAnd do you think I am worthy of him?â
Laura, maintaining her professional demeanor, replied, âA match made in heaven.
â
She then shifted the conversation back to business.