Maggie had returned and now was a bridal gown designer.
Was she aiming to rekindle something with Sanford?
âSo, Maggie, youâve changed paths.
Youâre probably just hanging on to Kaliyahâs coattails, trying to get by, right?â Millie said, trying to demean her.
But the receptionist quickly corrected, âActually, she has made quite a name for herself in the bridal
fashion scene.
She recently won Best Designer at a bridal show.
Nowadays, thereâs quite a waitlist for her designs.
â
Millieâs expression shifted upon hearing this, especially when she saw Maggieâs composed face.
Sanford watched Maggie, noting her poised and serene demeanor, reminiscent of a peaceful chrysanthemum, soothing even the most agitated spirits.
Maggie, enduring Millieâs jabs, glanced at Millieâs hand on Sanfordâs arm, then compressed her lips and turned her focus to the receptionist.
âAre these two here for wedding dress consultations?â
âYes,â answered the receptionist.
âUnderstood.
â
With that, Maggie turned to Rosalynn and mentioned, âRosalynn, I need to get back to work.
â
Rosalynn stepped back to give her space, nodding silently.
As Maggie prepared to walk away, Sanfordâs eyes sharpened.
âMs.
Shearâs employment under Kaliyah implies sheâs quite talented.
Iâd like her to create the gown for my bride-to-be.
â
He was asking her to design Millieâs wedding dress!
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Maggie clenched her hands and managed, âI apologize, but my schedule is full with current commissions.
I wonât be able to take on your request right now.
â
âThatâs fine.
Weâre not in a rush.
We can wait until youâre available,â Sanford responded with a calm voice.
Maggie felt a chill, turning back to glance at him.
His expression was steady, showing no sign of emotion.
He seemed just like any client discussing a service, mentioning what he needed.
But why did he want her to design Millieâs dress? Was he unaware of the pain it would cause her to craft a dress for his future wife, watching them celebrate together?
The room was filled with silence.
Maggie and Sanford exchanged glances without uttering a word.
In the midst of this, Millie couldnât hold back.
âMaggie, why the hesitation? Youâre not yet a household name, and already youâre putting on airs?â
After a brief pause, Maggie replied, âIâm considering my schedule, which is packed for the next six months.
â
âThatâs no issue,â Sanford interjected without delay.