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Thirteen

A few weeks had flown by since I started my new role as an outfit blogger. The city of L.A. had become my playground, and each day was an exhilarating new experience. My Instagram following had skyrocketed, and the buzz around my posts had been overwhelming. I was still pinching myself to make sure it was all real.

One morning, as I was getting ready for another shoot, I received an unexpected email from Emma. It was an invitation for a meeting with her and Jessica, my editor. The subject line read, "Exciting News and Next Steps." My heart raced with anticipation. I had no idea what they wanted to discuss, but I had a feeling it was something big.

The meeting was scheduled for the next day at the company's office. As soon as I walked into the building, I was greeted by Emma's warm smile. She ushered me into a conference room where Jessica was already waiting.

"Blair, it's so good to see you," Emma said, giving me a friendly hug. "Please, have a seat."

Jessica smiled at me and gestured to a chair. "Blair, thanks for coming in. We have some exciting updates to share."

I settled into the chair, feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement. "I'm all ears."

Emma took a deep breath and looked at me with a sparkle in her eye. "Blair, your growth on social media has been unprecedented. You've gained more followers in a few weeks than anyone we've ever worked with before. It's been incredible watching your success unfold."

I felt a flush of pride and disbelief. "Thank you! I'm so grateful for the opportunity. It's been an amazing experience."

Jessica nodded, her enthusiasm matching Emma's. "We've been reviewing your content and the response from your audience. It's clear that you have a unique talent for connecting with people and showcasing fashion in a way that resonates."

Emma leaned forward, her eyes shining with excitement. "We want to build on that success. We're proposing that you start a YouTube channel. The idea is to incorporate vlogging into your brand. We'd love to see behind-the-scenes footage of your photo shoots, fashion tips, and even personal content that gives your audience a glimpse into your life."

My heart skipped a beat. A YouTube channel? The thought of expanding my reach to a new platform was thrilling. "That sounds amazing! I'd love to do it."

Emma smiled widely. "That's great to hear!"

I knew that everyone at home were doing very well on YouTube so I knew that they could help. "My roommates back at home, they're all quite popular on YouTube, I know that if I started one they'd promote me and it would help skyrocket my channel,"

Emma perked up from interest, "Who are these roommates of yours?"

I gave her the list of names and she became over the moon. Apparently she was a fan of them and was so excited to hear that I was associated with them. She hadn't put two and two tighter when she saw me in their videos.

Emma nodded approvingly. "Perfect. We'll arrange for a meeting with them so you can discuss how they can assist with your channel. We're confident that with their support, your YouTube presence will grow rapidly."

Jessica chimed in, "We're also going to offer you a nice tip for all your hard work and as a bonus for taking on this new project. Your dedication hasn't gone unnoticed."

I felt a rush of gratitude. "Thank you so much. This opportunity means a lot to me. I can't wait to get started."

Emma reached across the table to shake my hand. "We're excited to see what you'll create. Your passion and creativity have been a huge asset to us, and we're thrilled to support you in this next step."

The meeting wrapped up with a flurry of excitement and plans. As I left the office, I couldn't stop smiling. The thought of starting a YouTube channel and working with my friends to make it a success was exhilarating. I felt a renewed sense of purpose and anticipation for the future.

When I got home, I shared the news with Colby, Devyn, Sam, and Corey. They were all thrilled and offered their full support. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and I felt even more confident about embarking on this new adventure.

That evening, we gathered around the kitchen table, brainstorming ideas for the channel. Devyn and Sam shared tips on content creation, while Corey and Colby discussed equipment and filming techniques. Their advice was invaluable, and I felt incredibly lucky to have such a supportive group of friends.

As we planned, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement bubbling up inside me. The future was bright, and with the help of my friends and the support of my amazing team at work, I was ready to take on this new challenge and see where it would lead.

The next chapter of my journey was about to begin, and I was ready to embrace it with open arms.