Where I belong.

Part 13- the big news

I was talking to Linda when Mrs. Smith walked in.
"Gwendolyn. Phone for you."
I stood up and took it.

"Hello."
"Miss Palmer, it's Victoria from Smith Towers. We would just like to know if you are available tomorrow midday for an interview."
"Yes, yes of course ma'am!"
"Great! You know where to find us. Have a good day. See you at 12 tomorrow."

She hung up.

Mrs.Smith looked at me. "Mhm. Going to mingle with the big fish, are we?"
"No ma'am." I walked passed her with my head down.

"What was that all about?" Linda asked.
"Remember that advertisement for Smith Towers?"
"Aha. Oh my gosh!"
"They have scheduled me for an interview tomorrow at 12!!!"  We both screamed!
"I totally cannot wait, friend. What are you going to wear?"
"I don't know. Probably will have to go to town to look for a nice but affordable second hand dress."
"Why don't you ask Mrs. Smith?"
"Are you insane? She wouldn't dare."
"Try her. She can be real nice if she wants."
"What if she's in a bad mood?"
"What if she isn't? Now go." said Linda.

I walked to Mrs. Smith's office. I felt my heart sitting at my throat as I knocked on her door.
"Come in." she said coldly.

I opened the door and walked in. I dare not sit down before she tells me to.

"Sit." she said.
"What can I do for you?" she continued.
"Well,uhm...Ma'am with all due respect, I would never do this but I have no other options."
"Speak, child."
"Could you please give me an advance on my salary? I have a job interview tomorrow and I couldn't be able to afford anything fancy."
Her eyes softened "Dear. I know you want to look nice and fancy for Smith Towers but will you maintain that standard for the rest of your job? I'm not saying be untidy for your interview. I'm just saying if you prefer pigtails and braces then stick to that but add some confidence. Just be yourself. They won't look at how expensive your dress is. BAlright?"
"Yeah. Thank you."
"Now go out there and kick butt tomorrow."

Maybe Linda was right. This woman was nice in her own way. Quite understanding if you ask me.
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When Bandz came to pick me up, I told him all about my day.

"Baby, we should go look for a dress!" He said.
"No,we couldn't afford to. Not with the van breaking down and all. I can make something."
"Gwen. This is big for you. Please let me do it."
"I have a better idea. How about...If I get the job then you can buy me a dress?"
He contemplated "mhmm, doesn't sound too bad. I know you will get the job anyway!"
"Haha we shall see!"