"So how does a 'real wife' suppose to behave huh? Tell me Mr. I know everything!" I screamed and he started walking towards me.
"Start learning woman," he said and before I got a chance to interpret what he said, he pulled me toward him and kissed m...
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Every pair of eyes was on me.
Sweat started to form in my palms and I dried them on my skirt by smoothing it, then I cleared my throat to calm down my nerves. I was always bad at this, even at school.
You can do this, Emma. You will make it.
I kept repeating myself these words as I put down my things and grabbed the remote of the projector, ready to start.
"Good morning ladies and gentlemen. First of all, I would like to apologize for my tardiness and to thank you for choosing Smith's Design as your next partnership. I am Emily Smith, cringe, and a head of designer in this company. The Smith's project started 10 years ago with the aim of being the largest cloth producing company. And I must say it was a success because as of now, the sales have increased by 60% in the last 5 years. Moreover, the company's exports......."
I continued convincing them on how choosing us will be the best decision to make. Then, I amazed them with my creations.
To be honest, I was not sure that what I did would make a great impression but after seeing their fascinated faces, I was sure my time didn't go to waste.
After I was done, Leon came next and emphasized on the benefits of working with us, adding other details to make them believe it.
The overall presentation took about two hours and the last thing remaining was for them to give us feedback.
That is when I got to see each and make out their expressions. However, I didn't recognize one face among them. Last night, Leon showed me their faces and names to save the introductory part because after all, I was supposed to know them. In all the faces he showed me, this one was new to me.
The embarrassment came when he caught me watching him. I looked down to hide my blushing.
The supposed new partners whispered among each other before they gave their answer. Me, I was shifting uncomfortably in my seat trying to hide the nervousness. Leon, on the other hand, was calm. He went through this almost his existence.
In the corner of my eye, I saw the mysterious man and Leon exchange a curt nod. Does he know him?
Before I could torture my brain with my unending questions, one man I recognized as Mr. Nicholas, stood up.
"Before I give the answer to your proposal, I would like to thank Mrs Smith for such innovative creations. I must confess that in all the companies we visited, I haven't seen something amazing and unique designs. Therefore, after discussing with my colleagues here, we accept your proposal."
I wanted to jump up and hug him. But of course, I had to behave. So I just smiled to show my gratitude.
"Told you, you would make it." Leon whispered in my ear in the midst of congratulations that were being passed on.
