Seraphine shook her head. "There are plenty of talented designers in the world.Her reasoning sobered Valerie instantly. "Alright, I'll head to Northcrest City and look into it.""Be careful," Seraphine reminded her.Once Valerie left, Seraphine slumped back over her desk, drained.Clifford returned to his own office next door. As soon as he stepped inside, he called Owen."Mr. Johansen, everything you instructed has been arranged," Owen reported. "Valerie hasn't decided whether to sign."Clifford let out a cold laugh. "With the state Seraphine is in now, she'll want to prove herself. A deal this big, she won't turn it down. She's cautious, so she'll definitely investigate the company. Be ready on your end.""Yes, Mr. Johansen. Everything is well-prepared."Clifford hung up and tossed his phone onto the couch. Irritation clawed at him, almost suffocating.He stood at the window, letting the sunlight fall across his face, the smile in his eyes turning to ice. "Sera, I'll be w
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