The formal dinner started. On behalf of the organizers, Rhett gave the introductory speech. The foreign clientele responded favorably to his succinct and impactful message. A small, icy smirk played at the corner of his mouth as he spoke, his eyes darting momentarily to Eleanor. Eleanor saw nothing. Her gaze, full of admiration and infatuation, was concentrated on the man in charge of the stage. Rhett was a man deserving of standing next to her. The calm, effortless authority he exuded on stage was what most impressed her. Even though he was young, he had a presence that few people could match; the room seemed to become his domain as soon as he stood there. Following Rhett’s introductory words, Eleanor, representing the D’Souza family, walked the stage to show the clients their project plans. She exuded confidence, composure, and professionalism, and her competence was undeniable. Kitty sat next to Morgana Kruk, Eleanor’s mother, in the crowd. Kitty observed Eleanor
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