Chapter 82
Chapter 82:
In truth, Linda stood tall and poised in sleek heels and a tailored suit, her makeup immaculate, her posture effortlessly commanding—no one could have looked more suited to the title. Still, a quiet confusion stirred in Kailey’s mind. She couldn’t quite understand why a department director would personally arrange internship details for a fresh graduate, or wait by the elevator to greet her.
Sincerity threaded Linda’s tone. “You probably don’t see it yet, but a gifted designer is an investment we’re always willing to make. Whatever the cost, it pays for itself p>
Kailey lowered her gaze. “I’m sorry for making you wait p>
What followed unfolded like any standard interview, yet as their conversation deepened, a quiet admiration bloomed in Kailey’s chest. The company’s ideals—and Linda’s frank, direct outlook—mirrored her own aspirations almost perfectly.
When the meeting drew to a close, she stepped forward with genuine determination and extended her hand. “I’ll be counting on your guidance from here on out, Ms. Burgess p>
Delight flashed through Linda’s eyes, quick and unmistakable. “Of course. Nine o’clock tomorrow morning—we’ll be expecting you p>
Relief loosened the tight knot in Kailey’s shoulders, though excitement surged just as strongly in its place. This would be her first official position, and regardless of where her career eventually led, she knew this beginning would shape everything that followed.
On the drive back, she stopped at a small bakery and chose a cake to celebrate the occasion with Kyson.
The moment the front door swung open, a savory wave of sizzling meat drifted out to greet her, warm and mouth-watering.
Kailey hurried inside, her steps light with anticipation. “What are you cooking? It smells incredible p>
𝗖h𝗂n𝘦s𝖾 𝗻𝗼𝗏𝘦l𝘀 𝘁r𝖺ոѕl𝘢tе𝖽 𝘰𝘯 ѕ.𝖼оm
Hearing her voice, Kyson glanced over his shoulder, then noticed the cake box in her hands. A knowing smile curved his lips. “Something good happen p>
Her bright laugh rang out, pride shimmering in her eyes. She set the cake carefully on the table before leaning against the kitchen doorframe, watching him move around the stove. “I got the job. I start tomorrow p>
“That’s genuinely impressive p>
“Well, obviously,” Kailey replied with playful confidence. “And the company is even better than I imagined. The person who had been emailing me this whole time turned out to be the design director herself. If I hadn’t looked them up online beforehand, I probably would have assumed the whole thing was a scam p>
She let out a soft, incredulous breath. How could a place exist that offered kind colleagues, respectable pay, and such promising career prospects all at once?
“Maybe it’s simply because you’re that impressive,” Kyson said with a quiet chuckle. “Outstanding people tend to attract others just like them p>
Kailey nodded. “You’re right p>
Even with limited professional experience, her polished resume and refined skill set had stood apart from the sea of fresh graduates, and she knew that if she had sent applications elsewhere, encouraging replies would have come just the same.
Kyson turned from the stove, the steak seared to perfection. “Go wash up—dinner’s ready p>
“Sure thing,” Kailey replied, spinning on her heel and heading back to her room with quick, eager steps.