Chapter 87
Chapter 87:
Remembering her promise to treat him, she asked casually, “Do you have anything planned for tonight p>
“What p>
“I want to take you out somewhere special.” She raised her glass slightly and smiled. “You’ve done so much for me. I should thank you properly p>
A soft laugh escaped Kyson, his voice warm. “Since you’re inviting me to dinner, everything else can be moved. Whatever concerns you comes first p>
Hearing something like that was enough to make anyone happy, and Kailey was no different. Once breakfast ended, she headed out with a light smile and waved goodbye.
The drive to the company took roughly thirty minutes.
Although Linda had personally interviewed her, Kailey quickly learned that Linda would not be her direct supervisor. Brinley Hampton from HR escorted her to the designers’ area with an encouraging word. “You’re the first person we’ve hired directly as an independent designer. You’re still very young, and your future here looks promising. Keep it up p>
Kailey blinked. “The first one p>
“That’s right. Most fresh graduates start as design assistants p>
By the time the explanation ended, they had arrived at the design department. Brinley introduced her to the team leader—Dana Harvey, a jewelry designer brought in from overseas with an impressive background. Spotting her nearby, Kailey stepped forward with a polite smile. “Hello, Ms. Harvey. I’m Kailey Evans. I look forward to working with everyone here p>
𝘈𝖽𝖽𝘪𝖼𝗍𝗂𝘷𝗲 ոо𝗏е𝗹s 𝘰n
Dana’s eyes swept over her with the measured assessment of someone sizing up an unknown quantity, then she rested her chin against her hand. “Your desk is over there p>
She cast a glance around at the colleagues who were plainly watching the exchange. “What are you all staring at? Is your work finished?” Reluctantly, the others looked away.
Dressed in a sharp black suit and heels that added nearly ten centimeters to her height, Dana cut an imposing figure as she stood opposite Kailey, who wore flats. She took a slow step closer and lowered her voice. “Are you close with Ms. Burgess p>
Kailey shook her head. “We only met during the interview. It was the first time we’d spoken p>
A faint curve formed on Dana’s red lips, her expression unreadable as her gaze settled on Kailey. “Good. Connections mean nothing here. What matters is the quality of your work. I heard you recently received an international award, which shows you have real ability. Keep delivering results p>
With that, she turned to someone nearby. “Zaria, take Kailey with you for now and help her get settled p>
Zaria Carman stood up at once. “Of course, Ms. Harvey p>
Before leaving, Dana cast Kailey one last look—difficult to read—then turned and headed back to her office.
A slight crease formed between Kailey’s brows. Dana’s words had been measured, but the warmth behind them was absent.
At that moment, Zaria walked over with a friendly expression. “Hi, I’m Zaria Carman p>
“I’m Kailey Evans. I’ll probably need a few days to find my footing, so I’ll be relying on you,” Kailey said, offering her a genuine smile.