Two years later, I was standing in the financial district of Harbor City.
Sunlight streamed through the glass curtain wall of the office tower and spilled across the polished marble floor, bright and sharp.
I stood there in a tailored suit, holding a venture capital contract I had just signed. The deal was worth tens of millions.
"Ms. Hartwell, congratulations. Once this money comes through, we can officially launch the new project."
Emma was right behind me, practically glowing.
I smiled and gave her a nod. "Good work today. Head back and get the files organized. I think I'll walk around for a bit, get some sun."
"Got it, Ms. Hartwell. See you back there."
I tucked the contract into my bag and strolled through the busy CBD.
The breeze was light, and the sun felt warm on my face.
