Aria's POV
The exhibition had ended.
For the first time in months, Monroe Atelier's name echoed throughout the capital's fashion industry.
Journalists praised our debut.
Boutique owners requested appointments.
Luxury retailers competed for exclusive distribution rights.
Five years of hard work had finally borne fruit.
Yet...
There was still one mountain left to climb.
A partnership with Devereux Group.
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I was reviewing fabric samples when Lily knocked on my office door.
"Ms. Monroe."
"Come in."
She entered carrying a cream-colored envelope embossed with Devereux Group's golden crest.
"It just arrived."
I accepted it and carefully opened the seal.
Inside was a formal invitation.
> Monroe Atelier has successfully advanced to the final partnership evaluation.
The Exec
