Chapter 1: The Encounter
Effortlessly, Parker held the greeting in her shaking hands, her eyes wide with doubt. "The Alexander Organization Good cause Occasion" is a restrictive occasion for New York City's world-class, facilitated by the baffling tycoon Alexander.
She'd never imagined that somebody like Alexander would see her work. All things considered, she was only a striving craftsperson, getting by painting paintings in cafés and bars. Yet, some way or another, he had seen something in her specialty that he loved.
The possibility of blending with the rich and renowned filled Grace with both fervor and fear.
She streamlined her plain dark dress, feeling reluctant as she contemplated how awkward she would look among the excited group. However, she likewise felt a glimmer of trust. This could be her opportunity to at long last break into the craft skills world, to show everybody what she was prepared to do.
Grace took a full breath, preparing herself for the occasion. She realized that she expected to establish a decent connection. She expected to show Alexander that she should have been there.
The occasion was being held at the lofty Alexander House, a rambling domain that neglected Focal Park. As Grace moved toward the château, her heart started to race.
The ways to the château were opened up, uncovering a fabulous entry corridor loaded up with sparkling ceiling fixtures and marble sections. Grace felt like she had ventured into a different universe, one of extravagance and overabundance.
She got a quick look at her appearance in a plated reflection, and briefly she nearly didn't perceive herself.
Then, she heard a voice call out to her. "Grace Parker, is that you?"
She went to see a tall, attractive man with dull hair and penetrating blue eyes. He was wearing a custom-made suit, his bearing both certain and instructing.
"Indeed, that is me," Grace figured out how to say, her voice shuddering somewhat.
The man grinned, uncovering entirely straight teeth. "I'm Alexander. I'm so happy you could make it this evening."
"It's a joy to meet you, Mr. Alexander," Grace said, feeling what is going on.
"If it's not too much trouble, simply call me Alexander," he said, his voice smooth and refined. "Also, this is my right hand, Cassandra."
A thin, rich lady with long light hair and sharp green eyes ventured forward, providing Grace with a brief gesture of affirmation.
"Presently," Alexander said, "assuming you'll follow me, we can begin the visit."
Grace gestured, her heart thumping quicker as she followed Alexander through the manor.
As they cleared their path through the manor, Grace was struck by the sheer plushness of the spot. There were plated sculptures, inestimable canvases, and an indoor pool that was bigger than her whole loft.
"Anyway, tell me, Grace," Alexander said as they arrived at the fabulous assembly hall, "what is your take on my little assembly?"
Grace attempted to hold her wonder under control as she glanced around at the sparkling room. "It's...impressive, most definitely."
Alexander laughed. "It's a piece over the top, I know.
However, I really do jump at the chance to say something. What's more, it's everything for a worthy motivation."
"A genuine goal?" Grace rehashed, her interest provoked.
"Indeed, for sure," Alexander said. "This occasion is to fund-raise my establishment, which upholds craft skills and schooling drives in oppressed networks."
Grace felt a flood of profound respect for Alexander. He wasn't simply some stodgy, extremely rich person - he was really effectively having an effect.