CHLOE
There were two things I didn’t expect to see that morning: Richard’s name on my interview confirmation, and my heart immediately deciding that it meant something it probably didn’t.
I stood in the entrance of Apex Creative Group, my fingers digging into my portfolio binder. The digital confirmation on my phone screen glowed back at me, my blood ran cold when I saw the executive sponsor listed in the stark font: R. Parker.
My mind was full of thoughts. Had he orchestrated this behind the scenes? Was my fresh start another illusion where a powerful man controlled my fate?
No! I won't allow this to happen. I would rather suffer in dignity than allowing another man to control me.
I smoothed down my navy blazer, forcing myself to take a deep breath. I had applied for this senior even
