Chapter 73
Sara’s Point of View
I strolled through the mall, the chatter of shoppers buzzing around me like a faint hum. As I passed by one store window after another, my phone buzzed in my hand. Expecting a routine update, I barely glanced at the screen before I opened my email.
And then I froze.
It was a curt message from the brand I’d recently partnered with a prestigious fashion label known for its high standards and fierce competition. My heart dropped as I scanned the words, each one cutting through me like a blade.
"Ms. Brown, we regret to inform you that your endorsement contract with our brand has been terminated effective immediately. We have chosen to move in a different direction for our new campaign. We thank you for your past contributions and wish you the best in your f
