Sunlight poured through the open-plan office windows, catching on whiteboards scribbled with timelines and sticky notes labeled *Horizon Launch Phase II*.
Emma sat at the head of the long table, reviewing the latest profit report.
Small, steady gains.
Not exponential—but sustainable.
Real.
Across the room, Austin held up a tablet. “Guess who just got invited to speak at the International Social Enterprise Summit?"
Emma raised a brow. “You?"
“Us," he said, grinning. “In London."
She blinked. “That's... huge."
He crossed the room and handed her the invitation.
Keynote. Panel. Featured presentation.
Emma traced the embossed lettering, then looked up. “You're going?"
“I want to," he said. “But only if you come too. No pressure. No expectations. Just... space. And potential."
Emma
