Calm before storm
" ... Lastly, fellow graduates, as we step out of this university, let's chase for our dreams. A bright future awaits... the real lesson begins" Aya's closing speech on their university graduation. A standing ovation with deafening applause occupied the gymnasium as the students throws their graduation hats. "Finally!" "This is it!" "We made it!" Overwhelming emotions from the new graduates. Aya then run off yhe stage and hugged her parents who felt very proud of their only daughter's achievement.
After the ceremony, Aya and her parents went to their favorite place to celebrate. Then the conversation that her parents has been trying to avoid began. "Mom! Dad! I have series of interviews lined up! Company's from the city has reached me and they are keen on my application!" Aya is very excited to be employed to practice her learnings and most of all to provide for her family. "But that's too far from us Aya. It's 12 hrs of travel. There's no one to look after you. City is too dangerous for a young lady to be alone". "Dont worry dad , trust me! Im old enough to take care of myself." As they continue with the meal, her parents had no choice but to approve of Aya's plan.
A week after, Aya went to the city , looked for a dormitory , and attended series of interviews. She passed 3 companies but chose the Support Systems Inc because of the possible additional commissions she will get for every close deal she will secure as a Sales Associate. As a new hire, she was partnered with another Sales person, Anthony.
"Welcome to the Team, Aya" Anthony greeted while extending his hand to Aya.