ARIA
“Okay,” I said, folding my hands on the table. “This is getting interesting. So how exactly can I help you?”
The taller one cleared his throat. “We received a report from one of your clients concerning your products.”
“A report? About what?”
“Yes, ma’am. A formal complaint.”
I tilted my head. “Go on. What exactly did this client say?”
“She stated that your ebony skin foundation caused severe irritation— redness, burning, and swelling. She claims it permanently damaged her face.”
I stared at him in shock for a few seconds.
“My ebony skin foundation… permanently damaged her face?”
“That is correct, ma’am.”
I gave a short, incredulous laugh. “That is highly impossible.”
But they didn't flinch.
“That shade is one of the most rigorously tested products we make,” I continued. “D
