Sarah arrived at the office and went straight to her boss's office for her daily task assignment. Her boss told her that they had a new client who was being difficult to deal with. The client had been offered a 20% discount on the supplies he was interested in purchasing, but he was still insisting on getting a 30% discount on the entire purchase.
Sarah's boss had already tried negotiating with the client, but he was a hardheaded man who refused to budge. Her boss then turned to Sarah, knowing that she was one of their best negotiators. He handed her the file containing all the details of the deal and asked her to try to persuade the client to accept the 20% discount.
Sarah accepted the challenge and immediately set to work. She contacted the client and scheduled a meeting with him in his office. When she arrived, she greeted him with a smile and explained the benefits of the 20% discount that they had offered. She also explained that the company couldn't afford to give a 30% discount on the entire purchase, but they could possibly find other ways to sweeten the deal.
However, the client was stubborn and refused to accept anything less than a 30% discount. Sarah tried to find out why he was so insistent on this figure and what his reasons were, but he remained tight-lipped. It was clear to Sarah that she needed to take a different approach.
She started to build a rapport with the client, asking about his business and his personal interests. She also showed him examples of previous deals that had worked out well for both parties, emphasizing the long-term benefits of a successful partnership. Slowly but surely, the client started to warm up to Sarah and the idea of working with her company.
Finally, Sarah made a new offer that included the 20% discount, as well as a few other perks, such as free shipping and a bonus gift with each purchase. The client seemed to consider this offer and eventually agreed to the deal.
Sarah left the meeting feeling satisfied with the outcome, knowing that she had successfully negotiated a difficult deal. She knew that her skills and persistence had paid off, and she was proud of herself for finding a solution that worked for both parties.
Sarah felt a great sense of accomplishment as she left the office that day. She had successfully negotiated a difficult deal, and her boss had praised her for her efforts. She knew that this was just the beginning, and she was determined to become one of the best employees in her department.
As she walked out of the office, Sarah's phone rang. It was her boss, who congratulated her again on the successful deal and told her that he had arranged a company dinner party to celebrate the team's recent achievements. Sarah was thrilled and thanked her boss for the opportunity to celebrate with her colleagues.
At the dinner party, Sarah's co-workers congratulated her and praised her for the job well done. They were impressed by her negotiation skills and her ability to close the deal, and they were all proud to be part of the same team.
During the dinner, Sarah's boss announced that the company had just received a new project, and he was confident that they could successfully complete it. He also mentioned that Sarah had been chosen to lead the project, and everyone at the table cheered and applauded her.
Sarah was excited about the new project and grateful for the opportunity to lead it. She knew that it would be a challenge, but she was determined to do her best and prove herself to her colleagues and her boss.
As the dinner party came to an end, Sarah felt a sense of pride and fulfillment. She had accomplished a lot in her first few months at the company, and she knew that there were many more opportunities ahead of her. She was grateful for the support and encouragement of her boss and co-workers, and she was excited to see where her career would take her next.
As Sarah walked into the house, she noticed that her parents were watching TV in the living room. They seemed to be very excited, and their eyes were beaming as if they were eager to talk to her.
"Hey, sweetie!" her mom greeted her warmly. "We have some news to share with you."
Sarah smiled at her parents but felt a little confused. "What news?" she asked.
She looked at her father, he was hesitant to share the news with her. They knew that it was a big decision and didn't want to force her into anything. But they also knew that it was important to let her know about the opportunity.
"Sarah, can you sit down for a moment?" her father asked, looking serious.
Sarah sat down, feeling a bit nervous. She had never seen her father look so serious before.
"Is it about the two men earlier?" Sarah asked. Her parents nodded.
"They came to talk to us about an agreement that your grandfather made with the former president of Arellano's company."
Sarah couldn't believe what she just heard. Arellano's company is where she's working at,
"Your grandfather and the former president were very close friends, and they made an agreement that involved you," her father continued.
She was surprised to hear that the agreement involved her and she couldn't help but wonder what kind of agreement her grandfather made that involved her.
She sat there in silence, lost in her thoughts. Her mind was racing with questions and waiting for more details. Why did her grandfather make this agreement? What does it entail?
"It's an agreement that involves you getting married to his grandson."
Sarah's mind was still reeling from the shock of the news. She couldn't believe that her future was being decided for her, without her knowledge or consent.
Sarah couldn't believe what she had just heard. It is the 21st century, and she couldn't believe that such an agreement still existed. She burst into laughter, thinking that her parents were just pulling a prank on her. But when she looked at them, she realized that they were serious.
"Wait, you're serious?" she asked, her laughter fading. "You mean to tell me that I have to marry someone just because of some agreement that my grandfather made?"
Her parents looked at each other, unsure of what to say. They knew that Sarah would be upset, but they also believed that this agreement could benefit her in the long run.
"I can't believe this is happening," she said, shaking her head. "This is ridiculous. How can you even consider going through with this?"
Sarah sighed, knowing that her parents only wanted what was best for her. But she couldn't help but feel like her life was being controlled by someone else's decision.
"I need some time to think about this," she said, standing up. "I can't make a decision like this right now."
Sarah woke up the next day still trying to process the news she had heard from her parents the night before. As she opened the door to her room, she saw her parents sitting in the dining area, looking worried. Her mother saw her and offered her breakfast, and Sarah smiled at them.
As they sat down to eat, Sarah couldn't help but feel sorry for her parents. She knew that they were just trying to do what was best for her, but she also knew that they didn't want her to be in this situation.
"I don't understand why my grandfather made that kind of agreement," Sarah said, breaking the silence.
Her parents exchanged a look before her father spoke up. "Your grandfather and the former president of Arellano's company were very close friends. It was their way of ensuring that their families would always be taken care of."
Sarah sighed, feeling frustrated that her life was being decided by something that had been agreed upon years before she was even born.
"I just can't imagine marrying someone I don't love," she said, looking at her mom.
"I understand how you feel," her mother said, placing a hand on hers. "But sometimes, we have to make sacrifices for our family's sake."
Sarah nodded, knowing that her mother was right. She is in a deep thought. She had always dreamed of having a love story like her parents, simple yet full of happiness. However, with the recent marriage proposal from a well-established family, she was now torn between being a good daughter to her parents and following her own dreams.
On one hand, she wanted to make her parents happy and agreed to the proposal. She knew that this was a great opportunity for her to secure her future and ensure that she had a stable and secure life ahead of her. However, on the other hand, she also wanted to live life on her own terms and pursue her dreams, just like her parents had done.
Sarah had always admired her parents for the way they had lived their lives. They had followed their dreams and had built a life together based on mutual love and respect. She wanted to do the same, to carve out a life for herself that was based on her own passions and desires.
As she sat there, lost in thought, she realized that she needed time to make a decision. She knew that whatever decision she made would have a profound impact on her future, and the lives of those around her. She took a deep breath. She knew what she was about to say would come as a surprise to them.
"Mom, Dad, I know you're worried about the marriage proposal and the man my grandfather want me to marry," she began. "But I want to ask for a couple of months to get to know him better and decide if this is what I really want."
Mr. and Mrs. Mendoza were taken aback by Sarah's request to meet the man she was going to marry. They didn't expect her to decide to meet him right away. However, they respected their daughter's decision and agreed to her request.
Later that day, Mr. and Mrs. Mendoza called the number written on the business card. The secretary of the President answered the phone, and they introduced themselves. They explained that their daughter, Sarah, would like to meet the grandson of the late president.
The secretary was surprised but pleased to hear that Sarah was interested in meeting the grandson of the late president.
However, the secretary also informed them that they only had a month for the wedding to be done. Mr. and Mrs. Mendoza were taken aback by this news. They had never imagined that the wedding would be arranged so quickly and knowing that their daughter hasn't decided yet.