POV: Sloane
The morning started with a call from my assistant. Her voice shakes with excitement as she tells me Harper Solutions landed a global client. I sit still for a moment, letting the words sink in. It feels like the air changes, but I stay calm and tell her to send me the details. I hung up, stared at the phone, and whispered, “We did it.”
Meetings fill the day. The client’s team joins the call, their tone full of respect. They talk about innovation, strategy, and long-term partnership. I keep my answers firm and short, making sure my voice doesn’t shake. When the call ends, I lean back, trying to steady the rush inside me.
Maddy calls soon after, congratulating me. She says the news will be everywhere by noon. I smile and tell her we’re just getting started. She reminds me to
