“You know that, right? I just can’t help thinking that your boss is being too hard on you, and I say that objectively. Even the busiest department here at Larson Group wouldn’t force their staff to work overtime for seven days straight.” Natalie gave him a sweet smile.

“I’m all right. I’m willing to put in extra hours for my dreams.” Sebastian sighed again. He could only shake his head and smile bitterly. What else could he say at this point? Natalie was her own person, with her own free will. He had known the moment he let her go to Barnes that it wouldn’t be easy getting her back home.

Johanna had just got home from her morning run and was making breakfast in the kitchen.

After hearing some rustling noises in the living room, she poked her head out of the kitchen and saw Natalie. Johanna quickly wiped her hands and dashed over.

“Where are you going? You haven’t even had breakfast yet.” Natalie was already in the entryway, putting her shoes on.

“I spent last night revising my all design drafts. Mr. Wesley is going to look them over today, and hopefully approve them.”

Johanna huffed worriedly.

‘I can see that you are busy, but you still need to eat something!” Her heart ached at the memory of her daughter dragging her feet home so late at night, and as if that wasn’t enough, Natalie left so early in the morning, too.

“Don’t worry, Mom. I’ll grab a bite on my way there.”

All of Natalie’s attention was focused on her designs. Even now, she was only thinking about what Draco Wesley would say about her revisions.

no choice but to watch her daughter go. It shouldn’t be surprising that Draco was a strict and demanding boss-he wouldn’t be standing at the pinnacle of success otherwise. Perhaps, with him as her mentor, Natalie would make rapid progress

as Natalie arrived at the studio, she made a beeline for Draco’s office and handed him

the times she had altered the designs until she was finally satisfied with them. Draco’s

the last few pages did a faint smile appear on his

piece of advice I gave you.” Draco found Natalie to be very modest despite her impressive talent. He

about.” Draco closed the folder,

you have remembered everything? You may have a good memory, but surely…” Natalie whipped out a small voice recorder from her pocket and waved it

“Secret weapon,” she quipped.

the human brain.” Draco’s smile deepened, his eyes gleaming with interest. Not only was this gifted young designer modest, but she was also hardworking. She was certainly tougher

that day, Draco reviewed everyone’s portfolio and — made some comments. He made a point of praising Natalie’s designs in

hands were clenched on her lap. It was all she could do not to jump up in joy. Instead, she settled for a

head, her gaze accidentally fell on Elizabeth, who was sitting across the table from her. The other woman had a cold expression on her face, as usual. Natalie mustered an awkward smile and shifted her eyes to Rosa. To her surprise, Rosa looked

time today for her first design case was finally approved by her boss. She seldom came home early these days, so Johanna was thrilled

and buy something that Natalie likes. We’ll have

and held

work for only a week. Why have

the opposite. “You’re exaggerating, Mom. I feel I’ve gained a lot of weight.” After getting to know Johanna and getting along with her, Natalie felt she liked

right. I’ll go to the grocery store right away. Natalie, you grew up in Seacisco, right? So

food.” Natalie licked her lips sheepishly. Her taste had always been different

Seasisco.

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