Episode 73
Author: Reemee
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HIS RESURGENCE

CHAPTER 73

Clara looked from one middle aged face to the other, slightly older man’s. She waited patiently as they conversed amongst themselves, each weighing her presentation and the ideas she brought to the table.

Her sketch book with the designs she was trying to establish laid open on the table. The men had gone through them for an hour, critiquing and commenting. Their faces were a mask, impossible to read which made her more nervous.

When she had gotten the email asking her to create designs for a model that would be featured on Forbes magazine, she had been estatic and nervous at the same time. The job was wonderful but also tasking. She had to bring to play every knowledge she had to play and impress the model’s agents.

From what she was told, two other fashion designers had been asked to create a design too. This was a competition and only the best would be selected.

She shifted uncomfortably on the chair she sat on but she did her best to comport herself and
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