Chapter 22 - .22 Natalie
Natalie and her best friend Maya were wrapping up their shift at Eversage, glancing through skincare brochures and discussing dreams amid the soft hum of the office.
Maya, smirking: "You know, one day I’ll marry a rich guy, do absolutely nothing but shop, and live in luxury."
Natalie laughed, brushing back her hair: "I’m not saying no to luxury... but I’d rather own the business or at least be the face of it."
Maya nudged her: "That’s more like you."
The door opened. In walked a handsome young man in an impeccable suit, flanked by three silent bodyguards. Red hair, sleek, early twenties.
Natalie and Maya stood and bowed in unison:
"Good afternoon. Welcome to Eversage—how may we assist you?"
Before they finished speaking, Manager Layla rushed out:
Layla breathless: "Oh—Young Master Jason, you’re here early! Sorry for the delay."
Jason smiled: "No worries. Leading the way?"
He nodded at Natalie and Maya with a polite bow before following Layla deeper into the office, bodyguards flanking the reception area.