"Hi, I'm here for the landscape design bidding." I said with a smile as I handed over the proposal.
"From QY Group?" The project manager gave me a once-over, clear surprise in her eyes. "That young and already a design director?"
"Not that young anymore, just look younger than I am." I grinned, but deep down I was a little unsteady.
Sure, I earned the job with solid work, but without Xander Lewis backing me, I wouldn't have made it this far.
Just then, a woman strolled in. She had voluminous curls, a sharp business outfit, and an air of "I run this place" confidence.
"Who’s Sophie Johnson?" she called out, arms crossed, breaking the quiet of the meeting room.
"That's me." I quickly raised my hand with a polite smile.
She gave me a critical look, eyes barely hiding he
