“Who are you? What's up?"

Kelley Castro, the woman, eyed Lilah from head to toe.

Lilah, with a smile, approached Kelley. “Gerard passed me your address and digits. I need a favor."

Kelley, a bit surprised, said, "Oh, Mr. Harris sent you over."

She then gestured to step inside, saying, “Let's chat indoors."

Kelley thought Lilah was pretty chill and had a solid connection with Gerard.

Lilah nodded. "Thanks."

Following Kelley, Lilah entered the room. Kelley brewed some coffee, poured a cup, and handed it over. "Take a load off. This isn't fancy coffee; just some local coffee beans.”

"Thanks for being so welcoming," Lilah said, taking the coffee and sipping. “This coffee is amazing; it's the best I've ever had."

Kelley chuckled and said, “So what brings you here?"

Setting her cup down, Lilah got straight to the point. “I need your help testing a skincare product."

“What product are we talking about?" Kelley's curiosity was piqued.

Lilah whipped out a sample of Botanic skincare products, placing it on the table. "It's from Botanic."

At the mention of the brand, Kelley looked up at Lilah, questioning, “You're with the Phillips Group?"

"Yeah." Lilah nodded.

After a moment of thought, Kelley asked with uncertainty, “You're the CEO of the Phillips Group?"

"Yep," Lilah confirmed.

Kelley picked up the sample, questioning, “Did you create this skincare product?"

Lilah smiled. "No, it's a team effort from the Phillips Group's skincare department. I just suggested adding a key element."

Impressed, Kelley complimented, "You're something else. Breaking through in the market and taking over so quickly-it shows your strength."

Lilah downplayed it. "You're too kind. Can you help me test the ingredients in this skincare product?"

Upon hearing that, Kelley chimed in, “Sure thing. Actually, I've tried this product. It's top-notch. I've tested heaps of stuff, and I can spot any issues in a jiffy. The ingredients in your product are solid. I've noticed they're doing wonders for my skin. No need for me to analyze it."

Kelley laid out her honest thoughts.

Lilah filled Kelley in on the online gossip and appealed, "I need your help to turn this situation around."