"Of course!" Estelle replied with a light smile.

Hannah hesitated before speaking, "I didn't know you were the KING before. If I've offended you in any way, please don't take it to heart."

Estelle smirked, "If I took everything to heart, Director Carlin wouldn't be sitting here right now."

Hannah became even more ashamed, "I understand, thank you for your forgiveness."

Estelle said, "Let's leave the past in the past. We shouldn't dwell on it. Plus, we'll have new faces in the studio soon. I hope Director Carlin can show them some patience!"

Hannah earnestly replied, "Yes, I'll remember that."

"Estelle!"

A voice filled with excitement followed by the sound of the door opening resounded. Sallie Macclain rushed in, beaming with joy. "You're here!"

Estelle laughed, "Where did you dash over from?"

"I had a photoshoot for a magazine today, sorry I'm late!" Sallie chuckled.

Seizing the moment, Hannah excused herself and left.

Sophia, with her chin in her hands and eyes sparkling, looked at Sallie, "Estelle, you might not know this, but our Sallie is becoming quite the celebrity. She might be hitting the big time soon!"

Sallie took a seat opposite Estelle, "No matter what happens, my main job is as a designer. Once a member of Snowy Studios, always a member of Snowy Studios!"

Estelle responded, "It's okay, do what you love. You don't have to stay in the studio. Everyone has their own path; there's no right or wrong."

"I really don't want to leave the studio. Do you know the prestige of being a designer at Snowy Studios outranks any celebrity? I'm well aware that it's the designer's aura from Snowy Studios that's getting me this attention. If I leave, I'd be nothing!"

"So you guys better not think about getting rid of me. Even if you tried, I wouldn't go. I'm happy to make money for the studio!"

Sophia laughed, "Look at her, sharp as a tack!"

After a bit of laughter, it was time for their meeting, and the three headed to the conference room together.

Sitting in the conference room,

Sophia and Estelle exchanged a few words. Glancing unintentionally at the door, Sophia's heart skipped a beat at the sight of a tall figure entering. She straightened up, cautious not to let her expression betray her thoughts.

Fearful of revealing something.

The hour-long meeting flew by quickly, Afterward, Jason sudden turned to Sophia, "Ms. Jones, please come to my office."

Sophia jumped, instinctively responding, "Oh!"

Estelle looked over, and Sophia, with wide eyes, whispered, "Why does he want

to see me?"

A personal matter, or is it work-related?

"I have no idea!" Estelle shook her head.

Sophia was a bit nervous, "Come with me!"

"Jason didn't ask for me!" Estelle reassured her with a smile, "It's probably work- related. Don't worry!"

Sophia patted her chest, "I'm not scared. It's not like he can eat me!"

And it's not like he can kiss her again in the studio!

"Right!" Estelle nodded, "You've got this!"

Sophia stood up, clutching her documents, ready to face whatever was coming

with a sense of duty and courage.

Estelle couldn't help but laugh as she watched her go.

Sallie approached, sitting beside her, "What's so funny?" Estelle replied, "Grown-up stuff, kid."

Sallie's eyes widened, "I'm older than you by a few months!"

Estelle shrugged, "I'm married. Do you have a boyfriend?"

In this adapted version, cultural elements and expressions have been westernized, and currency

values have been adjusted for amet

American audience, ensuring the narrative flows smoothly for readers

more familiar with Westerne

contexts.