Post-Meeting Reflections
Back at the Adeline's office
Adeline and her boss, Mr. Carter, enter the bustling office after returning from Romanio Enterprises. Adeline’s friend Sarah, who’s been waiting eagerly, spots them immediately and rushes over.
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*excited, rushing toward Adeline* Adeline! How did it go? Tell me everything!
Adeline Martino (FL)
*smiling, a bit tired but proud* It went really well, Sarah. Honestly, better than I expected. The presentation went smoothly, and Alaric Romanio was… impressed.
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*curious* Alaric Romanio? The Alaric Romanio? Mr. 'I’ll cancel the deal over one mistake'? And he was impressed?! Oh my god, Adeline! That’s huge!
Adeline Martino (FL)
Yeah, I know. I was so nervous, but somehow… I stayed calm. He asked some tough questions, but I had all the answers ready. I think that’s what surprised him.
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*playfully nudging her* You were probably brilliant! I mean, come on, Adeline. You always nail it when it comes to work.
Adeline Martino (FL)
*blushing slightly* Thanks, Sarah. But you have no idea how nervous I was in there. The moment he walked in… I mean, I’ve never seen him in person before, and he’s…
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*leaning in, intrigued* And he’s… what? What was he like? Spill!
Adeline Martino (FL)
*smiling, thinking back* He’s… well, he’s incredibly handsome. But cold. Very cold. There’s this intensity about him that fills the room the moment he steps in.
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*teasing* Handsome, huh? Maybe that's why you were so nervous.
Adeline Martino (FL)
Maybe! But it wasn’t just that. It’s his reputation. You know how they say he doesn’t tolerate mistakes? It’s true. The way he looked at me… like he was analyzing every word I said.
Adeline walks over to her desk, sitting down and exhaling deeply, replaying the meeting in her head. Sarah follows her, sitting on the edge of the desk, listening intently.
Adeline Martino (FL)
*to herself* There was this moment… I thought he was going to tear the whole presentation apart. But when he started asking those questions, I just… I knew I had to stay confident.
Adeline Martino (FL)
I couldn’t let him see how nervous I was. So, I answered everything, calmly. And by the end, I could see it in his eyes—he respected me for it.
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*grinning* Of course, he did! You probably knocked his socks off. I’m so proud of you, Adeline. You did it!
Adeline Martino (FL)
Thanks, Sarah. I’m just glad it’s over. I feel like I can finally breathe.
Sarah (FL Colleague)
*playfully* Well, enjoy the moment because you’re officially on Alaric Romanio's radar now. Who knows what’s next?
Adeline Martino (FL)
*chuckles, leaning back in her chair, feeling a mix of relief and pride*
She glances at her computer screen, ready to dive back into work, but the memory of Alaric’s sharp gaze lingers in her mind.
Handsome, yes, but there was something more—a coldness she couldn’t shake. Yet, despite all of that, she handled it.
Adeline Martino (FL)
*to herself, softly* I was nervous… but I did it.
She turns back to Sarah, giving her a grateful smile.
Adeline Martino (FL)
*with confidence* Yeah, I guess I did.
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