A score of minutes preceding themencement of the speech, Louis made his arrival. He strolled


    over to Millie, who was engaged in microphone tests, a wicked grin gracing his countenance. “I extend


    my gratitude to my trusted assistant.”


    Louis undertook a change of attire, still a flowery shirt. His blonde hair, cut short, stood with intent,


    adorned with a touch of hair gel. Exuding an air of confidence, he wore Versace perfume.


    “We stand at the cusp of initiation. I beseech you to reacquaint yourself with the venue. Immediate


    adjustments shall be made if any concerns arise.”


    “Your diligence is known to me. | have faith in your discernment. The gravity you exhibited four years


    prior remains etched in my memory,” Louis reminisced fondly.


    Meticulously, Millie’s gaze traversed the disy before her. Disyed were a pair of azure earrings,


    Louis’test creation. The design possessed novelty, finding itself steeped in poprity, apanied


    by a lofty price point.


    Louis, too, directed his attention towards the screen. “Your admiration for it is palpable. Regrettably, this


    piece caters to a male clientele. Were it tailored for the feminine, a token I’d joyously offer.”


    A gentle shake of Millie’s head apanied her assertion. “Your prowess in design and fearless


    ideation hold my esteem.”


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    In matters of design, Louis was an undisputed virtuoso. His demeanor often bore an appearance of


    casualness, yet annually, his creations seized the collective gaze. In Millie’s estimation, he embodied


    an easily sessful genius.


    He must be favored by the divine. Abruptly, Louis extended his hand towards Millie.


    Puzzled, Millie inquired, “What is the purpose of this gesture?”


    “Bequeath to me your creation. I did task you with preparation, recall? My current collection focuses on


    masculinity. However, a need arises to showcase your feminine brilliance.”


    Millie discerned Louis’ intention. He aimed to elevate her designs to a wider audience. Her gratitude


    swelled for his unasked-for support.


    “Thank you.”


    Millie handed him a diminutive USB drive, within which rested a brooch pattern of her own design. A


    butterfly and a flower adorned the brooch.


    The imminent speech loomed on the horizon. Millie upied her seat adjacent to the tform,


    orchestrating the projection.


    The auditorium thronged with attendees, eager to partake in the discourse. A thousand souls filled the


    space, with the foremost three rows reserved for figures of significance.


    Millie nced toward the entrance, catching Marcus’ arrival. Their eyes met briefly, revealing a


    lingering discontent within his gaze.


    Millie’s hold on the mouse tightened.


    A hushed stillness descended on the hall. Louis, with aposed throat clearing, heralded the


    initiation.


    “Ladies and gentlemen, greetings to all. I am Louis, the mastermind behind the designs at Louis


    Jewelry Company. It is an esteemed privilege to address the august assembly of Preagend University.


    Today, I present to you my opus: the resplendent blue diamond series.”


    Onstage, Louis’ demeanor transmuted into one of humor, his words engaging and intriguing the


    audience. As the blue diamond series was unveiled, eyes widened in collective awe.


    Amid this universal admiration, Marcus remained unmoved. An aura of icy detachment enveloped him,


    influencing even the president beside him, whose apuse bore an air of difort.