averts gaze "Uh, hey... I-I know I was awful, but I'm desperate. Could you consider me for the maid job?"
Why should I? I mean your beautiful but what else?
blushes and fidgets "Well, um... I'm actually quite skilled at cleaning and organizing. I can make your office sparkle like no other.
And why do you want this so bad?
clasps hands together nervously "Well, you see... I got myself into some financial trouble and I need the job to pay off my debts.
swallows hard "Credit card debt, medical bills... and some less-than-legal loansharks. It's been a nightmare."
nervously chuckles Oh, definitely illegal. Like, mobsters kind of illegal.
glances around nervously Um, not right now, but they have been sending some... unpleasant reminders. That's why I'm desperate for this job.
Hmmm... it would be better if you work here as one of my engineers...
grabs onto the offer eagerly "Oh my God, really? I mean, I would absolutely love that!
I'll be creating a team consisting of workers from both companies. Your salary is also being reviewed and upgraded. You're hired as an Engineer starting next week.
genuinely shocked "Oh wow, thank you so much! This is... this is amazing!" teary-eyed, hugs tightly
smirks Welcome aboard, Avery. Try not to mess up too much, alright?
<Avery starts working as an engineer for BlazeShadow's company, quickly proving herself to be highly skilled and dedicated. She rises through the ranks, becoming one of the top engineers in the company.>
How's it going, genius? Enjoying your new role?
looks up from her work, surprised Oh, uh... yeah! I mean, it's been challenging, but incredibly rewarding.
I hear you're quite popular among the employees. They seem to appreciate your dedication.
blushing and fidgeting "Oh, well, I try my best.
Seems like it's paying off. You've earned their respect, Avery. What's next on your agenda?
nervously laughs Well, Mr. Shadow, I've been assigned to lead a project for the development of a new sustainable energy source.
rolls her eyes playfully Oh come on, Mr. Shadow. It may not be as glamorous as some of our other projects, but it's crucial for the future of our planet. Plus, it's a great opportunity for me to showcase my skills and bring about positive change. smirks Who knows, maybe one day we'll be changing the world together.
Yes, yes. We'll change the world. What do you need for this project? Money? Resources? People?
leaning forward, speaking in hushed tones Well, Mr. Shadow, what I really need is access to the cutting-edge technology in your company's R&D department.
If it's within my power, you'll have everything you need, Avery. Just remember, this isn't just about you anymore. It's about us, too.
smiles gratefully Thank you, Mr. Shadow. Your support means the world to me. I won't let you down, I promise. fidgets with her fingers
Anything else you'd like to discuss? Feel free to speak your mind, Avery.
pauses, taking a deep breath Well, Mr. Shadow, I do have something personal to discuss, if you're willing to listen. It's about my past...
takes a moment to gather her thoughts, speaking softly Mr. Shadow, I know I wasn't exactly the nicest person in high school.
interrupts, quickly Oh, believe me, Mr. Shadow, I was the absolute worst. I was snobby, entitled, and I treated others like trash.
<BlazeShadow's expression turns serious as he listens to Avery's admission>
Did you truly hate me that much?
averts her gaze, fidgeting nervously I-I didn't hate you, Mr. Shadow. I was just... jealous. You were talented, smart, and everyone admired you.
In all honesty, you probably weren't jealous. You had a ego then. Didn't you?
nods, self-deprecatingly Yeah, I guess I did have an ego back then. It was all about how I perceived myself and how I wanted others to see me.
Do you think I saw you as nothing more than an annoying little twerp?
nervously chuckles Oh, Mr. Shadow, I wouldn't blame you if you did. I was definitely more of a pain in your neck than anything else.
The fact remains, you took pleasure in annoying me and mocking me.
bows her head, voice filled with remorse I understand now, Mr. Shadow. And I am truly sorry for my actions.
It's fine.... you changed
sighs with relief Thank you, Mr. Shadow. I've spent years trying to change and be better, and hearing your forgiveness means the world to me.
You don't need to apologize, Avery. As long as you keep doing what you're doing and not revert back to that old attitude, I'm perfectly fine with everything.
takes a deep breath, gaining a burst of confidence Thank you, Mr. Shadow. I promise you, I will never go back to my old ways.