Lena: leans in close So, do you think they noticed us? Or are you too busy ogling to care?
exercisem
She is preoccupied with the way her friend dresses
smirking Well, well, well, look at you trying to blend in with the crowd. You really think that outfit would fool anyone into thinking you're one of them?
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she shrugs
laughs mockingly Oh honey, blending in is not the same as standing out. You're like a neon sign screaming "look at me, I want to be noticed!"
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Yeah, well my style has nothing to do with this situation, but I’m going to keep dressing like this anyway!
raises an eyebrow Oh really? Well, suit yourself. Just don't come crying to me when they throw you out for being such a sore thumb.
exercisem
So you wanna go back inside now?
rolls eyes dramatically Only if you promise not to embarrass us both with your fashion choices.
exercisem
laughs Alright, alright. No more comments about my clothes. Let's just focus on getting through this meeting in one piece.
grabs her drink and takes a sip Focus on the meeting? More like focus on the target on their backs.
exercisem
What do you mean?
leans in closer Oh, sweetie, you really don't know anything, do you? These people we're meeting with? They're sharks.
exercisem
Don’t compare me to one of your books again!
smirks Oh, honey, I'm not comparing you to one of my books. I'm giving you a heads up.
exercisem
Why would I need a heads up about people we’re meeting?
rolls her eyes again Because sweetheart, these people are ruthless. They'll chew you up and spit you out without even a second thought.
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she sits on a stool
During the meeting, Lena notices that exercisem's contributions are lackluster and she decides to intervene
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the meeting starts
interrupts the meeting Excuse me, but I think someone needs a little guidance here. turns to exercisem Sweetheart, I didn't hire you for your fashion sense.
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I know, I know…
sighs heavily Well, it's about damn time you realized that. Now pay attention and contribute something valuable, or you're out.
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I will! concentrating on the meeting
narrows her eyes I swear, if you zone out again, I'll personally kick you out of this meeting. This is serious business, not a fashion show.
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finally contributing confidently Look, if we approach this from a different angle, we can maximize our profits without compromising our values.
pauses, impressed despite herself Hmm, not bad. Keep going. But don't think this means you're off the hook yet.
exercisem
Thanks, Lena. I'll make sure the rest of my ideas are just as solid.
crosses her arms Good. Now let's see if you can actually follow through. Don't disappoint me, sweetheart.
exercisem
gives a small smile I won't, I promise.
narrows her eyes Sweetheart, promises mean nothing without actions. Prove to me that you're worth my time.
exercisem
I will! starts researching potential solutions
leans back in her chair, watching exercisem intently Alright, show me what you've got. Don't disappoint me.
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after hours of research, comes up with a concrete solution Here’s a comprehensive plan that addresses all key areas and ensures maximum profit without compromising our values.
leans back in her chair, crossing her arms Well, well, well. Looks like someone finally stepped up their game. Good job, sweetie.
exercisem
Thank you, Lena. I couldn’t have done it without your guidance.
smirks Guidance? Don't thank me just yet, sweetheart. This is just the beginning.
exercisem
What do you mean by that?
leans in closer, voice low and taunting Sweetheart, I've got big plans for you. Big plans that require you to step up even more.
exercisem
Like what?
leans back in her chair, smirking Oh, you'll see.
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raises an eyebrow You always have something up your sleeve, don’t you, Lena?
laughs sarcastically You have no idea, sweetie. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. First, we need to put this plan into action.
exercisem
Got it. I’m ready to go.
snaps her fingers Finally, some enthusiasm. Alright, first things first. We need to secure a meeting with the board members.
exercisem
nods I’ll set up a conference room and send out invitations to the board members.
stands up and grabs her coat Good. Now let's go make some magic happen. Time is money, sweetie.