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Advancing to the head of the table, he spoke jelly, “Arent are here for a MA transformed into a marketplace for Mie chatter?
In truth, the room had already fallen silent when Lokas entered His antirof gesensent every o retreat further into silence.
Cole locked his gaze on Lukas, addressing the tension. “I apelogy, Mixer did mutage things more effectively”
Lukas huffed, his impatience palpable. “Let’s begin the me
His dissatisfaction seemed to linger as he directed Cole to present the last quarter’s nanny ward stor into the design department’s forthcoming, development plan
Fortunately, Cole was prepared and tackled these topics adeptly
Once Cole wrapped up his presentation, Lukas resumed the floor. “Three procal points anchor Strakords Jewelry’s Design Department. Firstly, leverage various competitions to elevate your industial reputation thereby solidifying the company’s recognition of your skills. Secondly, deliver design drafts sared so your strengths for the upcoming quarter’s product releases.”
Silence reigned, and Reese, being relatively new to the company, wasn’t entirely acquained with the nuances within Strakovski’s Design Department. However, it seemed Lukas’s words were directed at her.
Lukas pressed on, his tone unbending. “The last and most crucial point is personalized customizatio Each designer at Strakovski Jewelry holds private clients. Your task is to craft personalized jewelry designs based on their specifications. This remains our high–end design route. Suppose any among you lacks private clients or struggles with specific requirements. In that case, I suggest you take the initiative to enhance your understanding.”
As Lukas spoke, he cast an almost imperceptible glance in Reese’s direction.
While others might have missed the subtle indication, Reese didn’t.
She grasped the unspoken communication–Lukas was addressing her. As the newest member, who else but she lacked private clients?
Despite Reese’s inward reaction, Lukas persisted, his gaze grazing Reese again. “Furthermore, an announcement for this assembly. After thorough deliberation among the company’s top echelons, it has been unanimously concluded that Designer Roberts’s works are original and free from plagiarism.
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Consequently, we have decided to have her present Stranka jewelry in the ongoing Century Jewelry Competition! Are there any objections?”
Lukas’s proclamation met with continence from the room
Everyone in the room was aware of the stringent qualifications for the Century Jewelry Competition. Even after five years at Strakovski, many might not meet the competition’s criteria
Thus, Reese’s sudden inclusion naturally stirred envy among her colleag
In a timely manner, Cole stepped forward, his voice carrying conviction. “Mr Strakow the desig department holds no objections, and I have full faith in Designer Roberts’s capabilities
Lukas responded with a cold snort. “Meeting adjourned. Director Hopkins, come to my office later”
With that, he strode purposefully toward the exit.
Cole greeted Reese briefly before trailing after Lukas.
Once within Lukas’s office, the latter turned to face Cole.
A peculiar tone threaded through his words. “What do you think of Reese?”
“Isn’t she a recruit personally appointed by you, Mr Strakovski?” Cole was taken aback
A faint shadow crossed Lukas’s countenance. He shed his coat, tossed it onto a nearby sofa, and then paced toward his desk. “You two seem rather dose. If I didn’t know better, I’d think you were the one who brought her in.”
Cole’s eyes flickered slightly, not quite sure what he meant. Abruptly, he felt uncertain about Lukas’s attitude toward Reese.
During the meeting, Lukas had extended Reese an opportunity by allowing her to participate in the Century Jewelry Competition. Simultaneously, he’d highlighted her absence of private clients.
Was this Lukas’s new approach in managing his subordinates–providing openings while simultaneously dealing blows?
Observing Cole’s silence, Lukas let out a light scoff “Why are you hesitating to answer? Is my question that challenging?”
“I only learned this morning that the new designer is Reese!” Cole hastened to clarify.
“You knew her before?” Lukas detected something in Cole’s tone, causing his brows to furrow slightly.
Cole’s smile was wistful. “She was my junior in the same major at university.”
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