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"Yes, your desire to grow. That's what you want, right?"

"In part, yes. I'm looking for financial independence, and I think this is the path, or something similar"

The redhead's words weren't a complete lie. She wanted financial independence, however, this was not the reason she worked with Michele.

"I'll be very honest, Blair. I don't see relationships, I see business. Do you know what people say about women like me? They say we are self-serving, that we have no value and that we don't deserve respect"

"I think you've gotten over those rumors." Blair leaned towards her boss, somewhat intrigued by the conversation.

"I had to overcome it to move forward. The point is, people say bad things about ambitious women. But they shut up when those women reach the top."

"Ordinary people are afraid of powerful people" Blair commented, and the little phrase captivated Michele. Coming from a young, seemingly inexperienced woman, those words seemed wise.

"I am a powerful woman and in front of me is