Childhood crush

Flora's eyes were filled with a mix of frustration and confusion as she confronted David. "David, what happened? My uncle called, saying the proposal he submitted to your company wasn't for us. Is something wrong?" She had welcomed him warmly, taken her suitcase to the room, and set the table for both of them.

David, having just finished eating, wiped his mouth with a napkin. He sighed, understanding the gravity of Flora's concerns. "Did you ask your uncle if he received another email?" he inquired while doing a final cleaning of his hands.

Flora replied hesitantly, as if stumbling over her words, "Yes, but it's not clear to me. He mentioned being summoned to an oral defense or interview."

"Okay, then wait until tomorrow," David suggested. Flora, seated in front of him, clenched her fist but tried to maintain a calm facade.

"Must our company go through the same process as others? You know we're still the best, and you can't possibly want us to..." Flora continued, but David interje