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Chapter 23 - Hesitation

Author: M.E Rodavlas
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Chardon turned his seat at Marigold's direction at the front. "Tell us about the marketing report of your department. We need your enlightenment and lecture on this presentation."

The nervousness and pressure marigold felt increased the moment she saw chardon near her. She calmed herself a little and remembered what Jonas told her earlier. That's when she thought why she's there.

She bowed her head for a moment and composed herself. She suddenly remembered her promise to prove herself. "This is it! This is the the right I need to show my capability!"

When marigold raised her head, there's no trace of nervousness anymore, only determination can be seen her. 'Okay....' then she start:

"Hello everyone, I'm Marigold Magbanua from the marketing department. And as I stand here, I will explain every detail about the proposal report of our team."

Marigold immediately caught everyone's attentions, specially, the executives. Chardon, on the other hand, was leaning forward on the swivel
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