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A Job Offer

Author: Sarah Gabs
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-17 15:04:34

“I don't think you understand Mr. Smart, I cannot bring Miss Cassie to model on this shoot. You need to let us bring our best models”

Zander sat at his work desk. He was on his third video chat in one week with the creative director of Vogue magazine and it wasn't going well. He could feel a strong headache coming and he still had not succeeded in convincing the man to choose a different model for their upcoming shoot.

“You are the one who has refused to understand me, Mr. Scott. The Timeless Collection is one of a kind but you have to let me show the world just how special it is. Miss Cassie is the perfect fit for this photoshoot” Mr. Smart insisted.

Zander groaned in frustration. Jeffrey had warned him about this but he had been convinced that he could convince the man to change his mind.

“She is inexperienced” he said,

“That is a weak excuse Mr. Scott. I have worked with worse models and I have made magic with random people in the street.” Mr. Smart replied, smiling.

“You are rea
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