Chapter 31

"Hi, I'm here for the landscape design bidding." I said with a smile as I handed over the proposal. "From QY Group?" The project manager gave me a once-over, clear surprise in her eyes. "That young and already a design director?" "Not that young anymore, just look younger than I am." I grinned, but deep down I was a little unsteady. Sure, I earned the job with solid work, but without Xander Lewis backing me, I wouldn't have made it this far. Just then, a woman strolled in. She had voluminous curls, a sharp business outfit, and an air of "I run this place" confidence. "Who’s Sophie Johnson?" she called out, arms crossed, breaking the quiet of the meeting room. "That's me." I quickly raised my hand with a polite smile. She gave me a critical look, eyes barely hiding her hostility. Then she turned to the manager and said, "Mr. Smith said you can skip collecting her proposal. Just send her straight to talk with him." "…" This kind of special treatment instantly made me the one everyone was