The interview
The Interview
The room was large and minimalistic, with bright overhead lights and a long table where three interviewers sat. A middle-aged man in a tailored suit, a sharp-eyed woman with a clipboard, and a younger man who looked like he'd rather be anywhere else.
"Lucy Sinclair," the man said, glancing at the papers in front of him. "And Amelia Davenport. Welcome well Without wasting time Let's start with Ms. Lucy."
Lucy stepped forward, with a calm exterior. The woman with the clipboard gestured for her to walk to the center of the room.
"Show us your walk," she instructed, her voice clipped but kind.
Lucy took a deep breath and began, Her steps were steady, her posture perfect, and she focused on exuding confidence.
When she finished, the man nodded, clearly impressed. "Good. Now, tell us why you want to be a model."
Lucy , her voice steady: "I've always admired the art of modeling—not just the beauty of it but the way it tells a story. I want to be part of that. To represent something meaningful."
The woman scribbled something on her clipboard and gave a small, approving nod.
Next, it was Amelia's turn. Her walk was flawless with her confidence.
When both were done, the interviewers exchanged glances and spoke in low voices. Finally, the middle-aged man looked up.
Interviewer 1: "We're interested in both of you. Amelia, your confidence is remarkable. And Lucy, you have a fresh, genuine presence that we think could resonate well."
Lucy's heart soared at the words. She and Amelia both thanked them before leaving the room.
Later, in the Lobby
After the interviews, the three of them stepped out into the lobby. Amelia still talking about how she thinks she was the best in the room as they walked out, something caught Cassie's eye. A tall figure stood near the entrance, talking to a manager.
It was Sebastian.
He was dressed in a tailored navy suit that made him look impossibly polished. His usual casual demeanor was replaced with an air of authority.
Cassie: Is that Sebastian
Amelia: Wow he looks as nice as always but more like a CEO
As if hearing their conversation, Sebastian looked up and caught their gaze. He smiled, his usual easygoing demeanor masking the faint tension in his eyes. He stepped toward them.
Sebastian: Lucy!
Cassie (Fake Cough): Am also here.
"Hey," he said casually, his hands in his pockets. "Fancy seeing you here."
Lucy while raising an eyebrow: "What are you doing here?"
Sebastian chuckled, dodging the question: "Just running some errands. What about you three? Why are you here?"
Cassie: It doesn't look like errands to me it looks like you are the boss with the respect they are showing you
Amelia, stepping forward with a smile: Sebastian! We didn't know you were involved here."
Ignoring her question Sebastian turned to Lucy, his expression briefly unreadable before he smirked. What are you doing here?"
Amelia: I... had an interview. For a modeling position and I passed well'
I see he answered as if uninterested, and what about you
Cassie chimed in: "Lucy is here for modeling as well and I'm here to be her manager."
"Congratulations," Sebastian said, his smile widening as he looked at Lucy. "You've got the talent for it."
"Thanks" Lucy replied simply
Sebastian nodded, his expression unreadable: "Oh, by the way," he added, "I was told you are going to the Hart family gala tomorrow?"
Amelia: Oh well Yes I am, you read my mind so well I was about to ask you the same question
Sebastian: Am talking to Lucy right now
Lucy blinked in surprise: "How did you know about that?"
Sebastian shrugged: "Word gets around. You should come. It'll be... interesting."
Before Lucy could press further, the man Sebastian had been speaking to earlier called his name.
"I've got to go," he said, giving them a quick wave. "See you around."
As they left the building, Cassie couldn't resist commenting,
Cassie: Well, that was... interesting, I get a feeling he is hiding something from us
Amelia (smirking): Anyway for the gala I just hope Lucy won't be embarrassing us as always