The spacious, well-lit lobby had a sleek, modern design that exuded understated luxury.


    When the staff saw Rowan, they bowed respectfully in greeting. Clearly, he held a very important position here.


    "This way, please. I''ll take you to the CEO''s office," the young secretary smiled as she led us to the elevator.


    We pushed open the heavy mahogany doors on the top floor, revealing an office that radiated luxury in every corner-a ss dome ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a massive abstract painting.


    Rowan gestured for me to sit on the leather couch and then asked the secretary to prepare coffee. "Ms. Wiley, wee to my humble office. I hope our partnership will help Evelyn Studio soar in Erudia, taking it to the next level."


    I raised my ss in a toast. "With your help, I feel so fortunate. I just hope Evelyn Studio can live up to expectations and shine in the fashion capital of Mndo."


    Rowan smiled with genuine pleasure. "Sounds like you''re nning to make Mndo your base for the long term?"


    I nodded. "I n to establish a strong presence here, making Mndo Evelyn Studio''s second global headquarters."


    "Of course, if all goes well, this could even be our main hub."


    Rowan''s eyes sparkled with approval. "Good! Ambitious! Just as I''d expect from you, Ms. Wiley. I''m sure with your skills, you''ll make waves in the industry!" Hearing his praise, I felt a swell of pride. What was there to worry about now when apany as influential as Rovera Group was backing me?


    Out of courtesy, I suggested a tour of Rovera Group''s office space.


    Rowan agreed readily and personally apanied me as we walked through the departments.


    From design to nning, from marketing to public rtions, every corner was impably organized, with employees working efficiently and with focus.


    "Your focus on talent is impressive, Mr. Erd," Imented.


    "Not at all," Rowan said humbly. "Talent is the most valuable asset apany can have. I just do my part to give them a tform to thrive."


    "Evelyn Studio is still small, nowhere near the size of Rovera Group''s operation, with only a handful of employees," I admitted. "That''s why I''d like to ask for your advice on how to expand quickly in a foreign country and build a strong team." "That''s simple," Rowan said confidently. "First, funding is key. With solid capital, you can recruit top talent and scale up.


    "Next, it''s about navigating the legal


    and regtoryndscape. When opening in another country, you have to follow localws and secure the necessary business licenses, which requires a lot of lobbying and public rtions.


    "Then, it''s all about localization. You need to respect local customs, hire


    local employees, and make sure


    business feels connected tomunity.


    the


    "As for team management," he said, smiling knowingly, "that''s your area of expertise."


    I made a mental note of his advice, feeling grateful.


    "I really appreciate your insights, Mr. Erd. I''ll keep them in mind and put them into practice."


    I spent a rewarding and enriching day at Rovera Group''s office.


    If it weren''t for my failed rtionship


    with Ethan, I thought maybe there was a chance something could spark between us. But that was a thought I quickly pushed aside.


    As we headed back to the hotel near dusk, Rowan suddenly asked, "By the way, Ms. Wiley, do you have any ns for tonight?"


    I was caught off guard and shook my head. "No, why?"


    Rowan smiled mysteriously. "Well, there''s a private dinner in Mndo tonight, hosted by Rovera Group. I''d like to invite you to join us."


    "A dinner?" I hesitated. "Would that be appropriate? We''re just business partners, and this kind of personal gathering..."


    "Don''t worry," Rowan said, "this isn''t anything inappropriate. The guest of honor is my dear friend, Stefano Fernandez, the famous fashion designer." I gasped.


    Stefano! That name was like a legend in the fashion world!


    He was the man who had brought Valleria fashion to the global stage, the designer who was adored by countless celebrities.


    Meeting him was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!


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