Leroy’s expression grew even more unfavorable.
He pointed at Josie and asked, “Who’s actually the boss among you?”
Josie pointed at Xylia.
“She’s the boss. I’m a shareholder and currently responsible for recruitment.”
Leroy uttered a grunt.
“Someone responsible for recruitment, whose background isn’t even rted, still criticizes my design drawings. Do you have no shame?”
His words were rude, and Josie’s face flushed with anger.
Her temper was not particrly good, <b>and </b>she was <b>about </b>to snap back when Xylia gently took hold of her wrist and gave her a reassuring look.
“Let me handle this.”
Josie bit back her temper, shot Leroy a re, and stepped aside toward the front desk.
Leroy came back and handed his painting to Xylia.
“As the owner, you must be different from those whose expertise does not match their roles, right? This dress is the most perfect one I have created recently. It features retro–inspired design lines, and even the coloring reflects my own ideas.”
He spoke with confidence, presenting his work with full confidence and presented his ideas in a clear and well–organized manner.
<b>As </b>if it were the best in the world.
Xylia first introduced herself to Leroy, then epted the design drawing.
“Good day, Mr. Bonner. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Xylia, and I am a designer. I may be young, but I won first ce at the Jupiton Designers‘ Exchange Conference. My mentor is Chase Bell, and I’ve coborated with Quezada & Co. Apparel Design.”
Leroy’s eyes brightened upon hearing Xylia’s introduction.
He was aware of Chase Bell, a highly skilled designer<b>. </b>Additionally, Quezada & Co. Apparel Design was a renowned brand both domestically and internationally.
His stance softened, admiration creeping in.
Xylia carefully examined the design drawing before handing it back to Leroy.
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“From this design drawing, it is clear that you have a solid professional foundation. I’d guess you’ve been in the field for about twenty <b>years</b>.”
Leroy looked at Xylia in surprise.
“You really have a sharp eye! This year marks my twentieth year in the profession. Honestly, I entered this industry out of genuine interest. Over the years, I’ve served as the chief designer for bothrge and small brands. However, working on brand design can be exhausting, and it often doesn’t allow me to fully demonstrate my design talent.
The primary objective of a brand was to generate profit; designers, even when creating apparel, must align their work with prevailing fashion trends.
After working at several brands, Leroy found it especially boring and resigned to take on jobs from home.
But without employment, the ie from asional assignments barely sustained the household, and the savings umted in youth had nearly been exhausted.
He thought it would be best to find a job to support his family and make ends meet.
Compared to the pursuit of art, survival remains of greater importance
Xylia had a general understanding of what Leroy meant.
“So you’re hoping for a rxed environment to design freely. That isn’t hard.” She paused, then asked, “When <b>was </b>thest time youpleted a <b>garment </b>design?”
She didn’t immediatelyment on his design drawing; instead, she began a casual conversation with Leroy.
Leroy paused for a moment and, with a hint of resignation, replied, “About a year ago.”
“What have you been doing this year?” Xylia asked.
Leroy furrowed his brows and looked at Xylia.
Xylia quickly said, “Just asking casually. If you don’t feelfortable answering, that’s okay.”
Leroy paused for several seconds before speaking in an indifferent tone.
I’m fine talking about it. Someone in my family is ill. I’ve been caring for them and taking on some jobs to make money, but opportunities are scarce.
Xylia nodded, somewhat agreeing-
“True. The industry is crowded with new talent, andpetition has grown fiercer, leading to a natural decrease in avable orders.”
Leroy seemed to have foundfort in Xylia.
Just as he was about to pour out his troubles to Xylia, Xylia spoke first.
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“Another reason is that you have not designed clothing for a considerable period; this hiatus has significantly diminished your innate talent and <b>lessened </b>your creative spirit.”
Leroy’s expression changed abruptly.
Xylia continued, “Don’t rush to refute me.”
Xylia held up the design drawing toward Leroy and pointed at the hemline.
“See here. The pleated waist already introduces an irregr element to the dress, but the hemline is so neat. Doesn’t that make the lively design feel stiff? What if you tried to design the hemline with an irregr diagonal cut instead?”
Xylia spoke calmly and showed little emotion whenmunicating with Leroy.
Leroy gazed silently at his own painting.
There were no signs of anger on the face.
After a long while, he finally let out a long sigh.
“You are absolutely right. Actually, when this design drawing waspleted, I already felt that something was off. Now that you’ve pointed it out, I immediately see it.
Xylia returned the design <b>drawings </b>to Leroy.
“Do you agree with what I said?”
Leroy nodded and said, “Agreed.”
Xylia pointed at Josie, who was not far away.
“She, like me, is a designer with exceptional talent. The issue I pointed out is what she noticed, too. So you. know what to do now, right?”
Leroy’splexion turned pale; finally, he gritted his teeth and said, “Yes.”
He rose, walked over to <b>Josie</b>, and bowed slightly.
“Ms. Dunn, I apologize for my arrogance and disrespect just now. I was wrong-
<b>Josie </b>blinked in surprise.
She had <b>been </b>irritated, but his sudden apology left her momentarily speechless.
<b>Just </b>then, Xylia maneuvered the wheelchair over here.
Josie nced at Xylia and promptly responded to Leroy.
“It’s okay, I understand how you feel,” she managed.
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Leroy nodded. “Well, I’ll get going now.”
As he turned to leave, Xylia suddenly said, “<b>Mr. </b>Bonner
<b>working </b>here?”
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if you’re free tomorrow, would you like to start
He froze mid–step, turning back in disbelief. “W–Work here?”
Xylia nodded. “If you have other arrangements, we can discuss the specific time.”
Leroy’s eyes grew moist.
“Wh–why? My draft isn’t perfect. I thought…
“You have both talent and capability, Mr. Bonner. You’ve only shut yourself away during this chance to return, I believe you’ll shine again.”
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Xylia stated sincerely, “Right now, our studio designs finished products for clients, but my long–term goal is to build a brand where designers have full creative <b>freedom</b>, without outside interference. Mr. Bonner, would you like to join us?”
Leroy’s lips trembled; after absorbing Xylia’s words, he <b>was </b>nearly brought to tears.
“Yes! Of course! I can start tomorrow!”
Josie said to Leroy, “I <b>will </b>send the offer to your email shortly. The currentpensation package includes a base sry of 7000 dors plusmission. If you have any concerns regarding the sry, we can discuss them further.”
The figure exceeded his expectations.
He responded promptly, “No problem, let’s do it this way!”
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