Arissa and Cristan came home late that night. They are so tired but satisfied with the short trip that they had been doing today. Once they arrived, Arissa went into the bathroom to take a bath and change her clothes while Cristan lay down on the sofa when suddenly a notification showed up on his phone. A sign of a new message.
"I'll be waiting for you and Snow at 10 AM in my office. Robert."
Ok, alright!
In the next minute, Cristan fell asleep on the sofa and snored loudly.
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Fashion Blast, Emerald Tower.
Robert is tapping his fingers on the table while some proposal from several vendors is required for brand ambassadors. However, the one that Robert is currently holding is Vivaldi Co. One of the most exquisite jewelry brands from Micronesia and they are looking for a muse to resemble their company for the next period in Second World countries. A region that they would expand their branches next year.
The profile they are looking for must be unique, mesmerizingly beautiful, and she can blend with the image of their product so, in one glance, the consumers will feel attached with their jewelry at the first sight.
Based on its long history, it's understandable if Vivalvi Co. has been very selective in choosing a muse for their brand. The contract value which is offered also has fantastic value, it even reached 10 billion. Far much different from other vendors who do offer similar contract but in different values. The biggest that he has got so far was around hundreds of millions.
Usually, Robert will recommend Linfey if there is a tantalizing offer like this. But with Snow's presence who recently appears on the catwalk and being cover models in the latest magazines, slowly, sales are rapidly increased. Last month, Fashion Blast even sold 10 million copies of their edition!! What a boom!!
Moreover, there are some of the vendors that started asking about Snow's availability. And Robert should admit that Snow indeed very different from other models under his management. Her expressionless face and teal blue eye color are her strength and also very unique! Her charm emanated and radiates. Make her glows and appears in her way flawlessly.
That's why, especially for this audition of the Vivaldi Co., Robert intends to make a closed audition between Linfey and Snow only. His best assets in this company. Each of them will take some pictures with the products from Vivaldi Co.
The theme of this photoshoot is Winter and the results of each portfolio will be handed over to Vivaldi Co. by Robert himself. The people from Vivaldi Co. also had arrived in Sierra City a few days ago.
Once he gave the portfolio, Vivaldi Co. will decide the final result later on.
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At 10:00 am, Fashion Blast's CEO, Robert Ferra's office
Snow and Cristan have been sitting nicely in this minimalist office that is dominantly painted in grey and black. Meanwhile, next to them, Linfey and Della, Linfey's manager who also had been waiting in the room first. Much earlier than they are.
After seeing that all parties already here, without further ado, Robert soon open the discussion about Vivaldi Co.'s offer..
"Did you know Vivaldi Co.?" Robert asked them with an investigation tone at the four people who are sitting in front of him right now. Then, all together, they nodded their head firmly. Vivaldi Co. is one of the most exquisite brands for international jewelry. The company has been well-known for decades and is considered one of the best in this business. All their products are simple designed in minimalism style, yet they stand out elegantly once it wears by their owner.
"Vivaldi Co. is currently looking for a muse to be their brand ambassador for the next period. Since both of you are the top model that we have in Fashion Blast, I intend to offer this to you both. But, with one term and condition. Each of you needs to create a new portfolio while wearing the jewelry from Vivaldi Co. Your portfolio will be handed over directly by me to Vivaldi Co.'s representative and they are already here. In Sierra City…. "
Robert also handed a large envelope for each of them on the table.
"This is the historical background of the Vivaldi Co. and some pictures of their product and information of their former muses. Please have a look at it thoroughly and study it carefully. The photoshoot for the portfolio itself will be started tomorrow morning at 10:00 as per today and the representatives from Vivaldi Co. will be here also to bring the jewelry set that you are going to wear tomorrow. "
Four of them took the large envelope and soon, they stood up and one by one, stretched their hand for a hand-shake with Robert before they're leaving.
"Thank you for coming and I expect the best from you all tomorrow.."
"Okay, thank you for today, Robert…" Cristan addressed him formally.
"I'll do my best ..."
Snow replied to her boss with her flat face as he shook Robert's hand before she left the room. While Linfey and Della have left already. But, she was stunned when she saw the sly grin on Robert's face who still staring at her strangely and still gripped her hands warmly.
Forcibly, Arissa pulled her hand away and immediately, walked away from the room. Seeing Snow's attitude towards him, Robert smiled mischievously. A lecherous thought flashed into his mind.
"Don't worry, Robert ... She will be yours in time… just be patient .."
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Cristan looked at Arissa who walked out hurriedly with fast steps and went straight into the women's bathroom. Once she was inside, Arissa immediately turned on the tap and washed her hands with soap vigorously in disgust. The smile on Robert's face earlier… has reminded her of the lewd grin of the monster that made her his slave sex 13 years ago.
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Linfey and Della are in the dressing room and the makeup artist soon do their duties as soon as Linfey got into the room. That afternoon, there will be an interview and a photoshoot to promote the latest ready-to-wear line that will be launched next week.
Della, who still busying herself and reading the company profile that was given earlier by Robert, exclaimed in shock, "Oh, my! The contract value is huge, Fey! It's 10 billion !! You can be a filthy rich lady all of a sudden with this enormous job !! "
Hearing she shrilled in high pitch, Linfey immediately patted Della on her back roughly.
"Gosh !! Shut up!!! Where do you think you are now !! " Linfey snapped at her gnarly. Her eyes bulging with anger.
Jeez! Della forgot! This was a public place and it wasn't just the two of them there. Sob!
Slowly, Della put the envelope back into her bag and waited patiently for Linfey until the photoshoot was over that afternoon. After that, Linfey shortly contacted Manuel who often worked with her.
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Arissa lay down on the couch while she busy reading the company profile that Robert had given this morning. Meanwhile, Jojo, Vika, and Cristan are busy making snacks in the kitchen that afternoon.
This audition is a whole new experience for her and after observing all the provided information, Arissa still thinking hard to find the right concept which can be used as her portfolio tomorrow.
"Jo, Vika, have you two done already? I think I'm gonna need your help… "Arissa pleaded desperately to her best friends.
Shortly, the four of them gathered in the living room and talked a lot about the preparation and sub-concept, which will match the main theme. Based on the long history of Vivaldi Co., they finally found a connection between the design and their muse. Vivaldi Co. has a very specific characteristic of their jewelry line which is "timeless beauty and classically elegant". Their product makes each consumer feels so special every time they wear jewelry from Vivaldi Co.'s . for any event because it can elevate the image of its owner to a higher level and status.
A set of jewelry that will be used for the photo shoot is a pair of earrings, a bracelet, a ring, and a necklace. All of them are classically designed and well hand-made which inspired by the form of snow sparkles. Those look so elegantly beautiful and stylish at the same time. After Arissa, Jojo, and Vika discussed hard of the concept that they would use to match the main theme, in the end, they agreed to use fantasy world as a sub-concept for the photoshoot tomorrow.
Shortly, Jojo acted fast and contacted someone by phone.
"Shiane, hi .. I'm so sorry to disturb you this late. By the way, are you busy? I need you to do a favor for me. Ok, I'll see you around tomorrow, okay? "
Arissa is scribbling something on paper for the theme and Vika is jotting down some of the equipment that she must prepare so early in the morning. Meanwhile, Cristan is busy making dinner for all of them.
At 9 pm, three of them finished. Jojo and Vika waved goodbye to go home while Cristan and Arissa walked them out and decide to rest early because they need to arrive at the office as soon as possible in the morning.
That night….
Everyone was so tense and nervous.
Especially for Arissa.
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