In the executive office atop the Sterling Group's headquarters, Damien Sterling opened an email containing a resume forwarded by the HR department.
The HR team, following directives from the secretarial staff, merely transmitted the document to the CEO's inbox.
They remained unaware of the reason, knowing only that Damien Sterling typically intervenes in hiring processes for positions at the vice president level or above.
It was unusual for him to take notice of departmental recruitments.
Damien quickly sifted through the resumes, acknowledging Sterling Group's vast influence.
The opening for a designer's assistant had attracted numerous applicants, including many who had already ascended to designer roles at other companies but were willing to accept a lesser position at Sterling Group for its unmatched salary and development opportunities.
