Surprising him.

“Now, to the matter at hand. We scored you very favorably. It’s not often that a newcomer on this contest, such as yourself, impresses us as you have. You showed true promise young lady. We are very excited with your presentation.” The judges’ words bolstered her confidence.

​ “I am honored to be here and humbled that such a prestigious organization has even noticed me.”

​ “Please begin.”

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Audrey practically skipped out of the judging hall. The presentation couldn’t have gone any better. They loved her design and her concept. She was disappointed that she hadn’t seen Damian there, but she didn’t think of him much. Her thoughts drifted back to Becca as she walked to where Brad had parked.

​ “How did it go, Miss Audrey?” Brad asked.

​ “Very well,” she answered brightly. “The best it could have gone. Now I have to wait for the results.”

​ “Do you think you’ll win?”

​ “I wouldn’t dare hope for that much. I’m surprised I even made it to the final.”

​ “Are we going home,