Eric’s speech was lame, but everyone still gave him warm applause out of courtesy.

Nicole rolled her eyes in her heart, but she maintained a gracious and polite smile on her face.

When it came time to present the award, Eric took the trophy and certificate from the attendant on the side and presented them to Mikayla.

Mikayla was very nervous because the person giving her the award was Eric Ferguson.

How could she not be moved?

Eric Ferguson was a business magnate that could shake the business world with a stomp of his feet. Mikayla thought that if she could get in Eric’s good graces, then she would no longer have to worry about attending any other social events or private dinners for the sake of her career...

Mikayla carefully accepted the certificate and trophy handed to her by Eric and mustered all the courage she had. Her face was delicate and shy, with some hesitation and anticipation in her eyes.

“Thank you, Mr. Ferguson. I’ve heard a lot about you. I hope that we can work