Yvonne didn't send Stephen off when he left for his trip the next day. Instead, she sat in the office, staring blankly out the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Memories of the time she had spent with Stephen filled her mind. In her daze, she saw Stephen's face appear before her as if in a daydream.

She shook her head vigorously, clearing away the jumbled thoughts.

Just then, Nicole entered the office. She presented the latest collection's design drafts for the upcoming season to Yvonne.

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