"Thanks, Mom."
"Thank you! This piece is going to take the fashion world by surprise and in a good way!"
I smile so big, my cheeks hurt. This is the moment I've been waiting for, but I thought it would never arrive.
"Skylar. Your signature is required," Calvin states, peeking past the doorway.
Mom gives me another hug. "Fabulous, sweetie! Congrats!" She disappears.
I make my way back to my desk and text Red and Demi.
Me: My dress will be the final piece in the Fall Show!
Demi: Holy shit! That's amazing!
Me: I can't believe it's finally happening!
Demi: Told you you're fabulous. Make sure I have a front row seat!
Me: Of course!
I stare, waiting for Red to respond, but he doesn't.
I glance at the time. It's 1:30.
He's probably in a meeting.
I grab some more fabric and cut pieces from several that will make a great skirt. Halfway into it, my phone dings.
Red: What? That's amazing!
My smile returns.
Me: Thanks.
Red: We'll have to celebrate tonight.
Demi: I want to celebrate!
Demi: I'll bring Mikhail. We can have a double date.
I jerk my head back, then bite my lip. That explains a lot.
Me: You and Mikhail?
What happened with Nikolai?
Demi owes me some answers.
Demi sends a wink emoji.
Dots appear then disappear. I wait, but nothing comes through.
Demi: Red, I'm texting you. Plan on 8 tonight, Blue!
More excitement hits me.
I get to go on a real date with Red!
