Lily very infrequently showed up to Ever After Weddings in person anymore. When she made an appearance and announced a staff meeting one day, we all knew that something big was about to happen.
We piled into the employee lounge and gathered around the table with Lily sitting at the head. A folder lay on the table in front of her, her hands resting on top of it. She seemed solemn, almost anxious.
“Good day, everyone,” Lily began once everyone had settled. “I know that it’s been a while since we’ve spoken to each other in person, but I assure you that I couldn’t be prouder of the work that you have all been doing.”
I sat up a little straighter, and I noticed that Terri and several of our coworkers did as well.
“Now, I’m sure that you’ve bee
