My phone rang suddenly, pulling me out of my thoughts.
I blinked once before sitting upright properly in my chair and reaching for it.
One of my clients.
I answered immediately. “Hello?”
“Miss Aurelia!” the woman sounded almost breathless with excitement. “I just received my dress.”
Despite myself, I sat up a little straighter.
“And?” I asked carefully.
“And I’m obsessed with it.” She laughed softly on the other end. “Seriously, what would I have done without you?”
A small smile touched my lips before I could stop it.
“I’m glad you love it,” I said. “That’s the entire point.”
“No, seriously,” she continued. “Every detail is perfect. The fit. The embroidery. The gloves. Everything.” I could practically hear her admiring it through the phone. “You honestly saved me.”
I leaned back
