Elena arrived at the downtown mall with a neat appearance. From the start, the image she had built was one of professionalism, confidence, and never doing anything halfway in every business matter.

In the meeting room on the upper floor, a client from China was already waiting for her. The man was in his late thirties, dressed impeccably in an expensive suit, with a shining watch on his wrist. As soon as Elena entered, he stood and extended his hand.

“Good morning, Mrs. Elena. I am truly honored to finally meet the legendary designer, Queen Elisabeth,” he said in fluent English, though his Mandarin accent was noticeable.

Elena smiled warmly...