“Incredible,” he breathes out. “If I hadn’t known you made this, I’d think you’d bought it from some high–end shop in Paris.”

“Really?” My voice carries a mix of surprise and pride. Knowing Calvin’s background in fashion retail makes his praise even more meaningful.

“Serena, you’ve got a real talent for design and your craftsmanship is excellent,” Calvin tells me, making me feel all warm inside. “Here’s a thought… How about you join my company, ...