The bright lights of the conference hall sparkled against the glossy marble floor.
Business executives in tailored suits and polished shoes whispered amongst themselves, each one hopeful to secure the biggest government contract of the year.
Cameras flashed, murmurs spread across the room, and anticipation built like a drumroll.
Anastasia sat still with calm eyes and a steady heart. Mr. David sat next to her, constantly adjusting his tie and glancing at the other company representatives giving their presentations one after the other.
"Are you nervous?" she asked him softly, offering a comforting smile.
He let out a low chuckle filled with tension. "I'm more than nervous. I don't want us to lose this. I've never seen a deal this huge before… not even close."
"We won't lose," Anastasia said confidently. "You've done your part. Now let me do mine."
