The project was for props and set planning for an top-tier TV series.
My job was to calculate the cost of every prop in the script and the price of renting locations,then create a compelling bid for the Harper Group against competitors.
To get the best prices,I negotiated directly with suppliers,not relying on online price estimates I visited high-end hotels featured in the script,negotiating with each one individually

While leaving the hotel manager’s office,,I ran into Richard.
“Emma!”
He grabbed my wrist,pulling me toward him.“What a coincidence to meet you here.We’re fated.”
His boozy breath made me gag.I yanked my arm away,trying to break free.let’s put the past behind us.”
let bygones be bygones.”
Glancing at the hallway’s cameras,he dragged me toward the emergency exit.

Panic surged.I screamed,“Help!Someone’s trying to—”
He covered my mouth with his hand,,his grip rough.
Despite my struggles,I couldn’t break free.He seemed to take pleasure in controlling me,groping as he pulled me toward the stairwell.
A staff member and a guest passed by,asking if I needed help.Richard waved them off,claiming I was his girlfriend having a tantrum.

I kicked and struggled,but he dragged me into the stairwell.Despair hit me.
“Mr.Baxter,is this your girlfriend?When did you get divorced?”
A voice filled with mockery interrupted.
Taking advantage of Richard’s brief pause,I stomped his foot and broke free.
Richard clearly knew the man and curried favor with him.“Mr.Harper,no,no,she’s my employee.Just joking around.”
“You’re lying.That’s assault!”
Trembling,I took out my phone to call the police.
Richard snatched it and smirked,“I said it’s a joke.Don’t forget,you’re still an intern.”
“Forget your internship!I quit!”I lunged for my phone.
He held it up high,out of reach.
Furious,I scratched at his face,leaving bloody scratches.
“Mr.Baxter,bullying a woman?That’s low.”
Mr.Harper easily took my phone from Richard,shoved him back,and stood between us.
“Mr.Harper,stay out of this.She needs to be disciplined.”
Richard was desperate but didn’t dare to approach.
His words enraged me.I shoved past Mr.Harper and kicked Richard in the groin.
He doubled over,with a contorted face.
I jumped on him,punching him.“You shameless creep!Think everyone fears you?I’m done,but you’re not getting off easy!”
He spun,disoriented,while I was beating him.
Someone grabbed me from behind,pulling me away.
I continued to swing,not done venting.
“No need to play the hero,huh?”
It was Mr.Harper.He handed me my phone and wrapped his jacket around me.
I realized my clothes were torn,part of my chest was exposed.
It was embarrassing.