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"Sakura-san, I would like to hear your thoughts. "We have a new project to work on."
Hoshimachi-san speaks casually while stroking my hair. I attempt to remain calm, but I find it difficult to hide my flushed cheeks. Hoshimachi-san does this to me all the time, using business relationship as her "logical reasoning", which I don't understand completely.
"Ah, I see. "Would you mind telling me in detail about the client? "I'm interested in learning more about this project, therefore, we may be able to generate new ideas for our contribution."
"Thank you for expressing your interest in this project, Sakura-san. As I'm sure you're aware, this project is from our usual client, B______d-san. They would like us to participate once more in their V____Z____ global server.
"Hoshimachi-san, I see this as an exciting opportunity for us, I would be honored to take part in it, and I am looking forward to hearing your strategy for making this project a success. "I believe that with our combined efforts as miComet, you can come up with some truly innovative plans."
"I understand your point, Sakura-san." Hoshimachi-san smiles at me, then pinches my cheek while continuing, "Then, we may discuss this in a confidential setting." I value your opinion as well, and I would like to have a more private conversation with you. "We shall use the meeting room over there."
Hoshimachi-san takes my hand and we entwine our fingers. We slowly walk to the meeting room in our 'business house.'