Phoenix
Part 5: The Coincidence That Maybe Wasn’t a Coincidence
“The First Day at the Company”
Location: Istanbul
The first rays of the day filtered through the modern glass walls. Phoenix stood in front of the mirror, makeup brushes and palettes in her hands, feeling a mix of small excitement and tension.
Phoenix (inner thought):
This is the first day… everything is new, everything is different… but I’m ready.
Sanem arrived with a smile on her face.
Sanem:
“Phoenix, shall we go? I’ll show you the office, the colleagues, everything.”
Phoenix:
“Yes, thank you, Sanem.”
As they walked down the corridor, Sanem introduced Phoenix to the different departments and colleagues.
Sanem:
“And here is the marketing team… and the photo studio.”
Phoenix headed toward the cosmetician’s room while Sanem spoke to the marketing team, so Phoenix was left alone. She was just choosing among the palettes when Albatross suddenly appeared in the doorway.
Phoenix (angrily, stepping back):
“What are you doing here? Please don’t follow me, leave me alone!”
Albatross (calmly, in a soft voice):
“I was just checking to see if everything was alright…”
Phoenix (inner thought):
Why is he here? Why does he always have to disturb me?
Sanem entered the room.
Sanem:
“Phoenix, let me introduce you. This is our photographer, Albatross.”
Phoenix (embarrassed, in a soft voice):
“I’m sorry…”
Albatross (smiling):
“No problem. I’m glad we finally get to meet in person.”
Sanem:
“Phoenix is our new cosmetician.”
Phoenix’s gaze lingered on Albatross, confusion mixing with excitement.
Phoenix (inner thought):
I can’t believe it… he’s really here now…
Sanem Continues the Tour
Sanem took on the leading role again and continued the introduction with a smile.
Sanem:
“And now I’ll show you the makeup room, the supplies, everything you’ll need for your work.”
Albatross quietly watched Phoenix from the background, his gaze never wavering.
Albatross (inner thought):
She… really is different. Every movement, every look is special. I don’t want anything to influence her, but… I can’t escape this attraction.
Phoenix continued following Sanem, trying to ignore Albatross, while excitement and confusion mixed in her heart.
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