Leaning back onto his leather chair once again as his finger slowly zoomed out of the video frame Omkara had a big smirk on his face.

"Let's see how she handles the interview."

Svetlana: So Miss. Patel I see here you graduated top of your class. Tell me why you want to work for Oberoi Fashions.

Ishana: I have always dreamed of becoming part of your team! You and Ms. Jhanvi are my idols and because of you I decided to go into fashion design as my college major. To have this interview today just brings me closer to my goal.

Ishana was so thrilled that the first question was directed at her because almost every interview starts out with a question like that. And to be the one to answer first gives the opponent a harder time to find another better reason as to why they want to work for Oberoi Fashions. But when she glanced over at Gauri who showed no signs of nervousness her hands slightly clenched.

Jhanvi who was not really impressed with Ishana's cliche answer couldn't help but wonder how Gauri would answer.

"Miss. Sharma same question."

"I love designing. It has saved my life and today to get an opportunity to learn more from a big company like Oberoi Fashions is more like a miracle for me instead of a dream."

Svetlana and Jhanvi both looked at eachother and back at Gauri.

Svetlana: Explain what you meant by saved your life? This is a first for me to hear that designing has saved someone.

Jhanvi and Svetlana was not the only one that was interested. Omkara's brows furrowed a bit as he waited for her to answer.

"Everyone has a place they go when they feel sadden, mad, or afraid and designing is where I go to escape. It's a place where I am free to do what I want and create what I want. I have complete control over it. But since I am from a small village I know that there is a bigger world out there so when I was given a chance to work here without any college degree or experience I could only think that it was a miracle."

Jhanvi thought that Gauri's answer was quite interesting and very real but she also knew that the girl had purposely not want to go into specifics why designing had saved her life.

Svetlana: Miss Patel. What do you expect to gain from Oberoi Fashions?

Ishana knew her answer had to make an impression because it was obvious that Gauri's reponse to the same question earlier was now deep in their memories whereas her answer was quickly forgotten.

"I wish to gain the chance to work along side powerful women who has made their mark in the fashion industry. I wish to one day stand beside you proudly as a member of Oberoi Fashion"s design team. Their is so much to gain here that I believe it's never ending. To be connected to Oberoi Fashion is a gain in itself."

The one thing both Jhanvi and Svetlana hated was flattery. But they had expected these type of tactics hence they only smiled and nod their head at Ishana.

Jhanvi: And you Miss Sharma...what do you expect to gain?

"Experience and a chance to learn more about designing."

Svetlana: That's it?

Gauri: There is probably more to gain here at Oberoi Fashion but for me these are the top two reasons I care most about. But just like Miss Patel I too would be honored to be able to work on your team if given the chance. Your reputations alone has given many young female designers hope that they too can achieve great success.

Jhanvi: Hm...do you think it is fair that I give you the same position as Miss Ishana who has had schooling compared to you?

Riddhima could not believe that the question she wanted asked was finally here! How will this village girl answer? Who in their right mind would think it's fair?!

Even Omkara was interested how Gauri would tackle this question. If not for her impressive portfolio that Rudra had personally begged him to look at there was no way Gauri would have been given a chance for an interview.

Gauri's heart was racing as the two women were staring at her but even before coming here she knew that this question would eventually come up. Taking a deep breath Gauri decided to just be truthful because whatever happens in the end she would not regret because there would be no lies or deceit in her answer.

"I would not be sitting before you if you only relied on a degree to consider someone to join your company. If you ask me if I think it is fair then I would have to say no but that doesn't mean I want you to think I am giving up this chance to work here. It is you who offered me the position of being an assistant."

Svetlana's and Jhanvi's glare was apparent because what she said was correct. Gauri did not apply to become an assistant it was Omkara who suggested it and it was them who reached out to her for an interview.

Jhanvi: So you are saying if I decided to give you a lower title you would be okay with it?

Gauri: As long as it is related to designing I would still be grateful.

Tapping her the end of her pen on top of Gauri's file "3 months."

Gauri: 3 months?

Jhanvi: 3 months as my intern. In this 3 months you have to prove to everyone on this team that you have what it takes to be my assistant.

Gauri: Okay.

Svetlana couldn't help but smirk at her friend.

"You answered so quickly...are you sure you are okay being an intern when you were here to interview for the assistant position Miss Sharma? Are you not upset with us for suggesting this?"

With her unstirred honey brown eyes looking back at them both Jhanvi and Svetlana was expecting her to show some kind of displeasure.

"I believe what you are doing is more in my favor and I am thankful for that."

Omkara was grinning from ear to ear. "Smart."

Jhanvi and Svetlana both let out a laugh.

Svetlana: Oh really? You are thankful towards us for taking away such a prestige position?"

"By having me prove with my own merits will ensure the team that I do have what it takes to work for you. The last thing a leader needs is her team doubting her for hiring someone with no degree or experience for such an important position. Even I would not want the title if it is attached to favoritism or getting the position due to connections. I think it will be hard enough to be here with no degree or experience so to have 3 months to prove myself is truly in my favor."

Svetlana: Hmm...if only everyone here didn't use connections.

Seeing Svetlana glance at her only made Riddhima hate Gauri even more.

"Who does she think she is!!"

Even Ishana was beginning to get irritated that Gauri was getting all the attention in the interview.

Ishana: I wouldn't mind it if Gauri was in the same position as me. I am fine with it.

Svetlana: Oh really Miss Patel..how nice of you but unfortunately that is not your call.

Ishana thought that by showing how she also didn't care about the title would make the two women look at her in a better light but instead she felt that she had overstepped certain boundaries.

"I'm sorry. I just wanted to make sure that I am not the reason why Miss Sharma's chance of becoming an assistant has been taken away."

Jhanvi: I assure you it is not because of you. Miss Sharma is right. I am doing this for the best of my team. I will not allow anyone from my team to doubt my judgement. Then you agree Miss Sharma that you will become my intern for the next 3 months.

Gauri: Yes. I agree.

Svetlana who was still looking at her new assistant that really did not impress her in the interview. "Miss Patel I must say your interview skills need work but I will let it slide due to your lack of experience. The only thing that impressed me about you today is your fashion sense. That green scarf has secured your position."

Looking down at the very scarf that Gauri had made into a belt Ishana could only grit her teeth as she looked straight at Svetlana. "Thank you. I am happy to know that my outfit had made an impression on you. I hope to also prove myself."

Jhanvi: But before you both go Miss Patel tell me how you thought of turning that scarf into a belt?

Quickly looking at Gauri to see if she would rat her out that this was not her doing Ishana brazenly lied.

"I felt the green color around my waist would bring the best out of my outfit today rather than wrap it around my neck where the focus would have been shifted elsewhere."

Omkara who has seen things like this many time could only shake his head slightly in disapproval.

"Miss Patel sure does know how to take someone else's credit."

Jhanvi: I see. You may both go. Please report here at 8:00 AM tomorrow.

When Ishana saw Gauri stand up to leave she quickly followed.

"Gauri you won't tell them the scarf was your idea would you?"

"No."

Grabbing Gauri's hand as they got back into the elevator "You sure Gauri? If you did I will be out of the job."

"Please let go of my hand. When I said I wouldn't then I won't."

"Promise?"

"Promises are made to be broken. If I said I won't then I won't. My word should be enough."

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Svetlana: So what are you going to do to your intern Jhanvi?

Jhanvi: Introduce her to the team of course. They will do the rest.

Svetlana's lips curves up "Aren't you afraid your team might be too hard on the village girl?"

Jhanvi: If she can't handle it then she has no business being here. You should know how cut throat this industry can be.

Nudging her elbow against Jhanvi's arm "I knew you were trying to protect her. You are such a softy."

Riddhima who was still standing close by "Protect her? Why? She should prove to us herself!"

Svetlana starts to laugh "Prove herself? And you've been here over a year what have you done?"

Seeing Riddhima about to blow a fuse Jhanvi ordered her to go continue on what they were working on yesterday.

"Riddhima go back and look over the fabrics from yesterday I will come shortly. I need to pay Omkara a visit."

Riddhima: Miss Jhanvi let me come along too.

Svetlana smirks " Why? Omkara does not like unnecessary people around. You might even get fired if you go."

Jhanvi: Riddhima go back. I don't want to repeat myself.

Seeing Riddhima leave in anger made Svetlana laugh harder.

"Oh Jhanvi you will have your hands full. That girl will make your village girl's life hell here."

Jhanvi: You worry about your girl. She seems to already learn all the bad habits.

Clicking her tongue "Nothing I haven't tried during my young days. Let's see what both these girls can bring to the table."

Jhanvi: Well I need to report to Omkara since he wants an update.

Right when she was about to leave to head towards Omkara's office Khanna came in.

"Ms Jhanvi Mr Oberoi has said you do not need to report to him. He has seen it all."

Pointing at the camera Khanna left the two ladies to look at one another in shock.

Svetlana: When is he ever curious enough to watch an interview?!

Jhanvi: I have no idea. Maybe next time I will ask him.

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Rudra calling Omkara

Rudra: Hey Om! Bhavya just called me and she is so happy! Thanks Cuz!

Omkara: Why be so happy when she knew that her friend would get hired.

Rudra: Well now it's official! We are going to celebrate!! I will update you more tonight.

Before Omkara could tell him it wasn't necessary to update him the phone went silent.

Swinging his head back while turning his leather chair towards his big office window Omkara could only chuckle under his breath.

"Can't believe I'm being jealous that he gets to celebrate with her."

**Hope you guys enjoyed this update. Do vote if you did. Is it too draggy guys? Real life scenarios are bit tough for me since I tend to write more dramatic storylines LOL**