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The rapid development of AI has led to an increasingly high unemployment rate.

Chloe, did you see?

The news mentioned that some companies are using AI and automation to replace certain jobs.

Is your job secure?

Don't worry about me, Mom.

I'm perfectly fine.

There's nothing wrong with my job.

Are you sure, honey?

I know you love being an artist,

but times can be tough,

and it's important to be prepared.

Mom, honestly, I've been working really hard,

and things have been going well for me.

That's good to hear, Chloe.

I just worry because the news makes it seem like lots of people are losing their jobs.

It can be unpredictable, especially in creative fields.

I understand your worry mom,

but I've been taking steps to make sure that I'm stable That's my girl,

I'm proud of you Chloe Hey,

did you hear the news?

Our company is planning to lay off a bunch of people And it's all because of AI,

it's so scary Yeah, AI is taking over everything and now our jobs are at risk Oh my god,

I can't believe it.

I know, right?

It's hard not to feel worried.

I've been working here for years,

and now I might lose it all because of technology.

I heard the rumors too,

but let's try to stay positive.

We don't know all the details yet,

and maybe there are other options for us.

Easy for you to say, Chloe.

You're still relatively new here,

and they might like the more experienced employees.

It's easier said than done, Chloe.

This news is really crazy.

I don't know what I'll do if I lose my job.

Maybe they'll consider other factors besides just experience and length of tenure.

I don't know.

I've been trying to update my skills and adapt.

But who knows if it will be enough to secure my position.

Oh no, this uncertainty is stressful for everyone.

We'll just have to wait and see what happens in the meeting with the bosses.

Oh no, I've been let go.

The email says my experience and time with the company weren't enough to keep me on board.

That's terrible, Chloe.

I'm so sorry to hear that.

I can't believe they didn't take into account all the effort you've put into your work.

I can't deny that I'm disappointed.

I put so much effort into my work.

And I believed in what I was doing.

It's hard to accept that it wasn't enough.

Chloe, I know it's tough,

but don't let this setback define you.

You have so much talent and potential.

This is just one chapter of your journey.

I can't believe it.

I gave my all to this job, and now it's gone.

What am I supposed to do now?

I feel lost and disoriented.

I had plans and dreams tied to this job,

and now they're all shattered.

It's okay to feel sad and disappointed, Chloe.

Losing a job is a significant setback.

Allow yourself to breathe and take the time you need to heal.

Take all the time you need, Chloe.

We're here for you whenever you're ready.

Thank you, all of you.

It's just hard to see it right now.

I've been feeling really down lately.

I wanted to talk to you about something that's been bothering me.

What's going on, Chloe?

You seem really upset.

Well, I've been struggling with unemployment,

and it's been weighing me down.

I understand how you feel, Chloe.

AI has been rapidly changing the job market.

And it's leaving many people unemployed.

Exactly.

It's happening so fast, and it feels like there's no control over it.

Especially in my company, and I got fired.

I can see why you would feel that way.

But it's also important to remember that technology,

including AI, can also bring about positive changes.

Positive changes?

How so?

Well, while AI may be taking over certain tasks,

it's also creating new opportunities in other areas.

AI has the ability to quickly analyze data and gather information from various sources.

You can leverage this to gather insights and analyze emerging trends,

which can spark creative ideas or help you to develop products based on that analysis.

I guess I never thought about it that way.

Maybe there are new avenues and possibilities that I I haven't considered yet.

With the analytical and data systems of AI,

I can know new trends and apply them to my creative work.

Exactly.

AI can also assist you in generating creative content.

For example, you can use AI-powered tools to create unique images, videos, or music.

That's a fascinating idea.

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I can use AI technology to create new content and provide unique experiences for others.

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It will help me develop my creative abilities and broaden my vision, research, and development.

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And don't be afraid to try new things, Chloe.

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Hi, Chloe.

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It's Julie.

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Long time no talk.

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How have you been?

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Julie, it's great to hear from you.

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I've been doing well.

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Thanks.

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How about you?

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I've been good.

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What are you doing recently?

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Oh, Julie, I decided to pursue freelancing and explore new opportunities.

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I wanted to have more creative freedom and flexibility in my work.

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That's amazing, Chloe.

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I always admired your creativity and skills.

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Freelancing sounds like a great fit for you.

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It's been quite exciting, to be honest.

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I've had the chance to work on a variety of projects and work with different clients.

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Have you faced any challenges along the way?

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Of course, there have been some challenges.

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Finding new clients and managing multiple projects at the same time can be demanding.

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But I've been using technology,

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especially AI, to make my work smoother and overcome those challenges.

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AI, how do you use it in your freelance work?

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Well, AI helps me in multiple ways.

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I use AI tools to come up with ideas and even automate certain tasks to be more efficient.

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That's interesting.

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AI may have had you finish your work at our company,

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but it also made a big impact on your freelance career.

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Absolutely.

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AI has become a very useful tool for freelancers like me.

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It helps boost creativity, improve efficiency,

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and opens up new possibilities.

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It's worth exploring how it can benefit your own work, too.

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Thank you, Chloe.

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It's been great catching up with you and hearing about your freelancing journey.

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I wish you all the success in your future.

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Thank you, Julie.

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It means a lot.

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Let's definitely stay in touch and continue to support each other.

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Take care and talk to you soon.

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Absolutely.

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Take care, too, Chloe.

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Bye.

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Goodbye, Julie.

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Hi Chloe, this is Mark from ECCI Company.

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I've heard great things about your work and I'm impressed by your portfolio.

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We have a project that we think you'd be perfect for.

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Are you available to discuss the details?

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Hello Mark!

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Thank you for contacting me.

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I'm glad to hear that my work has caught your attention.

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I'd be happy to discuss the project with you.

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Could you give me a brief overview of what it involves?

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Sure, Chloe.

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We're developing a new website for our company,

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and we're looking for a skilled designer to create an attractive and user-friendly interface.

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We've seen your past website designs and feel that your style matches our vision.

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We'd like to work with you on this project.

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Thank you.

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To ensure that I can create a design that meets your requirements and reflects your brand,

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can you send the specific requirements to my email?

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Certainly, Chloe.

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We have a timeline of about eight weeks for the design phase,

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and our budget for this project is between $1,000 and $1,500.

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Thank you for sharing the timeline and budget, Mark.

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I'll prepare a detailed proposal outlining the scope of work for you.

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I'm looking forward to reviewing your proposal.

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If there are any questions,

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I'll be sure to reach out.

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Thank you for your prompt response,

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and we're excited to potentially work with you on this project.

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Thank you, Mark.

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I'm equally excited about the possibility of working with you and your team.

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I'll be in touch soon with the proposal.

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Have a great day.

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You too, Chloe.

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Hey, Lucy, I was thinking about going on a trip to the beach next month.

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Would you like to come with me?

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Oh, Chloe, that sounds great.

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I would love to go on a trip with you.

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The beach sounds so relaxing and enjoyable.

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I'm in.

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Lucy, I'm so happy you're interested.

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I really appreciate your idea.

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I wouldn't have thought of it myself.

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Oh, Chloe, you're so kind.

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I'm glad I could contribute to our adventure.

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Let's create memories that we'll hold on to forever, Lucy.

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And to all our friends and everyone listening,

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AI can analyze lots of data and give us important information.

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It's used in healthcare, transportation, and more.

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But we have to remember that we,

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as people, have an important role to play in using AI properly.

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It's crucial to foster collaboration between humans and AI systems.

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Absolutely, Chloe.

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Instead of being afraid of AI,

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we should see it as a tool.

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Five minutes of listening.

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What can I say?

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If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be here.

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It's a fact.

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You mean God?

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No, it wasn't God that changed my life.

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It was him, Dave.

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It all started on a winter day.

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Dave, congratulations on your promotion.

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Thank you, guys.

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But let's admit it, without your help on my last project,

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I wouldn't be here.

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Aw, come on.

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Don't just say thank you.

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Of course not.

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Let's celebrate.

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Dinner and drinks are on me tonight.

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You're the best, Dave!

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Or should I say, boss.

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Stop it, guys.

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Don't call me boss yet.

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Well, it's not wrong, though.

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From now on, you will be our boss.

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Hope you guys won't act too weird around me.

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You bet.

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Hey, what's wrong, Roo?

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You look rough.

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I barely slept last night.

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When did you go to bed last night?

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Well, around 4 a.m.

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Then I got up at 6.

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Whoa, 4 a.m.?

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What kept you up so late?

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The report on our expenses.

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Isn't it the new girl's task?

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You mean Mia?

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Well, I have no idea why,

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but Dave told me to do it instead.

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I gotta do what I gotta do.

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Yeah, he's the boss after all.

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But seriously, take care of yourself.

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You look.. bad.

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Not as bad as Harry, though.

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He got stuck taking the blame for Dave's mistake last week.

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Yeah, poor guy.

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Dave, can I interrupt you for a second?

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I'm in the middle of a meeting right now, Ru.

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Can this wait?

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Seriously, I just wonder why I got a warning.

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Because you sent our clients the wrong documents. But it wasn't me.

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It was Mia.

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Mia's new, and as a colleague,

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it's your job to double-check things.

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That's not fair.

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Mia, could you please say something?

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Um, I think it's more than fair.

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You should have warned me that those documents were wrong.

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How could I know what you were supposed to send out?

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That's enough, Rue.

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Come see me later in my office when we can talk things through calmly.

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Oh, Mia.

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I remember her.

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You know what?

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She was the reason why I resigned.

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Really?

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What happened?

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We were having an important meeting with his big client on that day, Mrs. Harris.

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Hey, Rue.

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Good luck with your pitch today.

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I'm sure Mrs. Harris will love it.

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Thanks, Joe.

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I'm feeling pretty confident.

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Definitely.

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Everyone knows you've poured your heart into this project.

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Rue, a quick word.

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Sure.

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What's up?

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I thought the follow-up report was due today.

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Actually, it's not until next week.

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Well, I need it now, as soon as possible.

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I can try to get it done after my meeting with Mrs. Harris.

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No, I need it right now.

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Forget the Harris meeting.

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But who will present the project then?

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Mia can fill in for you.

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She doesn't know anything about it.

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Just hand her your notes and get back to your desk.

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I need that report this afternoon.

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Dave, I'm not comfortable with that.

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This is my project, and I'm not letting Mia take it over.

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Rue, I'm your boss.

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Well, not for much longer.

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What do you mean?

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I quit.

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I'll head home now, and I'm taking the Harris Project documents with me.

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You can't do that.

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Well, in fact, I can.

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Goodbye, Dave.

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Oh, that incident.

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HR gave him a real grilling over it before letting him go.

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Really?

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Yeah.

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Turns out his attitude and blatant favoritism towards Mia weren't exactly popular.

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We all reported him.

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Speaking of Mia, I always felt like she couldn't stand me.

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You weren't wrong, Rue.

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She absolutely hated you.

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What? But why?

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This might sound crazy, but as I heard,

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she apparently resented you for buying a house so young.

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Wow, seriously? Who knew?

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Anyway, forget about the drama queen.

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I'm glad you landed a great job here.

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Yes, that's why I said if it wasn't for Dave,

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I wouldn't have quit and ended up here.

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You absolutely deserve the best,

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Rue Running into you here was a total surprise,

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but a wonderful one It's great to see you,

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too Gotta run, though, I have some assistant interviews lined up Good luck Thanks!

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You have a great day,

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too, Harry So, what are your thoughts on her?

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She's young, but very impressive You like her?

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She's definitely a strong candidate,

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but let's see what the others bring to the table Agreed Next candidate,

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