After the Last Goodbye (4).

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"Bamboo! Yes, let's try bamboo fabric this time", Manasi stood up and exclaimed in a loud voice. She was having her 'Eureka' moment. 

"That's a great suggestion", Kripa looked stunned. "Only thing, the boss should agree", keeping down the coffee mug in her hand, Kripa started sketching again.

"Why not? That's a perfect marriage, this outfit and bamboo fabric", Manasi shifted her gaze to Kripa and suddenly, sat down. "Marriage! I wish I had possessed this insight sooner", Manasi's voice sounded low now. Kripa put the pencil down and looked at the design board, then walked towards Manasi. "Marriage...hmm! Some things are better forgotten dear", she patted Manasi's back lightly.

"Roll up your sleeves. We'll have to search and contact the vendor, if the boss gives a green signal. I'll look into it buddy. Don't you worry, I'll make the marriage work this time", Kripa said, without locking eyes with Manasi. And instantly, clacking away on her laptop. 

Manasi hugged Kripa's shoulders, "Thankyou for always having my back dear". Tears rolled down from Manasi's eyes. Kripa turned around and dabbed her tears, "No rona-dhona (crying). Haven't we agreed before? We've loads of pending work. Keep your shoulders to the wheel, we have to win this race buddy". Kripa's positive attitude brought a smile to Manasi's face. 

Manasi cleared her throat and making a salute gesture said, "Okay then, continue your research. I'll convince the boss".

"May I come in?", Manasi knocked on the cabin's door. 

"Yes", the voice was loud and clear. The boss, a naturally striking man, dressed in a trendy brown suit was seated in the cabin. His branded watch dazzled as he moved his fingers over the laptop. He took off his spectacles and put them down on the desk. Folding the laptop shut, he said, "Please take a seat Manasi".

"Kumar Sir, this is regarding the Proto-7003. I want to use bamboo fabric this time", Manasi said.

"And why is that?", Kumar shifted ahead keeping his hands on the desk, fingers entwined.

"Proto-7003 is all about softness and sensitivity. But a silk or cashmere won't be a good choice". "Bamboo is the most ideal for sensitive skin, it is biodegradable, eco-friendly. The highly breathable property is perfect for our proto. Thinner textile will make it light weight, checking all the boxes for us", Manasi concluded with a confident smile.

Kumar untwined his fingers and put his hands on the desk. He typed something on his mobile. "Ok then, bamboo it is", he said locking eyes with Manasi. Manasi nodded and showing a thumbsup, got up from her seat. "What about the vendor?", Kumar asked. "Right on it Sir, Thank you!", Manasi replied and started leaving the cabin. 

Kumar's assistant came in with a cup of coffee. Manasi was about to collide with the assistant when the assistant dodged the crash, saving Manasi and the coffee. And also the file he was carrying. Kumar abruptly got off his chair and with a concerned tone said, "Manasi are you okay?".

Manasi thanked the assistant and turned back, "Yes sir, I'm alright. I'll get back to work". And she left the cabin. 

Kumar stood there looking at the door. The assistant put the coffee on his desk. "Sir, the vendor list is here for the bamboo fabric". 

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AUTHOR'S NOTE: This is a fictional story. Resemblance of any sort in real life is purely coincidental.

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