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you'd be surprised. You could learn all that. But I'm sure you're more valuable designing the outfits. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work. I did see the samples you sent to the school. You have a fresh take on design. I'd say you have a lot of promise."
    Natalie was embarrassed at the flattery. She'd only designed clothes at home and had yet to be tested in the high-fashion atmosphere. "Thank you," she blushed. "I hope you're right."

6 - Madison Avenue
    Madison Avenue was everything she expected and more. All the buildings were crammed together, skyscrapers blotting out the sky. Natalie looked up at the tops of the buildings, bending her neck until it hurt, looking up at the view. She'd heard the scene described as concrete canyons with inimitable skylines and it was exactly that.
    She couldn't wait to see Madison Square Garden and other sights, not far away. She'd have plenty of opportunity since the program at the design institute didn't start for weeks. She'd arrived early to allow time to adjust to the big city and do some long-anticipated sightseeing.  She'd also be working part-time as a seamstress at the design school and wanted to get grooved in, before starting her studies.
    For now, she was focused on New York's haute couture, the small shops selling fabulous clothes with price tags she couldn't begin to afford. But, she could look. Just the thrill of being here had her grinning. She'd taken a cab this first day, knowing she'd need to get used to the subway, but putting it off. It was overwhelming enough to absorb all the activity around her.
    She'd have to spend more time here, visiting the designer labels - Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren - well, too many to mention. And there was Barneys, a huge department store. She could get lost here for weeks, and likely would do, just that.
    For now, Davi Designs was the one she spotted. The shop was smaller than the more well-known shops and housed designs from Brazilian designer, Davi Carvalho, a new rising star in the fashion world. New York was the designer's first location outside of Brazil, she'd learned. Knowing Natalie was intent on seeing Madison Avenue today, Cheryl had suggested she stop in.
    Natalie's eyes went big when she entered. Seeing fashions in magazines was not the same as this. She was glad she'd worn one of her own designs today, feeling otherwise out of place. At least, she could be proud of what she was wearing. No one else would know that she'd sewn a temporary hem so it would fit her. Her designs were scaled for a model much taller than she was.
    If only she'd had time to do something more with her hair. It hung to mid-back, her long brown curls held on one side with a tortoiseshell clip.
    She took a deep breath before going further. She'd have to get herself together if she planned to live in New York and be part of the fashion world. At the counter was a tall, thin blond with impeccable make-up and glittering bracelets. It was a dazzling image. The sales clerk looked like a movie star.
    She stepped forward to browse the fashions, but her shoe slipped on the polished floor. She lost her balance for a moment. Not a great first impression. She casually flipped her long hair over her shoulder and reached for a dress on the rack, appearing to be a normal customer, she hoped.
    A strong, deep male voice echoed in the small shop. The domineering tone shocked her. She hadn't seen anyone else a moment ago. And the voice seemed familiar. But, how could that be? She didn't know anyone in New York, yet.
    Out of the corner of her eye, she risked a glance, not wanting to stare. No, it couldn't be! She would never forget him, ever. It was him, the gorgeous hunk from the concert - Tanner.
    Tanner! Here? She blushed, even though she was hidden behind other racks of clothing, or so she thought.
    "I'll need to see it modeled," she heard him say.  "I cannot tell how it will flow when it's just on a hanger." Even from a distance, she could see that the