09-13-2025, 01:54 AM
”No tech can replace community.”
Natalie’s words echoed in Emily’s mind. Shale’s crowing achievement was Wallet technology. Shale could give up all other endeavors and live off of the profit from the Wallet. Everyone had one, and they continued to improve upon it. Emily had inherited it. The Wallet was what had made her wealthy, but Emily had said it when she has interviewed for her job before the entire company fell into her lap. Technology should be used to bring people together and not keep them apart. It was something she strived for. With that thought, Emily could see Belizna for what it could be; a community of women channelers, working together to learn, confide in, and protect one another. Emily could see it, and the image made her eyes sparkle a bit as her lips curved into a small smile.
Natalie’s response to her gift made Emily laugh a bit. Her expletive had caused some to look their way. Emily ignored them. They’d scoff and then say worse things in the privacy of their limousines later. Emily was a part of the upper crust, but she knew most of them wore fake smiles. Emily much preferred Natalie’s genuine nature. ”Yes, Christmas is right around the corner.” Emily smiled, but knew Christmas probably hadn’t been in her radar. Christmas was usually a family affair, and Emily was aware of Natalie’s familial issues. ”I would love for you to open it now.” Emily hoped Natalie liked it. It really had made her think of her friend, and Emily’s gift had certainly come from the heart.
Natalie’s words echoed in Emily’s mind. Shale’s crowing achievement was Wallet technology. Shale could give up all other endeavors and live off of the profit from the Wallet. Everyone had one, and they continued to improve upon it. Emily had inherited it. The Wallet was what had made her wealthy, but Emily had said it when she has interviewed for her job before the entire company fell into her lap. Technology should be used to bring people together and not keep them apart. It was something she strived for. With that thought, Emily could see Belizna for what it could be; a community of women channelers, working together to learn, confide in, and protect one another. Emily could see it, and the image made her eyes sparkle a bit as her lips curved into a small smile.
Natalie’s response to her gift made Emily laugh a bit. Her expletive had caused some to look their way. Emily ignored them. They’d scoff and then say worse things in the privacy of their limousines later. Emily was a part of the upper crust, but she knew most of them wore fake smiles. Emily much preferred Natalie’s genuine nature. ”Yes, Christmas is right around the corner.” Emily smiled, but knew Christmas probably hadn’t been in her radar. Christmas was usually a family affair, and Emily was aware of Natalie’s familial issues. ”I would love for you to open it now.” Emily hoped Natalie liked it. It really had made her think of her friend, and Emily’s gift had certainly come from the heart.