“Sort of,” Joyce nodded as she answered. “but we’re just one of the candidates for now.”
“That’s not bad!” Natalie clasped her hands. “Being chosen as the candidate signifies that the government recognizes our achievement!”
After all, the government would only provide various opportunities to the companies that it deemed capable.
With that, it would be easier for the companies to achieve even more breakthroughs in the future.
Joyce was also aware of it. She flipped her short hair as she added, “But still, the government selected quite a lot of apparel companies this time.”
“Oh?” Natalie wasn’t as excited as she asked solemnly, “How many are there?”
“About twenty companies. All of them are candidates,” Joyce answered and shrugged.
Natalie pursed her lips and said, “Twenty companies! Well, the competition will be intense. It appears that the government will organize a competition to decide the final grant winner.”
“Yup, I think so too.” Joyce nodded in response. However, she soon heaved a sigh and added worriedly, “However, there hasn’t been any news about the competition, but I’ll keep an eye on it. Hopefully, we will be the winner.”
Natalie chuckled and put her hand on Joyce’s shoulder. “Alright, don’t worry too much. Regardless of the outcome, we won’t suffer any losses. Being one of the candidates means that the government wishes to support us. Even if we fail to get the grant, the government might provide us with other opportunities.”
“You’re right.” Joyce flashed her a relieved smile.
But a thought struck her the next moment, and she bit her lips. “Nat, I have to go overseas two days later. Since Stanley has completed the first phase of his treatment, I hope I can visit him.”
“Sure.” Since Natalie knew that Joyce was fond of Stanley, it was only natural that she was supportive of the latter’s decision.
Natalie hoped that Joyce and Stanley could gradually resolve the misunderstandings between them and officially become a couple. Apart from that, Natalie had another reason for helping Joyce.
Given that Stanley had loved Natalie in the past, she felt sorry for both him and Joyce. As such, she would feel a lot better if Stanley and Joyce could be together.
“Thank you, Nat.” Joyce wasn’t aware of Natalie’s intentions. As soon as the latter agreed to it, Joyce grinned and hugged her.
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