After practicing the walk of confidence several times, Reina invited the other instructors to teach Ashley additional skills to reinforce that confidence. Not only did they focus on how to hold a wine glass, take proper sips, stand, and maintain composure, but they also slipped in unpleasant conversations in between.
It was what made them the best in their field, and why they were respected—not just because they trained under Reina.
Rather, it was because they deeply understood the elite social stage.
The elites might drape themselves in gold and luxury from head to toe—even down to their perfumes—but they also had sharp tongues. Hence, the instructors were preparing Ashley for the possibility of encountering people who could twist words and catch her off guard.
The lesson lasted the entire day, but the instructors were pleased with Ashley's progress.
