<div style="text-align: justify;">Magdalene was indeed overwhelmed. Not only by Anthony's generosity. It was everything. All the changes, the work that would have to be done, leaving the life as a girl from a small town to make it out in the world. And, one day, she would make it big. But for now, she needed to learn. <br/><br/>She was raw, all right, but the girl was not stupid. She was smart enough to take care of herself. Of course, she wasn't as smart as Anthony. Or maybe, she didn't have the same information he did. Had she known exactly what his intentions were, and she would be in the first bus back home.<br/><br/>The words <span style="font-style: italic">'there isn't an out clause'</span> made Magdalene really uneasy. She knew that was probably only true for her. The girl was pretty sure Anthony could get out of the contract whenever he wanted. As for herself, she was stuck. Taking a deep breath, the girl closed her eyes for a moment. She had to make a really important decision. And, if she made it, and he wasn't good for her... there were always ways to slip out of a contract.<br/><br/>Remaining silent, the girl leaned over the contract and read it carefully. This was her dream. And probably her only chance at making it come true. If she said no now... she would probably be finished before she even got started. <br/><br/>After reading the contract twice, the girl accepted the pen. Her hand trembled a little as she looked at the contract, and then at Anthony. With a deep sigh, she leaned over the paper and signed it.<br/><br/><span style="font-style: italic">'I hope I'm not making the worst decision I have ever made'</span>, she thought to herself, looking back at Anthony. <span style="color: #8000FF">"Very well. What comes next?"</span>, she asked softly.</div>